by Annie Dameworth | May 20, 2026 | Industry News
The Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) recently released its Canadian Size of the Home Improvement Products Market Forecast for April 2026, detailing estimates and forecasts of the market for home improvement products in Canada. HIRI outlook for April affirms...
by Annie Dameworth | Apr 22, 2026 | Industry News
RONA inc. announced it has recently been named one of Canada’s greenest employers for the sixth consecutive year on Canada’s Greenest Employers list. The national competition is organized by Mediacorp to celebrate employers who stand out for their sustainable...
by Jacob Musselman | Mar 1, 2026 | Operational Insights
When it comes to the independent home improvement industry, it is the only career that Joanne Lawrie has known. Joanne, who has been in the industry since she was a teenager, currently co-owns The Lawrie Group of Home Hardware Stores with her husband Rob. The Lawrie...
by Annie Dameworth | May 31, 2025 | Operational Insights
In the heart of Toronto, Millwick Paint & Wallpaper stands as a testament to the enduring power of dedication, quality and community. Under the stewardship of owner Vince Fera, the operation has evolved from a modest paint shop into a cornerstone of the local home...
by Jacob Musselman | Mar 10, 2025 | Industry News
As the U.S. continues to grapple with tariffs, imports at the nation’s major ports are expected to remain elevated through this spring but volume could see year-over-year drops this summer, according to the Global Port Tracker report released by the National...
