Don\u2019t miss any content from Distribution Strategy Group. Join our list.<\/a>\u202f\u202f\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u201cTorbsa has been a leader in this space for a long time, and our new relationship will help us provide more benefits to members, including an increased supplier portfolio. We both share a passion for serving independents and helping them thrive in competitive markets, and we\u2019re honoured to have them join the AD community,\u201d AD Canada President Rob Dewar said.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Torbsa is a shareholder-owned group consisting of 27 independent building supplies distributors, with 48 locations across Canada. Torbsa President Paul Williams will head the group\u2019s new division while reporting to Dewar.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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