the voice of the canadian kitchen cabinet industry ckca.ca

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1 the voice of the canadian kitchen cabinet industry ckca.ca

2 about the ckca The Canadian Kitchen Cabinet Association (CKCA), established in 1972, is a national association that strives to promote the interests and conserve the rights of manufacturers of kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities and related millwork, as well as their suppliers and dealers, throughout Canada. MEMBER BENEFITS What we offer: Certification: Quality assurance program for Canadian manufacturers that will elevate your product and differentiate yourself amongst others Knowledge: Take advantage of professional development available at our events Connections: Create strategic alliances and build lasting business relationships through networking and at our events Information: Receive regular updates about issues that will have an important impact on your business Visibility: Be there when your potential customers are searching for you via our on-line business directory Representation: Be part of a collective voice of your fellow business owners - working together to affect local and national issues Savings: Take advantage of discounted registration rates for the National Forum and Regional Events

3 networking Annual Forum and Regional Meetings Provide: Networking opportunities with peers Manufacturing plant tours Roundtable sessions A healthy exchange of ideas Information on new products Access to a large network of supplier partners Information on new machinery Education sessions at all events An opportunity for you to share in the growth of the industry and grow with your fellow manufacturers The Association, established in 1972 holds an annual National Forum as well as Regional Meetings throughout Canada each year....there is always something to gain in ideas, methods, and technology when you experience the shop tours, speakers, suppliers, and mingle with business owners alike. David Berg, Owner, Kitchen Visions

4 Our Vision Through advocacy, certification and collaboration, CKCA will inspire progress and innovation in the Canadian Kitchen Manufacturing industry, through promoting excellence, continuous improvement and the adoption of manufacturing certification and standards. other benefits: Monthly newsletters Member news Member discounts on various products and services Current housing and other industry statistics Information on current industry events member costs Manufacturer Member 1 5 employees... $225/year 6 15 employees... $325/year employees... $550/year Over 50 employees... $825/year Supplier Member... $825/year Dealer Member... $200/year Associate Member... $200/year student Member...$0/year For membership application forms please visit CKCA.CA

5 certification program CKCA Construction and Material Testing standard for Kitchen Cabinets & Vanities: A benchmark for the Canadian kitchen and vanity cabinet industry, the CKCA Construction and Material Testing Standard for Kitchen Cabinets and Vanities sets a national standard for cabinet makers across the country. The program fills an industry need for a means to differentiate Canadian-made cabinets from imported cabinetry. Upon successful completion of testing, you will be able to display the Quality Assured logo below, and receive prominent placement as a certified manufacturer on the CKCA Website. Why certify: By adopting the certification, CKCA members will have access to a new and effective marketing tool to boost consumer confidence and purchasing convenience with the promise of consistent quality products they can trust. To obtain certification manufacturers must: 1 Be a CKCA member 2 Successfully complete and pass all requirements for materials and performance tests For more information on CKCA certification please visit CKCA.CA

6 Become part of a dynamic group of business owners and a vast network of supplier partners! You can also get involved by joining one of our dynamic committees. For membership application forms and more please go to ckca.ca Canadian Kitchen Cabinet Association 3781 Strandherd Drive, P.O. Box 34018, Nepean, Ontario K2J 5B1 P E info@ckca.ca ckca.ca