TIMBER MART

What TIMBER MART does

TIMBER MART, legally organized under TBM Holdco Ltd. and headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, is Canada's largest national member-owned buying group for independent building-material and hardware retailers, founded in 1967. The cooperative serves hundreds of independently owned member stores strategically located in every Canadian province, supported by three corporate offices in Calgary (AB), Vaughan (ON), and Lévis (QC) and a corporate headcount of 101-250 employees. Its core function is to provide independent retailers with collective buying power, national marketing programs, and operational infrastructure so that locally owned operators can compete against large national chains such as Home Depot, RONA, and Lowe's Canadian affiliates.

The cooperative's product and service surface spans multiple layers. At the consumer-facing layer, TIMBER MART offers proprietary building plan catalogs (house plans, cottage plans, tiny house plans, garage plans, shed plans) designed for Canadian climate and building codes, plus a Blue Rewards loyalty program licensed from BMO, an e-gift card program, a co-branded store credit card issued through Fairstone Financial Inc., and weekly promotional flyers. At the member-facing layer, the cooperative negotiates national distribution agreements with major suppliers including GE, CIL, LePage, Simpson Strong-Tie, Makita, Richelieu, Moen, James Hardie, Rust-Oleum, PPG, ROCKWOOL, Trex, and Owens Corning, and provides branded marketing assets, a national sponsorship portfolio (Hockey Canada, CFL), and a digital ecosystem anchored at timbermart.ca with a store finder and Project of the Month content hub.

TIMBER MART's business model is a member-owned cooperative structure in which independent retailers, commercial dealers, and manufacturers hold membership interests. Revenue is generated through membership economics, supplier-side programs and marketing funds, financial services partnerships (BMO Blue Rewards, Fairstone credit card), and proprietary digital product sales (building plans), rather than through direct retail sales by the central entity. End customers are DIY homeowners, professional contractors, and tradespeople served through member stores, while the cooperative's direct customers are its independent member-retailer owners.

Name

TIMBER MART

Legal name

TBM Holdco Ltd.

Website

https://timbermart.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

TIMBER MART is Canada's largest national member-owned buying group, founded in 1967, serving hundreds of independent hardware and building-material retailers across all provinces through collective purchasing, marketing services, and proprietary building plan catalogs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Building Materials Buying Group

NAICS

Building Material and Supplies Dealers (4441), Lumber, Plywood, Millwork, and Wood Panel Merchant Wholesalers (42331), Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers (444)

SIC

Retail-Lumber & Other Building Materials Dealers (5211), Wholesale-Lumber, Plywood, Millwork & Wood Panels (5031)

akta.pro primary industry

Lumber & Timber Retail (Dimensional Lumber, Plywood, OSB) (CRAIAEAA)

Keywords

• Hardware retail buying group
• Building materials cooperative
• Member-owned retail network
• Construction supply wholesale
• Home improvement retail

Headquarters

HQ city

Calgary

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Retail merchandise sales: TIMBER MART is a national member-owned buying group founded in 1967 that provides competitive buying programs, marketing services, and support to independent building-material and hardware retailers. Revenue flows through member store retail sales of building materials, hardware, paint, tools, and related products. Member stores offer financing options through TIMBER MART branded credit cards issued via Fairstone Financial Inc.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

TIMBER MART is Canada's largest national member-owned buying group, founded in 1967, that provides competitive buying programs, marketing services, and operational support to hundreds of independent building-material and hardware retailers across all Canadian provinces. It also offers a proprietary catalog of construction blueprints (house, cottage, tiny house, garage, and shed plans), the Blue Rewards loyalty program co-branded with BMO, TIMBER MART-branded e-gift cards, and a store credit card issued through Fairstone Financial Inc.

Product overview

TIMBER MART is Canada's largest national member-owned buying group for independent building-material and hardware retailers, founded in 1967. The company operates through a network of hundreds of member stores across all Canadian provinces. Its product portfolio centers on building plans (house plans, cottage plans, tiny house plans, garage plans, and shed plans) available for purchase as contractor-grade blueprints. Additionally, TIMBER MART offers retail services including a loyalty program (Blue Rewards), e-gift cards, store credit cards through Fairstone Financial, and weekly promotional flyers. The company also maintains national brand partnerships with major building material manufacturers including GE, CIL, LePage, Simpson Strong-Tie, Makita, Moen, James Hardie, Rust-Oleum, PPG, and Trex, whose products are available through member stores.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• House Plans Canadian house plans for bungalows, two-story homes, and designs with garage space and offices, tailored for Canada's climate, building codes, and lifestyle needs; available as contractor-grade blueprints through TIMBER MART member stores.
• Cottage Plans Cottage and recreational property plans designed for Canadian landscapes, family needs, and building code standards, including simple layouts, loft-style cottages, and designs maximizing space and natural views.
• Tiny House Plans Tiny house plans for budget-friendly starter homes, vacation retreats, or eco-conscious guest houses, meeting Canadian building code standards and climate needs.
• Garage Plans Detached garages, garage plans with loft space, and custom garage packages engineered for Canadian standards and climate conditions.
• Shed Plans Durable, weather-resistant shed plans for garden sheds, outdoor equipment storage, and seasonal supplies; Canadian-engineered blueprints designed for Canadian weather conditions.
• Blue Rewards Loyalty Program Rewards program allowing customers to redeem Blue Rewards points for TIMBER MART e-gift cards at participating stores; valid on retail goods and services, excluding gift card purchases, delivery charges, wholesale, and house accounts.
• E-Gift Cards Electronic gift cards available for purchase, including reloadable gift card options with FAQ and terms of use documentation; redeemable at participating TIMBER MART member stores.
• TIMBER MART Credit Card Store credit card offered in partnership with Fairstone Financial Inc., providing financing options including promotional periods (e.g., 12-month deferred interest plans) and standard credit terms for qualifying purchases at participating TIMBER MART locations.

Named customers8 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered major and core.

• Hockey CanadamajorGTM or Marketing PartnerTIMBER MART is a proud sponsor of Hockey Canada. The partnership appears on TIMBER MART's website footer and promotional materials, associating the building materials brand with Canadian national hockey.
• CFL (Canadian Football League)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerTIMBER MART is a proud sponsor of the CFL and the Grey Cup. The company runs a contest offering a trip for two to the 113th Grey Cup in Calgary in 2026, with prize value of approximately $6,000 CAD. The partnership includes co-branding on the Grey Cup contest page.
• GE (Silicones/Sealants)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGE is a national partner of TIMBER MART. GE's silicone and sealant products are distributed through TIMBER MART member stores. GE's legacy spans over 70 years in silicone technology, contributing to major construction projects worldwide.
• CIL (Canadian Industries Limited)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCIL is a national partner of TIMBER MART. CIL is Canada's largest manufacturer and distributor of architectural coatings, with headquarters in Vaughan, Ontario and operations from coast to coast. Brands include SICO, OLYMPIC, and MULCO.
• LePagecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLePage is a national partner of TIMBER MART. Since 1876, LePage has been one of Canada's most trusted names in adhesives, sealants, and construction products. Products are developed and marketed by Henkel Corporation.
• Simpson Strong-TiecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSimpson Strong-Tie is a national partner of TIMBER MART. A global leader in structural connectors, fasteners, and building solutions for over 50 years, serving both residential and commercial construction markets.
• MakitacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMakita is a national partner of TIMBER MART. Makita has been operating in Canada since 1973, offering high-performance cordless and electric tools, accessories, outdoor powered equipment, and pneumatic tools. Distribution through Ontario and British Columbia centres.
• RichelieucoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRichelieu is a national partner of TIMBER MART, providing hardware products including door hardware, cabinet hardware, and building hardware solutions.
• MoencoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMoen is a national partner of TIMBER MART, providing plumbing products and fixtures distributed through TIMBER MART member stores.
• James HardiecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJames Hardie is a national partner of TIMBER MART, providing exterior siding products for residential and commercial applications.
• Rust-OleumcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRust-Oleum is a national partner of TIMBER MART, providing paint, wood stains, and finishing products.
• PPGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPPG is a national partner of TIMBER MART, providing paint and accessories for residential and commercial applications.
• ROCKWOOLcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorROCKWOOL is a national partner of TIMBER MART, providing insulation products for residential and commercial construction.
• TrexcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTrex is a national partner of TIMBER MART, providing composite deck materials for outdoor living spaces.
• Owens CorningcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOwens Corning is a national partner of TIMBER MART, providing roofing and insulation products.
• BMO (Bank of Montreal) / Blue RewardsmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerBlue Rewards and the Blue Rewards logo are trademarks of Bank of Montreal, used under license by BMO Blue Rewards, Inc. and TBM Holdco Ltd. The program allows customers to earn Blue Rewards points and redeem them for TIMBER MART e-gift cards at participating stores.
• Fairstone Financial Inc.coreGTM or Marketing PartnerTIMBER MART partners with Fairstone Financial Inc. to provide store credit card financing to customers. Financing is subject to credit approval and available at participating TIMBER MART locations. Fairstone offers promotional financing options (e.g., 12-month deferred interest plans) for qualifying purchases.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Home Hardware Stores: Canada's other major member-owned dealer/buying group for independent hardware retailers, serving thousands of stores nationally — the closest direct functional analog to TIMBER MART's buying-group model.
• RONA inc. Canadian building materials and hardware banner network (now owned by Lowe's); combines corporate-owned stores with affiliated dealers and competes directly with TIMBER MART member stores for pro and DIY spend.
• BMR Group: Quebec-based member-owned hardware and building materials buying group; shares the cooperative model and overlaps with TIMBER MART's Quebec regional office.
• Castle Building Centres Group: Canadian buying group for independent lumber and building material dealers; comparable pro-contractor focus and member-owned structure.
• Orgill: U.S.-based hardware and building materials distributor/dealer buying group; functionally identical model of pooling independent retailer buying power, though North American rather than Canadian.
• Do it Best: U.S. member-owned hardware cooperative and buying group; comparable scale, cooperative governance, and product-range strategy to TIMBER MART.
• True Value Company: U.S. hardware cooperative serving independent retailers; relevant analog to TIMBER MART's buying-group model even though U.S.-focused.

Broad incumbents

• Home Depot Canada: Canadian arm of the largest North American home-improvement big-box retailer; competes head-on with TIMBER MART member stores for pro and DIY traffic.
• Canadian Tire Corporation: Mass-market Canadian hardware, automotive, and home goods retailer; broad-incumbent competitor that shares end customers (DIY homeowners, contractors) with TIMBER MART stores.
• Lowe's Companies: U.S. big-box home improvement retailer (owner of RONA in Canada); broad-incumbent competitor that exerts pricing pressure on TIMBER MART member stores through RONA.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/_timbermart
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/timbrtv
• Facebookfacebook.com/Timbermart.ca
• LinkedInca.linkedin.com/company/cil-canada
• Instagraminstagram.com/timbermart.ca
• Pinterestpinterest.ca/timber_mart

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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