Whether you're looking to improve your buying, increase profitability, strengthen your brand or streamline operations, Castle offers practical buying and business programs designed to help independent businesses grow.
Competitive buying programs that improve margins.
Relationships with leading suppliers and distributors across Canada.
Powered by the CastleCare Toolbox — technology, programs and services that simplify operations and improve efficiency.
Professional marketing programs to help your business stand out in your community.
Not just a network but a family. Talk to anyone who has experienced the Castle Culture and you will hear that Castle is more like a "family" than a buying group.
Castle is proud to partner with the most reputable manufacturing and distribution vendors in the industry. We have developed strong relationships and together we are committed to the success of the independent. Castle members benefit from our collective of dedicated professionals and take advantage of the over 500 buying agreements in all LBM and hardware categories.
All LBM and hardware categories covered — lumber, building materials, millwork, doors, windows, roofing, insulation, and more.
Castle's buying teams negotiate on behalf of the entire membership — giving independents the pricing leverage of a national chain.
Every dollar of vendor rebate returns to members annually — not held by head office. Your volume works for you.
Castle members have access to the largest assortment of hardware products in the industry through our partner Orgill Distribution, servicing members across Canada. Castle's affiliation to OCTO and position on various buying teams ensures all your product category needs are handled.
Direct access to Orgill's vast North American hardware catalogue, servicing Castle members coast to coast with reliable delivery.
Castle's membership in OCTO ensures preferred pricing and program access across all major hardware categories.
A network of regional distribution partners ensures product availability wherever your store is located across Canada.
Castle is committed to delivering value and quality products. Our private label brand "Castlegard" is available exclusively at Castle Building Centres locations — giving your store a competitive edge no other retailer can match.
Castlegard gives your store its own branded product line — higher margins, exclusive availability, and the quality assurance of Castle's vendor partnerships behind every SKU.
Castle's Buying Events — including the Castle Buying Expo — bring members and vendor partners together to negotiate show deals, preview new products, and place seasonal orders. It's hands-on access to the full strength of the buying group, in one room.
A variety of programs to take your business to the next level — from electronic shelf labelling technology to commercial fleet programs and store design support.
Castle's partnership with Moneris gives members preferred merchant rates and seamless payment solutions — including Interac, major credit cards, and the Castle Gift Card — all on one platform.
The Castle Gift Card Program is a great way to increase revenue, bring in new business, and stay competitive.
Castle's partnership with Flexiti Financial gives members the option of offering customers flexible financing on their purchases with a quick and easy digital application — increasing average transaction values and closing larger sales.
Access human resources materials and consultation that support hiring, onboarding, policies, compliance, and employee management. Find practical templates and expert guidance to help you build a stronger workplace and support your teams effectively.
Castle is driven by technology, and we are an industry leader in member-facing platforms. From our state-of-the-art Member platform to the continuous development of new and innovative member programs, Castle will help take your business to new levels.
The CastleCore member portal gives you everything Castle at your fingertips. Access to your personal accounting platform, comprehensive buying guide, program enrollment, and rebate tracking, all in one secure platform.
Our industry-leading member account platform gives you everything Castle at your fingertips — available 24/7 from any device.
A custom-designed estimating software program and service to support Castle members with day-to-day estimating, organic growth, and exclusive access to professional design and estimation services.
Build & Reno, a digital home renovation publication designed for anyone with a passion for creating exceptional spaces with quality building material products. It's a well-rounded mix of expert insights, industry news, product innovations, trend forecasts, and real-world project inspiration.
The Castle online member store is a comprehensive promotional product and clothing catalog available online 24/7 with endless product offers available at pre-negotiated prices.
