Southwestern Ontario Home Hardware Group Launches SW Buy Local 50

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Southwestern Ontario Home Hardware Group Launches SW Buy Local 50Author of the article:Six Canadian-owned Home Hardware locations seek 50 new regional manufacturers, makers and suppliers before DecemberTHIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountSOUTHWESTERN ONTARIO, Aug. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Southwestern Ontario Home Hardware Group has launched SW Buy Local 50, a regional initiative to showcase products from 50 new Southwestern Ontario vendors before December 2026.The initiative brings together six participating Home Hardware locations in Newbury, London, Chatham, Sarnia, Tilbury and West Lorne. Manufacturers, makers, growers, distributors and suppliers from across Southwestern Ontario are invited to submit products for consideration.“Southwestern Ontario has an incredible manufacturing, agricultural and creative business community,” said Ryan Arens, who is coordinating the initiative. “By working together across six stores, we can give regional suppliers opportunities in the communities where their products are most relevant—and potentially help them grow into additional locations.”Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againThe group is considering products across all merchandise categories, including:Confectionery and locally produced foodLumber and building materialsHardware and toolsHousewares and home décorPlumbing and electrical productsLightingKitchen and bathChristmas and seasonal merchandiseEveryday living productsBusinesses of every size are encouraged to apply, from established manufacturers and distributors to growing makers seeking their first significant retail opportunity.Vendors should provide a company introduction, product information, wholesale pricing, production capacity and details about where their products are manufactured or sourced.Products will be evaluated based on customer fit, quality, value, availability, staff feedback and applicable safety, packaging and regulatory requirements. Depending on product and market fit, selected vendors may be showcased at one, several or all six participating stores.“This is a positive investment in the region,” said Arens. “It’s about creating more opportunities for Southwestern Ontario businesses, developing dependable supplier relationships and giving customers more local and Canadian choices.”Interested vendors can email contact@homehardwarechatham.com or call 519-354-0700 and ask for Ryan Arens.Locally owned. Genuinely Canadian.McNaughton Home Hardware Building Centre22789 Hagerty Road, Newbury, Ontario519-693-4484London-East Home Hardware Building Centre1780 Dundas Street, London, Ontario519-455-0660Chatham-Kent Home Hardware Building Centre124 Keil Drive South, Chatham, Ontario519-354-0700Bluewater Home Hardware Building Centre1272 London Road, Sarnia, Ontario519-337-3783Tilbury Home Hardware Building Centre76 Queen Street North, Tilbury, Ontario519-682-1180West Lorne Home Hardware232 Graham Street, West Lorne, Ontario519-768-1840Ryan ArensSouthwestern Ontario Home Hardware Group519-354-0700contact@homehardwarechatham.comThis advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.