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Weston Forest acquires Great Northern Lumber of Michigan

The deal includes a remanufacturing facility in Michigan, which will operate as Northern Industrial Woods Inc.


Export Development Canada invests $13.5M in equity into BID Group

The investor group is working with BID to support its continued growth – both organically and through acquisition.


CFIA confirms Emerald Ash Borer in Quebec City

The movement of all ash material such as logs, branches, and wood chips, and all species of firewood from the affected site is restricted.


Researcher proposes stumpage reform to prevent softwood disputes

A researcher with C.D. Howe is recommending Canada move from a flat stumpage fee to an auction system and a tax.


WorkSafeBC fines Revelstoke logging company

Canyon Creek Contracting has been handed a $13,783.82 fine by WorkSafeBC in connection to the death of worker in 2015.
 
Featured News 
 
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Three West Fraser mills suspend operations over wildfires

West Fraser's 100 Mile House, Williams Lake and Chasm operations have all been temporarily shut down. Employees from 100 Mile House have evacuated along with the community. Staff have been deployed at the other two mills to protect the facilities and the communities. » Read more...
 
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COFI, CFI launch second annual community photo contest

The B.C. Council of Forest Industries with media partner Canadian Forest Industries have launched a photo contest that celebrates the significance of the forest industry to the communities of B.C. and the people who live, work and play there. » Read more...
 
Events 
 

Bio World Congress

July 23-26, 2017
Location: Montreal, Canada
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Wood Pellet Association of Canada Conference and AGM

Sept. 18-20, 2017
Location: Ottawa, Canada
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Carbon Tax Webinar

Sept. 26, 2017
Location: Online
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SFI Annual Conference

Sept. 27-29, 2017
Location: Ottawa, Canada
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