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COFI

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine will likely reduce forest products export

Trade with Russia will likely decline, impacting long-established international trade flows of forest products, Wood Resource Quarterly reports.


Lumber price increases slow down: Madison’s

As February drew to a close and players recovered from the shock of a big pop in lumber prices weeks earlier, price increases slowed down, Madison’s Lumber Reporter noted.


Canfor Pulp appoints Kevin Edgson president and CEO

EACOM's former president and CEO Kevin Edgson is taking over the helm of Canfor Pulp Products. Edgson will be president and CEO and is tasked with leading the company through a comprehensive business review.
 
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Dan Fraser

Ontario logger keeps equipment fresh to stay competitive

Northern Ontario phase-contractor Dan Fraser values his people. His company has grown and contracted depending mainly on labour markets. He knows the job is not for everyone, so when he does find people who stick around, it’s worth investing in the right equipment for them. Read our latest logging profile. » Learn more...
 
Katy Player

Seat at the table: Q&A with Canfor senior VP Katy Player

Katy Player’s seat at the executive table is an important reflection of the industry’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. We are making significant strides, Katy says, but there’s a lot more to do to make forestry a first choice for underrepresented groups. » Learn more...
 
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Women in Forestry Virtual Summit tackles difficult questions

The Women in Forestry summit drew more than 850 registrants with 550 joining us live to talk about biases, culture changes, career ladders, Indigenous inclusion and so much more. » Read more...

West Fraser BC mills down to three-day work weeks

The forestry company confirmed the changes in March, citing inventory challenges from the "transportation crisis" in Western Canada. » Read more...

Walking in two worlds: Q&A Trish Balcaen, CEO for Balcaen Consolidated

After 20 years in government, Trish Balcaen never lost her love for the forest industry. Recently, she returned to her father’s company as the CEO of Balcaen Consolidated Ltd., in Vernon, B.C. » Read more...
 
Events 
 

Wood Bioenergy Conference & Expo

Date: March 29-30, 2022
Location: Atlanta, Ga.
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Panel & Engineered Lumber International Conference & Expo

Date: March 31 - April 1, 2022
Location: Atlanta, Ga.
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National Heavy Equipment Show

Date: March 31 - April 1, 2022
Location: Mississauga, Ont.
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Canadian Woodlands Forum Spring Meeting

Date: April 12-13, 2022
Location: Moncton, N.B.
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International Mass Timber Conference

Date: April 12-14, 2022
Location: Portland, Ore.
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