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Abundant supply keeps lumber prices moderated: Madison's

Following the Easter long weekend, demand for lumber increased somewhat however supply remained abundant.

Structurlam files for bankruptcy, enters into US$60M asset purchase agreement

Structurlam Mass Timber has entered into an initial bid asset purchase agreement with Mercer to sell substantially all the company's assets in B.C. and Arkansas.

New Brunswick Crown Lands and Forests Advisory Board to be established

The New Brunswick government is establishing a Crown Lands and Forests Advisory Board to provide input to the minister of Natural Resources and Energy Development.

Nova Scotia's Forestry Trust announces two new projects

Two more projects, totalling more than $2.5 million, have been approved by the trustees of the Forestry Innovation Transition Trust.

 
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High value: ATCO thrives through self-sufficiency and innovation

The family-owned business in the heart of B.C.’s West Kootenays has evolved from its humble sawmilling roots to a cutting-edge manufacturer of specialized softwood veneer and other wood products.  » Read More...
 
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Economy, futures and inflation took centre stage at MWC

The Montréal Wood Convention attracted 1,100 participants from around the world and featured 110 booths. » Read More...
 
 
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Conifex files claims against B.C. gov't, BC Hydro

Conifex seeks order quashing recent moratorium on cryptocurrency mining projects and order requiring BC Hydro to supply service to its proposed HPC Projects. » Read More...

LP Building Solutions to acquire Forex's Wawa OSB facility in Ontario

LP Building Solutions and Forex have entered into a definitive agreement under which LP will acquire the assets owned by Wawa OSB, a subsidiary of Forex. » Read More...

More British Columbians will have access to skills training

B.C. government significantly expands skills training for employment programs. » Read More...

Another month of growth for Saskatchewan housing starts

Saskatchewan leads key economic indicators once again, with urban housing starts increasing by 53%, ranking first among the provinces. » Read More...

 
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Spotlight: Sylvie Briere

In Sylvie’s 25-year career in the industry, there has never been a dull moment. Passionate about innovating and improving processes at Rolland, she also takes pleasure in passing on the knowledge she has acquired over the years. » Read More...

 
Events 
 

OFIA’s 80th Annual Convention

May 03, 2023 | Toronto, Ontario » Read More...