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West Fraser, Mercer dissolve Cariboo Pulp and Paper jv

West Fraser Timber and Mercer International have announced the dissolution of their 50/50 joint venture in Cariboo Pulp and Paper. West Fraser will continue as the mill's sole owner and operator.


Panels jumped but lumber prices unchanged as U.S. housing starts pop: Madison's

Panel prices jumped yet again. Most lumber buyers having covered their most pressing needs and balking at current price lists, that market entered a digestion phase.


Quebec invests nearly $430,000 in forest sector training

The Quebec government has announced a $428,823 investment towards training programs in the wood processing and paper manufacturing sector.


 
 
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Live Webinar on Forestry Impact from Insight - Use Cases for Optimization Analytics

Data analytics are a vital aid to sustainable and profitable forestry. Register for an expert-led introduction to the power of optimization modeling and its practical benefits for forest, operations, and woodland management. Join the live webinar hosted by Remsoft on March 27, 2024. Unable to attend? Register to receive the recorded webcast.

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Better performing saw line

Nestled in the heart of Quebec, Groupe Martel stands as a beacon of tradition and innovation, preserving the rich legacy of a family enterprise while simultaneously embarking on a transformative journey towards modernization. With the installation of a new saw line, the $10-million modernization project at the Alma sawmill is now completed. » Read More...
 
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B.C. Saw Filer’s Association Convention preview

Filing experts are set to converge once again in Kamloops, B.C., for this event that promises to be a gathering of industry leaders, suppliers, and experts, offering a platform for networking, learning, and exploring the latest advancements in sawmilling and filing room technology. » Read More...
 
 
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If you are labeling large quantities of finished or treated lumber, you know how difficult this task is to complete in a timely manner. Manually stapling tags is both time-consuming and tiring. That’s why Weber developed the high-speed, pneumatic, FasTagger II Lumber Label End-Tagger.

It's a heavy-duty, auto tagging tool, which dispenses Weber Poly Tags and staples them securely in place - all in one step! The FasTagger II is a labeling system built for lumber mills, lumber yards, and forestry product companies. Using compressed air, you can apply tags at a rate of over 100 tags per minute!

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WFP completes sale of ownership interest in La-kwa sa muqw Forestry

Member First Nations of the Nanwakolas Council have acquired a 34 per cent interest from Western Forest Products in a newly formed limited partnership for $35.9 million. » Read More...

B.C. First Nations consortium launches Iskum Investments

A groundbreaking partnership known as Iskum Investments comprising over 20 First Nations from Vancouver Island and the B.C. coast has been unveiled to support forest industry revitalization » Read More...

Ontario prepares for upcoming wildland fire season

The Ontario government is adding new firefighting positions, additional staff and equipment to manage forest fires and ensure the people and resources are in place to protect communities. » Read More...

 
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Jessica Carette

Starting from a summer job that sparked her passion for the industry, Jessica now oversees various operational and innovation projects. She highlights the importance of mentorship and inclusivity for women in the field while advocating for gender parity in leadership roles. » Read More...

 
Events 
 

Montreal Wood Convention 2024

April 9, 2024 | Montreal, Quebec » Read More...

COFI Convention 2024

April 10, 2024 | Vancouver, B.C. » Read More...

IWPA’s 68th World of Wood Convention

April 10, 2024 | San Diego, California » Read More...

Olympic Logging Conference 2024

April 24, 2024 | Victoria, B.C. » Read More...