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Funding will triple output at Ontario mass timber maker: Official

The St. Thomas, Ontario-based timber manufacturer Element5 is getting a $3.5-million boost from the provincial government through the forest sector investment and innovation program.


Hampton Lumber pauses Fort St. James mill operations

In a recent Facebook announcement, Hampton Lumber disclosed that its Fort St. James mill in B.C. is undergoing a temporary five-week curtailment.


Susan Yurkovich succeeds retiring Don Kayne as Canfor CEO

Canfor Corp. has announced that Susan Yurkovich, currently senior VP of global business development, will succeed Don Kayne as CEO starting January 1, 2025.


Canada and New Brunswick to plant over 52M climate-resilient trees

Canada and New Brunswick have committed over $71M to plant more than 52 million climate-resilient trees as part of Canada's 2 Billion Trees initiative.


 
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Our team of engineers and construction partners at PDI can design, build, and start-up everything from a basic dryer furnace up to a fully-functional cogen plant.

Utilizing solid fuel, natural gas, propane, or other fuels you may have available, our engineering team custom designs fuel handling systems, thermal recovery plants, and fully integrates the facility for optimum energy recovery from your fuel.

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Balanced supply and demand stabilizes lumber prices: Madison's

Some glimmers of hope appeared with spruce and hem/fir dimension lumber sales; demand for panels continued to languish by comparison. In the week ending July 19, the price of Western S-P-F 2x4 #2&Btr KD (RL) was US$330 mfbm. » Read More...
 
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Builder tips for using pressure treated wood

Pressure treated wood has long been a staple for outdoor projects due to the enhanced durability and warm aesthetic it provides. As is the case with any building material, longevity of a product often relies on the proper design, specification, and installation of the building material. » Read More...
 
 
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Weyerhaeuser reports strong Q2 earnings

Weyerhaeuser has announced a strong financial performance for the second quarter of 2024, with net earnings of $173M, or $0.24 per diluted share, on sales of $1.9B. » Read More...

Canfor reports $191M net loss in Q2 amid market challenges

Canfor Corp. has announced a net loss of $191M for the second quarter of 2024, amid sustained weaknesses in North American lumber markets. The company faced an operating loss of $251M, which, after adjustments, was $129M. » Read More...

West Fraser reports strong Q2 results despite lumber challenges

West Fraser Timber has announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2024, revealing robust performance in several segments despite ongoing challenges in the lumber market. » Read More...

B.C. partnership achieves major wildlife habitat enhancements

Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation and FESBC celebrate success of 117 projects improving biodiversity and ecosystem health since 2017 » Read More...

 
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Top 10 Under 40: Less than A WEEK before deadline!

The deadline is fast approaching for CFI's annual search for the newest generation of forest industry stars to be recognized. The awards will be given to the young, skilled and knowledgeable people who are driving the forest industry forward. » Read More...

 
Events 
 

Indigenous Forestry Conference

September 10, 2024 | Port Alberni, B.C. » Read More...

CIF-IFC AGM and Conference

September 15, 2024 | St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador » Read More...

DEMO International 2024

September 19, 2024 | Venosta, Quebec » Read More...

Timber Processing and Energy Expo

September 25, 2024 | Portland, Oregon » Read More...