Canfor subsidiary expands into Central Sweden
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Hello, this is Andrew Snook with your news of the week. In today’s newsletter learn about a Canfor subsidiary expanding into Central Sweden, the latest lumber market updates, CFI's Top 10 Under 40 contest, and more! Happy reading!
- Andrew Snook, Editor
 
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Canfor subsidiary Vida AB expands into Central Sweden

Canfor Corporation has announced that its 77-per-cent-owned subsidiary, Vida AB, has entered into an agreement to purchase AB Karl Hedin Sågverk from Mattsbo Såg AB.


Usual mid-summer torpor arrived for softwood lumber sales

Demand remained subdued after the holiday-shortened week.


Understanding biocarbon and its climate impact

It’s no secret that B.C. has a slash pile problem. Each year, millions of tonnes of low-quality forest residues are burned, releasing carbon and creating risks. But what if these and other residuals could unlock climate solutions and near-term, high-value economic opportunities?


 
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Nova Scotia making wood products a priority

The province of Nova Scotia recently stated that it has directed all departments to search for opportunities to use mass timber, wood pellets, biomass, biofuels and other wood products made from residuals related to sustainable harvesting and sawmilling. » Register now...
 
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Woodlots BC to lead province-wide wildfire risk reduction efforts on woodlots

The Forest Enhancement Society of BC recently approved up to $1.7 million to the Woodlot Product Development Council to carry out wildfire risk reduction treatments over a two-year fiscal period. » Read More...
 
 
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Canadian Wood Council applauds Nova Scotia’s prioritization of wood products

The Canadian Wood Council applauds the Province of Nova Scotia’s recent announcement regarding the prioritization of wood products for construction and heating in public buildings – a strategic move that supports economic growth, climate resilience, and innovation in the province’s forestry sector. » Read More...

WPAC Conference coming to Halifax this September

The Wood Pellet Association of Canada Conference will take place on Sept. 23 and 24, 2025 at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront in Halifax, N.S. » Read More...

CFI’s Top 10 Under 40 nominations are open for submissions!

Canadian Forest Industries’ annual Top 10 Under 40 awards program is now accepting submissions. » Read More...

 
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FAE enters the rotary cutter market with the new RCM/SSL

FAE is expanding its range of products for the forestry and vegetation management market with the new RCM/SSL rotary cutter for 75-150 hp skid steers. » Read More...

 
Events 
 

Woodrise International Congress

September 22, 2025 | Vancouver Convention Centre - West Building Vancouver, B.C. » Read More...

Wood Pellet Association of Canada AGM & Conference

September 23, 2025 | Halifax Marriott Harbourfront 1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, N.S. B3J 3J5 » Read More...

2025 CIF National Conference & 117th Annual General Meeting

October 5, 2025 | Delta Hotels by Marriott Thunder Bay » Read More...