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EDITOR'S NOTE

"As some Canadian pulp and paper mills shift toward the biofuel market, Brazil’s well-established ethanol market offers a model for success. Read more below."

Peter Saunders, Editor

News

UN agency sees global signs of recovery for forest products

A recent report from the UN FAO records modest growth across most major groups of wood and paper products in 2024 compared to 2023.

Cascades closing three packaging plants

As the company discontinues its honeycomb paperboard and partition packaging business, it is shutting down facilities in Canada and the U.S.

Mercer earns triple B with 2025 CDP scores

“The context for sustainability has shifted toward a world of accountability,” says ESG controller Janelle Salm, who joined Mercer in 2024.

Unifor forestry delegates select Domtar as pattern bargaining target

Canada’s largest union in the private sector held its eastern forestry wage policy conference in Montreal from Feb. 4 to 6.

Features

Deadline extended for Pulp & Paper Canada’s Recruitment and Retention Survey!

Readers who complete the survey by Feb. 27 can enter a draw for a $100 gift card of their choosing!

Industry leaders discuss plight and path forward for B.C.’s forest products sector

Joe Nemeth, GM of the BC Pulp & Paper Coalition, was among the panelists for the final session on Day 2 of the TLA’s Convention and Trade Show in Vancouver.

News

Irving promotes Toronto process engineer to Macon operations leader

“I’m hopeful I can apply my experience and develop my people management skills through this new role,” she says.

Brazil in spotlight at Scaling Up Bio Conference

Late last year, Brazil’s ambassador to Canada spoke at the two-day event in Ottawa about his country’s activities and success in the biofuels sector.

Some lumber prices increase as sentiment remains cautious

Prices of many lumber and stud items increased by mid-January, while panels lagged behind, according to Madison’s Lumber Reporter.

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Apr. 8-10 | Vancouver

COFI Convention

Apr. 26-29 | Columbus, Ohio

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