In a significant code update, Ontario’s Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing will soon amend its Building Code, allowing Encapsulated Mass Timber Construction (EMTC) buildings to soar up to 18 stories—6 stories higher than the current limit. The Ontario Forest Industries Association Applauds Government’s Decision Ontario’s forest products industry is welcoming the government’s move to…
The British Columbia (B.C.) government and the Council of the Haida Nation have come together to sign a groundbreaking agreement that officially recognizes the Aboriginal title of Haida Gwaii.
Tim Hortons tests plastic-free, fiber hot beverage lids in Ottawa and Gatineau, aiming to reduce single-use plastics.
C&D Lumber Co. closure adds to Oregon’s list f Sawmill closures and wood products industry challenges. The Job loss and calls for sustainable solutions highlight the need for policy action
Members from the BC First Nations Forestry Council (BCFNFC) delegation to Tokyo affirmed the essential role of First Nations in shaping not only the future of forestry in British Columbia but also on a global scale.
Quebec’s prepares for 2024 fire season with SOPFEU’s strategic efforts with a focus on hiring more talent to boost firefighting forces, recruitment drive, modernized fleet, and climate adaptation.
North Island First Nations and Western Forest Products Historic Agreement
Montréal, Canada— The Montréal Wood Convention (MWC) 2024, the premier event for the wood industry in North America, is scheduled to take place from April 9 to 11, 2024, at the Queen Elizabeth Hotel in Montréal. This convention, the largest of its kind in Canada, will draw over a thousand participants from across the globe….
West Fraser Sawmill in Perry, Florida, is set to permanently close its doors at the end of March with significant job impact
Explore the impact of sawmill and papermill closures . See how to balance economy with environmental concerns. Explore solutions for sustainable forestry and government support.