Jason Krips appointed President, CEO AFPA

Edmonton — The Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) announced that Jason Krips has been appointed President and CEO. “I am very happy that we were able to attract a candidate of Jason’s pedigree,” said Fred Dzida, Chair of the AFPA’s Board of Directors....

Canfor subsidiary to acquire three sawmills

Vancouver, BC — Canfor Corporation has announced that its 70%-owned subsidiary, Vida Group, has entered into an agreement to purchase three sawmills located in Sweden from Bergs Timber for a purchase price of CAD$43 million plus working capital. “We are excited that...