by Working Forest | Feb 1, 2021 | Archive Articles, Articles
LADYSMITH CHRONICLE — B.C.’s forest industry has been buoyed by high construction demand and prices during the COVID-19 recession, and public health restrictions have pushed the industry into new areas of innovation. IMAGE: A drone operator with Terra Remote...
by Working Forest | Jan 28, 2021 | Archive Articles, Articles
ATHENS, Ga. – The 10 largest softwood lumber manufacturers in the United States, led by Weyerhaeuser, accounted for just over half of all U.S. production capacity in 2020, according to Forisk consulting. Forisk’s top 10 softwood lumber producers combined for...
by Working Forest | Jan 27, 2021 | Archive Articles, Articles
The Canadian Wood Council and Wood WORKS! BC have announced the release of two technical reports and one cost comparison report related to the use of mass timber and/or wood-frame construction in taller schools than currently permitted under the BC Building Code....
by Working Forest | Jan 26, 2021 | Archive Articles, Articles
FOREST2MARKETS — We’re just a few weeks into a new year (and only a few days into a new administration in Washington) but in the North American softwood lumber market, 2021 is beginning to feel a lot like 2020. Southern yellow pine (SYP) lumber prices set new...
by Working Forest | Jan 25, 2021 | Archive Articles, Articles
VANCOUVER, BC, CNW — Pinnacle Renewable Energy announced today it has received notice of regulatory charges laid by Alberta Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) following their investigation of the explosion which resulted in injuries at the...
by Working Forest | Jan 20, 2021 | Archive Articles, Articles
West Fraser is one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People for 2021. It’s the fifth time they have received the award. The Company was recognized for its commitment to young people and for helping them build their careers. West Fraser is dedicated to...
