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Stay up-to-date on the latest news and information on how Canada's forest products sector is building resiliency and adapting to meet the changing environmental and economic needs of our country.
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March 6, 2026
Municipal Procurement holds the power to help Buy Canadian
Leveraging locally made forest products supports local jobs, efficient builds, and community resilience
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News Releases
April 22, 2026
FPAC Launches New Economic Impact Dashboard Showcasing Real-Time Value of Canada’s Forest Products Sector
FPAC has launched a new Economic Impact Dashboard providing an up-to-date, data-driven snapshot of the forest products sector’s contributions to Canada’s economy.
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April 21, 2026
FPAC Welcomes Forest Sector Representation on Canada-United States Economic Relations Advisory Committee
FPAC Welcomes Forest Sector Representation on Canada-United States Economic Relations Advisory Committee
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April 10, 2026
FPAC urges renewed engagement toward a durable resolution to the softwood lumber dispute
The Forest Products Association of Canada is urging the Canadian and U.S. governments to re-engage toward a fair and durable negotiated settlement to the long-running softwood lumber dispute.
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April 1, 2026
Forest Sector ready to seize the opportunity provided by new Biomass Investment Tax Credits
Finding uses for every part of a harvested tree can create renewable heat and electricity that will help power cleaner communities.
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February 15, 2022
FPAC Welcomes West Fraser’s Ray Ferris as Board Chair
Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) is pleased to announce the election of Ray Ferris, President and CEO of West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd., as Chair of its Board of Directors
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February 11, 2022
Canada’s Forest Sector Supports National Effort to Address Wildfire Risks and Enhance Forest Resilience
FPAC is committed to being an active and engaged voice in finding solutions to address the growing risk of wildland fires in Canada.
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January 31, 2022
Forest Sector Calls for Action on Supply Chain Woes
When Federal Transport Minister Omar Alghabra and his colleagues host a discussion on Canada’s supply chain today, the forest products sector and its workers will be looking for leadership from Ottawa to address a transportation system that is too often fragile and under-performing.
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December 1, 2021
FPAC Calls for a Team Canada Action Plan on Trade | The Time for Action is Now: Nighbor
FPAC is calling on the Canadian government to take leadership on a clear action plan to enable sector growth and opportunity for Canadian forestry workers and their families.
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November 12, 2021
UN FAO Report Outlines How Wood-Based Products Fight Climate Change
New technologies create opportunities for forestry to lead the way.
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November 2, 2021
FPAC Recognizes Importance of COP26 Global Deforestation Pledge
We are hopeful that today’s Declaration will support the expansion of forest certification to promote sustainably managed forests, encourage responsible consumption worldwide, and help advance our collective fight against climate change.
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October 28, 2021
International Wood Manifesto Launches in Advance of COP26
Growing Canada’s low-carbon future by building with wood.
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October 20, 2021
Canada’s Forest Sector Supports New National Program for Indigenous Youth
Earlier today, Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) made a $10,000 commitment to support the Outland Youth Employment Program (OYEP) and its education and training program for Indigenous youth.
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October 1, 2021
California Procurement Bill Threatens Canadian Forestry Jobs and State Social Housing Initiative
Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) and the United Steelworkers (USW) fully support the legislation’s laudable intention to ensure that wood products are responsibly sourced from sustainably managed forests.
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September 20, 2021
Kristin Dangelmaier of Domtar Corporation in Kamloops Receives Women in Forestry Award from Canada’s Forest Products Sector
Today, FPAC announced that Kristin Dangelmaier of Domtar Corporation in Kamloops, BC is the recipient of the Woman in Forestry Award of Excellence.
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