Innofibre - Centre d'innovation des produits cellulosiques of Cégep de Trois‑Rivières maintains its position at the top of the list of Canadian colleges according to "Canada's Top 50 Research Colleges 2021". https://researchinfosource.com/top-50-research-colleges/2021/list

Corrugated cardboard packaging is an important part of our daily lives, accounting for nearly 40% of the entire cellulosic fiber-based packaging sector. Although this type of cardboard is first and foremost associated with moving and transporting heavy goods, it is now possible to create light and functional packaging structures that greatly extend its field of application.

The forest constitutes one of the most beautiful and great wealth of Quebec, with a forest cover representing 2.3% of the world's forest

Sustainability is increasingly a priority for consumers, this trend demands to develop new recyclable or compostable packaging. In addition, from an environmental perspective, paper is an excellent substitute for plastic packaging, but some challenges remain.

In the current context, where the future of many mills is uncertain, innovation is essential to develop products in demand.  These mills will require modifications of different scales, which will involve significant costs.