In 2018, the human resources team at our Forest Products Mauricie sawmill in La Tuque (Quebec) launched its first successful initiative to recruit international workers, and since that time, 19 other Resolute operations in Quebec have launched global recruitment programs.
350 Cascades employees have chosen to drive electric
KINGSEY FALLS, QC, Nov. 30, 2022 - Five years ago, Cascades announced the launch of a unique and innovative transportation electrification program for its employees.
Mill workers ratify Interfor deal with 'solid gains', union says
Top trades pay to reach $48.90 per hour in the final year of five-year contract ratified this weekend
Government of Canada Contributes $4.7 Million to Cree Forestry Project
November 24, 2022 - Waswanipi, Quebec - In rural, remote and Indigenous communities across the country, the Canadian forest sector continues to play a significant role in maintaining and creating good jobs.
Mill workers union reaches tentative deal with Interfor
The union representing 100 workers at a mill in Sault Ste. Marie says it has reached a tentative agreement with its employer that will be sent to members for a ratification vote.
Resolute adds drones to its Ontario seeding and mapping techniques
The latest drones in Resolute’s Ontario woodland operations will help the company reduce its carbon footprint, and could even lead to faster forest regeneration after harvesting.
The Price of Paper
The Crofton pulp and paper mill—one of the biggest in Canada—occupies a sprawling site carved out of the coastal Douglas fir forests on the east side of Vancouver Island, British Columbia.
Domtar Celebrates 50 Years of Cougar® at Rothschild Mill
Domtar’s Cougar® paper brand has given life to creative ideas across North America for a half century. Featured in presidential holiday cards, the Kate Spade Brand Book and music festival posters, Cougar’s reputation for quality and consistency has set the brand apart.
The closing of a Maine paper mill has been delayed
JAY, Maine - Pixelle Specialty Solutions says it will keep its paper mill in Jay open a little longer than initially announced.
Unifor breaks off talks with Domtar in Dryden
Unifor is taking the next step down a path which could lead to labour action at the mill in Dryden.
America’s Paper Recycling Success Should Inspire Future Recycling Policy
America Recycles Day is an important reminder about the value of community recycling programs across the country and the role they play in our everyday lives. It’s also a call to action for American industry and policy leaders to do their part in our shared effort to create a more circular economy.
Chemical Recovery in the Alkaline Pulping Processes, Fourth Edition Now Available from TAPPI Press
ATLANTA (November 11, 2022) – Chemical Recovery in the Alkaline Pulping Processes, Fourth Edition reflects 30-plus years of advances made in technology and operating practices since the last publication.
Jackson paper mill lays off employees, idles production
The Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) paper mill in Jackson announced to its employees last week a layoff of virtually all of its 400-plus workers and a temporary idling of the mill.
Resolute raises over $300,000 for local charitable and community organizations
Throughout the month of September, Resolute hosted multiple supplier events in Quebec, where some 120 suppliers and other business partners helped raise over C$300,000 for community and charitable organizations located in the company’s Canadian operating regions.
Strengthening the Port System and Railway Safety in Canada Act: Minister of Transport introduces a new bill to make our supply chain stronger
November 17, 2022 - Ottawa, Ontario - Canadians have experienced supply chain challenges firsthand and the impacts that come with them, like the rising cost of everyday products.
Contract talks break down with Dryden Domtar staff
The union representing over 450 employees at Dryden’s Domtar say contract negotiations have hit an impasse and strike action is possible by early 2023.
Pratt Industries Commits to Investing $5 Billion in Recycling, Clean Energy Infrastructure and Manufacturing Jobs in the USA over the Next 10 Years
Pratt Industries executive chairman, Anthony Pratt, has pledged to invest $5 billion in U.S. recycling and clean energy infrastructure to create 5000 American manufacturing jobs over the next 10 years.
Sonoco Announces Agreement to Acquire Westrock’s Remaining Interest in Joint Venture: RTS Packaging
Expands Sustainable Fiber-based Consumer Portfolio
Kruger Products to shut down older production assets in Memphis
Plant will continue to produce TAD & facial tissue products
Pulp and Paper Products Lead the Way in Recycling
America is getting serious about recycling, and pulp and paper products are leading the way.
World BioEconomy Forum talks on bioeconomy – live from the UNFCC COP27!
The World BioEconomy Forum was invited to the UNFCC COP27 to take part in a bioeconomy panel organised by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO).
Forestry work in Estrie - Public Consultations on Wood Harvesting and Forestry Activities
SHERBROOKE, QC, Nov. 10, 2022 - The ministère des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts is inviting the public to express their views between November 10th and December 5th, 2022, on the forestry activities listed in the Estrie Operational Integrated Forest Management Plans (PAFIOs).