West Fraser Timber
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West Fraser Timber earns US$35 million in first quarterWest Fraser Timber Co. says it earned US$35 million in its first quarter, up from a loss of US$42 million a year earlier.EconomyApr 24
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Alberta pulp mill workers face layoffs because of issues caused by B.C. flooding: companyA major Canadian forestry firm says this fall's flooding and mudslides in B.C. have impacted its operations and are resulting in layoffs at an Alberta pulp mill.EconomyDec 2, 2021
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Environmental groups worry about logging in Alberta caribou habitatEnvironmental groups say West Fraser Timber has been directed to clear cut blocks next to a park in northwest Alberta that contains trees older than 100 years old.CanadaSep 2, 2021
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Mountain pine beetles from Jasper National Park moving east into commercial forestThe mountain pine beetle outbreak which has killed thousands of trees in Jasper National Park is moving east into Alberta's commercial forests, and researchers blame Parks staff for not doing enough to stop the spread.EnvironmentNov 17, 2017
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Softwood lumber agreement with U.S. expected to expire in OctoberCanada's lumber producers say they expect the softwood lumber agreement with the United States will be allowed to expire in October.Apr 24, 2015
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Canadian forestry producers see demand growingThere's no sign that China's appetite for lumber is waning despite its somewhat slower economic growth, according a top executive of West Fraser Timber who sees demand remaining strong not only for his company but for other producers as well.CanadaOct 27, 2013
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