Upper Canada : Warren Spitz reçoit un honneur de l’UBC au sein de la promotion 2026 L’Université de la Colombie-Britannique (UBC) décernera neuf diplômes honorifiques ce printemps, et l’entrepreneur canadien Warren Spitz, chef d'entreprise lié à Upper Canada, figure parmi les…

Le dirigeant d’Upper Canada Warren Spitz a été honoré au sein de la promotion 2026 de l’UBC, soulignant son influence en leadership et en innovation. Une reconnaissance qui reflète la solidité du secteur manufacturier canadien.

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Upper Canada Business Leader Warren Spitz Earns UBC Honour in 2026 Class The University of British Columbia will confer nine honorary degrees this spring, with Canadian entrepreneur and Upper Canada-linked business leader Warren Spitz among those recognized for national…

Upper Canada business leader Warren Spitz has been recognized in UBC’s 2026 honours class, highlighting his impact on industry leadership and innovation. A notable moment that reflects the strength of Canada’s manufacturing sector.

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WMCO is bringing AI into focus for wood manufacturers with an upcoming webinar exploring real-world applications, efficiency gains, and what shops need to know now. A timely look at how AI could reshape operations and decision-making.

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UCS Forest Group Promotes Eric Larson and Jeff Floyd to COO Roles at Sierra Forest Products and Upper Canada Forest Products UCS Forest Group has promoted Eric Larson and Jeff Floyd to Chief Operating Officer roles at Sierra Forest Products and Upper Canada Forest Products respectively, a move designed to strengthen…

Eric Larson and Jeff Floyd have been promoted to COO roles at Sierra Forest Products and Upper Canada Forest Products, strengthening the leadership bench at UCS Forest Group as the company continues to grow its distribution network.

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UCS Forest Group Promotes Eric Larson and Jeff Floyd to COO Roles at Sierra Forest Products and Upper Canada Forest Products UCS Forest Group has promoted Eric Larson and Jeff Floyd to Chief Operating Officer roles at Sierra Forest Products and Upper Canada Forest Products respectively, a move designed to strengthen…

Eric Larson and Jeff Floyd step into COO roles at Sierra Forest Products and Upper Canada Forest Products as UCS Forest Group strengthens leadership across its distribution network. What could the move signal for customers and suppliers?
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WEINIG Canada appoints Marc Forbes and Mace Yenicare as Regional Account Managers, strengthening its customer-facing team across key territories. The move signals deeper technical support and sales coverage for Canadian manufacturers.

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Lynden Door and Alliance Door are expanding their Canadian footprint with a new Ontario facility and a Yarrow upgrade. The move boosts capacity, shortens lead times and strengthens domestic supply for distributors and builders.

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Richelieu franchit un cap en acquisitions: 10 transactions ajoutent 100 M$ de ventes annuelles et le T4 s’améliore, montrant comment la consolidation transforme la distribution.
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Richelieu hits an acquisition milestone: 10 deals add $100M in annual sales, with improved Q4 results, underscoring how consolidation is reshaping distribution and supply.
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Weston Forest names Mike Loizides Vice President of Sales for Canada, a move that signals where the company is placing its growth focus in the market.
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Weston Forest nomme Mike Loizides vice-président des ventes pour le Canada, un signal clair sur les priorités de croissance de l’entreprise sur le marché.
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Metrie célèbre un siècle d’activité Fondée à Vancouver en 1926, Metrie est restée la propriété de la famille Sauder pendant quatre générations. Selon l'entreprise, sa longévité est moins due à ses actifs ou à sa taille qu'à ses…

Metrie célèbre ses 100 ans en 2026—toujours une entreprise privée et familiale de la famille Sauder (fondée à Vancouver en 1926). Leigh Sauder, le PDG Kent Bowie et Will Wright mettent l’accent sur les gens, les valeurs et le long terme.

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Metrie Celebrates a Century in Business, Highlighting Family Ownership and Shared Success Founded in Vancouver in 1926, Metrie has remained under the ownership of the Sauder family for four generations. The company says its longevity has been driven less by assets or scale and more by…

Metrie turns 100 in 2026—still privately held and family-owned by the Sauder family since 1926. Leigh Sauder and CEO Kent Bowie reflect on a people-first legacy as Metrie runs 7 plants and 26 distribution centres across Canada & the U.S.

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Le WMCO organise une visite guidée de l’usine Tayco à Etobicoke L'événement se déroulera de 9 h 45 à 13 h dans l'usine de fabrication entièrement intégrée de Tayco, située au 400 Norris Glen Road à Etobicoke. Un déjeuner de réseautage aura lieu de 12 h à 13 h. La…

Le WMCO organise une visite de l’usine Tayco à Etobicoke le 29 janv. : un aperçu concret de la fabrication intégrée, des technologies de pointe et de la production allégée pour concilier volume, personnalisation et contrôle qualité.

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WMCO to Host Plant Tour Focus Group at Tayco Manufacturing Facility in Etobicoke The event will run from 9:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Tayco’s fully integrated manufacturing facility at 400 Norris Glen Road in Etobicoke. A networking lunch will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.…

WMCO is heading to Tayco’s Etobicoke plant for a Jan. 29 Plant Tour + Focus Group—see how the Canadian office-furniture maker blends advanced tech, lean manufacturing, and dedicated zones to scale customization and quality.

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Channel Partner Guide: How to Sell Thermo-Treated Wood in Premium Middle East Markets

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Wood Industry Winter 2025 is out! Winter is when Canadian shops get serious. Projects are in full swing, margins are tight, and every decision — from scheduling to quoting — can mean the difference between control and chaos. In this…

Winter 2025 Issue of Wood Industry is here! Dive into shop systems that boost discipline and profits with features on Westwood Cabinetry’s process flow, Amber Millwork’s custom tools, and expert insights on scheduling and lean execution for Canadian wood manufacturers.

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Public Canadian Secondary Wood Manufacturers Report Divergent Q3 Results A summary of Q3 reports from publically traded secondary wood manufacturing firms

Public, Canadian secondary wood manufacturers are sending mixed signals in Q3. DIRTT Environmental Solutions, Goodfellow Inc. and Dorel Industries (Dorel Juvenile & Dorel Home) all reported very different results as tariffs, restructuring and market uncertainty reshape the landscape.

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CKCA Launches Advocacy Toolkit to Combat U.S. Tariffs and Boost “Buy Canadian” Cabinetry Policy The Canadian Kitchen Cabinet Association (CKCA) has issued a national call to action with the release of its CKCA Advocacy Toolkit, urging members to engage directly with policymakers as the industry…

U.S. tariffs hitting Canadian kitchen-cabinet exports? The CKCA says “we’ve had enough.” Their advocacy toolkit arms Canadian manufacturers to lobby for fair treatment and domestic procurement policy.

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Wood Industry exhibiting at WMS 2025, booth 1033 Wood Industry will exhibit at WMS 2025 at the Toronto Congress Centre, November 12–14, at booth 1033. The team will be covering the show—products on the floor, convention updates, and education…

Wood Industry will exhibit at WMS 2025 at the Toronto Congress Centre, November 12–14, at booth 1033. The team will be covering the show—products on the floor, convention updates, and education seminars—for readers across Canada.

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Smarter Wood Processing: The Role of FEA

A #reviewarticle on the research progress of finite element technology in #woodprocessing.

Finite Element Analysis is transforming the #woodindustry by improving material insights & process simulations.

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Josh Ware rejoint Uniboard pour l’Ontario et dans l’Ouest canadien Uniboard a nommé Josh Ware au poste de directeur national des ventes pour l'Ontario et l'Ouest canadien, renforçant ainsi son équipe de direction alors qu'elle continue d'étendre sa présence sur les…

Uniboard a nommé Josh Ware au poste de directeur national des ventes pour l’Ontario et l’Ouest canadien, renforçant ainsi son équipe de direction alors qu’elle continue d’étendre sa présence sur les marchés clés du pays. #WoodIndustry #Woodworking

Josh Ware Joins Uniboard to Lead Sales Growth Across Ontario and Western Canada Uniboard has appointed Josh Ware as National Sales Manager for Ontario and Western Canada, strengthening its leadership team as it continues to expand market presence in key regions across the…

Uniboard has appointed as National Sales Manager for Ontario and Western Canada, strengthening its leadership team as it continues to expand market presence in key regions across the country. #Woodworking #WoodIndustry

L’Ontario investit dans l’automatisation chez Diamond CNC et DSI Industries Le gouvernement de l'Ontario investit plus de 3,5 millions de dollars pour soutenir deux entreprises en pleine croissance dans le secteur de la transformation secondaire du bois de la province, dans…

Diamond CNC, un fabricant d’armoires de cuisine basé à Nanticoke, reçoit plus d’un million de dollars pour installer des systèmes robotiques qui automatisent la manutention des matériaux. #WoodIndustry #Woodworking

Formica Launches 2026 Design Challenge for Architecture and Design Students Formica Corporation has opened submissions for the 2026 edition of its FORM Student Innovation Competition, inviting architecture and design students to submit original furniture designs that explore…

Formica Corporation has opened submissions for the 2026 edition of its FORM Student Innovation Competition, inviting architecture and design students to submit original furniture designs that explore the theme of “mood-boosting design.”
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Du plancher d’atelier à la stratégie : Ce que nous avons retenu du CKCA Kelowna 2025 L’événement national de la CKCA à Kelowna a réuni fabricants d’armoires, fournisseurs et leaders associatifs pendant trois jours de visites d’usines, de séances éducatives structurées et d’échanges…

L’événement national de la CKCA à Kelowna a réuni fabricants d’armoires, fournisseurs et leaders associatifs pendant trois jours de visites d’usines, de séances éducatives structurées et d’échanges entre pairs. #Woodworking #WoodIndustry

From Shop Floor to Strategy: What We Learned at CKCA Kelowna 2025 The CKCA National Event in Kelowna gathered cabinet manufacturers, suppliers, and association leaders for three days of plant tours, structured education, and peer exchange. The program combined…

The CKCA National Event in Kelowna gathered cabinet manufacturers, suppliers, and association leaders for three days of plant tours, structured education, and peer exchange.
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Sames Canada devient une filiale indépendante À compter du 1er octobre 2025, Sames North America a annoncé la transition officielle de ses activités canadiennes vers une nouvelle filiale indépendante, désormais exploitée sous le nom de Sames…

À compter du 1er octobre 2025, Sames North America a annoncé la transition officielle de ses activités canadiennes vers une nouvelle filiale indépendante, désormais exploitée sous le nom de Sames Canada Industrial Ltd. #Woodworking #WoodIndustry

Sames Canada Becomes Independent Subsidiary Effective October 1, 2025, Sames North America has announced the official transition of its Canadian operations into a newly independent subsidiary, now operating under the name Sames Canada…

Effective October 1, 2025, Sames North America has announced the official transition of its Canadian operations into a newly independent subsidiary, now operating under the name Sames Canada Industrial Ltd. #WoodIndustry #Woodworking

L’Alberta lance une incitation à l’embauche de 8 M$ pour soutenir 2 500 jeunes travailleurs Le gouvernement de l’Alberta investit 8 millions de dollars pour aider 2 500 jeunes Albertains, âgés de 15 à 24 ans, à acquérir une expérience professionnelle significative grâce à la nouvelle…

Le gouvernement de l’Alberta investit 8 millions de dollars pour aider 2 500 jeunes Albertains, âgés de 15 à 24 ans, à acquérir une expérience professionnelle significative grâce à la nouvelle Incitation à l’emploi des jeunes de l’Alberta. #Woodworking #WoodIndustry