Rubber and Wood
The cause of the fire was under investigation.
The sawmill was temporarily shut down in December 2025 after the U.S. pulled out of trade talks with Canada.
Management said the charge stems from a prolonged industry downturn that required revisions to assumptions used in the annual goodwill impairment test.
Capital expenditures are projected at $300 to $350 million, including projects for plant optimization and maintenance.
Sawmill production has remained largely flat for two years, despite an annual revision showing output 7.5% above 2017 levels and capacity peaking in late 2024, reports Truist.
In addition, the WPMA said it extends its deepest appreciation to Scott Ferland, president, Maine Woods Company, for his exemplary service as WPMA president.
The U.S. Trade Representative has been directed to continue negotiations and provide periodic updates on their progress.
Trump’s policy reinforces a broader theme of his presidency: economic nationalism with purpose.
Sawmill capacity, meanwhile, declined 1.2% from the first quarter of 2025 but remains well above earlier years, sitting 4.5% higher than in the second quarter of 2023.
The intent of the public member seat is to include a person with experience in architecture, engineering, construction, development, or other related sectors that would bring supply chain perspective to the Board.
Kap Paper announced in September it would shut down the mill, putting 300 people out of work.
In the previous two years, especially in 2024, lumber prices experienced declines as supply outpaced demand.
Fire crews put the robot to use Tuesday morning. KCFD responded at about 6:15 a.m. to a large fire where an outbuilding went up in flames. It housed stacks of lumber.
U.S. producers can and will compete with any foreign producer when a level playing field has been created by rigorous trade law enforcement.
Hodgson says the task force will work with lumber companies, provinces, Indigenous foresters, communities and labour groups.
The company expects its growth plan to generate roughly $1.5 billion in additional adjusted EBITDA by 2030 compared with a 2024 baseline.
Due to the two-month US government shutdown, there is a big delay in the usual monthly data releases.
Governments, businesses, and consumers are adopting regulations, incentives, and take-back programs to ensure responsible e-waste management.
The High Level mill has been part of West Fraser since its acquisition of the OSB line in 2021.
Domtar will continue to monitor market conditions and adjust its production plans accordingly.
The company had previously shut down its Dillard facility in Douglas County, when it decided to exit the hard plywood industry in September 2025.
European export patterns have shifted significantly.
Industry leaders argue that Canada’s continued subsidies will intensify the ongoing trade dispute and ultimately result in increased duty collections at the U.S. border.
The company emphasized that its power generation operations and competitive log cost structure continue to support business resilience.
On November 28, 2025, LBR was at $544.00 per 1,000 board feet, down 7.6% from a year ago.