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It Takes a Village… Keeping it simple and focused
Handhills Cabinets & Millwork is a Hutterite community business based in Hanna, Alberta. We had the pleasure of meeting John and Ron Wipf when they attended the CKCA National Forum in Calgary in 2019.
WHY CONSIDER A PLANER SANDER?
Traditionally shops have a surface planer and/or wide belt sander to calibrate and prepare their products for finishing. Understanding the differences between a planer and a sander and how efficiently using a planer sander can benefit your…
Arviat’s Groundbreaking Modular Home Factory: Building Houses and Opportunities in Nunavut
In a significant development for the Kivalliq region of Nunavut, work has commenced on a state-of-the-art modular home factory in Arviat, with a project cost of $50 million. Led by Sakku Investments Corp., the business arm of the Kivalliq…
Raise a Glass: At-home Bar Continues to Make a Comeback
The pandemic years changed people’s views of their homes. Forced to work remotely due to government-mandated lockdowns, homeowners redesigned their spaces to fulfill this need, harkening the rise of the home office – a trend that’s had…
Small Business Owners Losing Faith in Ability to Succeed
The number of small businesses in Canada that are reporting low domestic demand is dampening their growth has reached 40 per cent — an all-time high post-pandemic. This is according to the latest business barometer report by the …
Innovate, Create, Inspire: The 2023 Wood Design Show
In an era where the design landscape is constantly evolving, professionals in the woodworking industry must remain vigilant, adaptive, and forward-thinking. It is imperative to not only stay attuned to the latest trends and technologies but…
West Fraser Timber to Acquire Spray Lake Sawmills
In a significant development for the secondary wood manufacturing industry, West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. (TSX and NYSE: WFG) has announced its acquisition of Spray Lake Sawmills in Cochrane, Alberta. The deal, valued at CDN$140 million, is…
Top 10 Social Media Content Marketing Ideas
As of 2023, 94% of Canadian small businesses post on social media at least monthly, while 79% post at least weekly. A well-planned roster of digital content can significantly enhance the public face of your business. Of course, this is…
Ontario Funds $1.8 Million Expansion at Niagara Pallet
The Government of Ontario has committed a significant investment of $1.8 million to fuel the expansion of Niagara Pallet, a key player in the forest sector. The announcement, made on August 24, 2023, entails a strategic move to empower…
Akhurst Unifies Omnitech CNC Router Brand Under Anderson
For over 20 years Omnitech CNC routers have been sold across Canada. Omnitech was a sub-brand of Anderson Industrial Company which also manufactures their own Anderson branded CNC routers.
Canadian Winners at the AWFS Fresh Wood Competition
This year’s AWFS Fresh wood competition showcased the best in student woodworking. So of course, there were Canadians among the awards winners who everyone should keep their eyes on. They all have bright futures in the Wood Industry.
Atlas Engineered Products Expands with New Brunswick Manufacturer Acquisition
Atlas Engineered Products (AEP), a prominent player in Canada's truss and engineered products industry, has successfully acquired Léon Chouinard et Fils Co. Ltd./Ltée. (LCF), a respected manufacturer of roof trusses, floor systems, and wall…
ChopValue and McDonald’s Collaborate for Sustainable Dining Experience
North America imports 40 to 50 billion pairs of chopsticks each year. Typically crafted from bamboo and primarily sourced from China, this massive influx of chopsticks has a considerable carbon footprint due to overseas transportation.…
Metrie Announces New State-of-the-Art Mill in Toronto
Metrie, North America's largest manufacturer and distributor of millwork solutions, is making waves with its latest announcement: the establishment of a cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Woodbridge, Ontario. The new mill, slated to be…
Mass Timber Affordable Housing Builds a Shining Example of Advantages of Wood Design, Construction
Housing affordability has become a pressing issue across the country. High housing costs are limiting people’s buying power and, what’s more, exacerbating homelessness rates.
Escaping the trap: Ransomware, what it is and how to prevent it
It is a Tuesday morning as you walk into the office to find your entire system has been compromised. Files corrupted, machines down and a concise message on how you can retrieve your data by submitting a payment to some random address – you…
Taiga Building Products Grapples with Low Commodity Prices, Reflecting in Q2 Financials
Taiga Building Products Ltd. has unveiled its financial performance for the second quarter of 2023, shedding light on the repercussions of persistently low commodity prices.
IKEA Canada Unveils Highly-Anticipated Scarborough Store
The long-awaited moment for IKEA enthusiasts in Canada is drawing near, as the furniture giant prepares to open its doors to the public on August 23rd for the grand opening of the IKEA Scarborough Town Centre store. The celebration will…