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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.

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…

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…

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…

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 …

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…

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…

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…

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…

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.

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 (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…

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, 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…

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.

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 Ltd. has unveiled its financial performance for the second quarter of 2023, shedding light on the repercussions of persistently low commodity prices.

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…