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Trade Probe Launched Into Imported Cabinetry and Wood Products as Industry Pressures Grow
The federal government has formally launched a safeguard inquiry into imports of certain wood products, directing the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) to assess their impact on domestic manufacturers. The investigation targets…
CKCA Backs Federal Safeguard Probe, Urges Immediate Tariffs to Protect Cabinet Industry
The Canadian Kitchen Cabinet Association (CKCA) is calling for immediate government intervention following Ottawa’s decision to launch a safeguard inquiry into imported wood products, warning that delays in action could accelerate industry…
Mirax Group Revives Errington Mill, Expands Coastal Cedar Operations
Mirax Group has acquired the former Errington Cedar Sawmill in Errington, British Columbia, marking a significant expansion of its coastal forestry operations and signaling the planned restart of a facility that had faced closure in recent…
Mako Wood Furniture and Good Way Homes Receive B.C. Funding to Expand Manufacturing
The Government of British Columbia is allocating a portion of $6.75 million in funding to support expansion projects in wood-related manufacturing, including furniture production and prefabricated housing, as part of efforts to strengthen…
Expo Design and Québec Furniture Manufacturers’ Association (AFMQ) Unite to Strengthen Québec’s…
Produced by Design Spec Rep (DSR), Expo Design has become the most highly anticipated event for architects, designers, distributors, woodworkers, and other relevant industry professionals. The addition of Québec furniture manufacturers…
CBSA Launches Dumping and Subsidy Investigations into Plywood Imports from China
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has initiated formal investigations into the alleged dumping and subsidizing of decorative and other non-structural plywood imported from China, following a complaint from domestic industry…
Wood Design Awards 2026 Launches Call for Entries with Expanded Global Reach
The 2026 Wood Design and Building Awards program has officially opened its call for entries, inviting submissions from across North America and internationally to recognize excellence in wood-based architecture and construction. The program…
Atlas Engineered Products Secures $4M IFIT Funding for Robotic Truss Facility in Ontario
Atlas Engineered Products (AEP) has secured a non-repayable federal contribution of up to $4 million to support the development of its robotic roof truss manufacturing facility in Clinton, Ontario, as construction nears completion.
Shop Floor Profit Driver: WEB-CAB Showcases CUISICO Case Study in Upcoming Webinar
WEB-CAB will host a webinar on April 30, 2026, focused on helping cabinet manufacturers transform production operations into measurable profit centers. The session will highlight a real-world case study from CUISICO, a WEB-CAB customer that…
Richelieu Reports 5.0% Q1 Sales Growth, Driven by Acquisitions and U.S. Expansion
Richelieu Hardware reported first-quarter sales of $463.6 million for the period ended February 28, 2026, marking a 5.0% increase over the same period last year, supported by both acquisition activity and organic growth.
RAMS Industries Expands Benjamin Moore Edgebanding Program
RAMS Industries has expanded its Benjamin Moore color-matching edgebanding program, introducing a wider range of trend-driven finishes aligned with 2026 kitchen design preferences. The Arthur, Ontario-based distributor announced the…
Eastern Ontario Chair Maker Targets Europe as U.S. Market Volatility Persists
DFC Woodworks is expanding its market presence into Europe, launching a new direct-to-consumer platform and securing a Dutch distribution partner as ongoing U.S. trade uncertainty continues to impact Canadian manufacturers.
Chaulk Acquires All About Kitchens, Expanding Production Capacity and Regional Reach in Ontario
Chaulk has announced the acquisition of All About Kitchens, a long-established cabinetry and kitchen design firm, in a move that significantly expands its production capacity and regional presence across Ontario. The deal marks a key growth…
WMCO to Host AI Webinar for Wood Manufacturers
Scheduled for April 16, 2026, the virtual session will explore how AI is being integrated into manufacturing environments to improve production planning, enhance quality control and streamline administrative workflows. The event will take…
U.S. Lumber Coalition Talks Itself in Circles Again
The U.S. Lumber Coalition has issued yet another circular and increasingly predictable critique of how Canada chooses to support its own forestry sector.
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 impact in business, education and…
Ontario Apprenticeship Contest Winner Advances to 2026 AWMAC National Competition
AWMAC Ontario has recognized seven participants following the 2026 AWMAC Ontario Apprenticeship Contest, held Saturday at Conestoga College, with Bennet Winer taking first place and advancing to the national competition.
Alberta Invests in Hands-On Training Hub to Inspire Next Generation of Trades Workers
Set to open in Calgary in fall 2026, the centre will provide a dedicated space where students can explore construction-related trades in a work-like environment. The facility will feature “try-a-trade” bays and direct instruction from…