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Woodworking Professionals Count on KCMA’s Severe Use Specifications for Cabinet Building
The Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association’s (KCMA) Severe Use Specifications offer professionals in the woodworking industry a sense of assurance that the cabinets they produce are built to endure demanding conditions.
Mass Timber Used in British Columbia’s Airport Museum
British Columbia’s Kelowna International Airport’s (YLW) Kelowna Flightcraft (KF) Centre for Excellence was designed using mass timber for its roofing, flooring, and staircase.
CEBA Loans Must Be Repaid by Small Businesses Before End of Year
Canadian small businesses are facing a deadline to repay their Canadian Emergency Business Account (CEBA) loan before the end of the year.
Canadian SMEs Facing Barriers When Going Green
Canadian small business owners have been doing their part to actively ensure their business operations are environmentally friendly.
Artopex Named One of Canada’s Best Managed Manufacturers for 16th Year
Granby’s family-owned manufacturer, Artopex, has been named one of Canada’s “Best Managed Companies” for its 16th year in a row.
Leaders in Laboratory Casework, CiF Lab Solutions
What do classrooms, industrial facilities, and hospitals all have in common? They each utilize casework solutions.
Saskatchewan Donates Nearly Two Million to Skilled Trades Programs
The province of Saskatchewan is making urgent efforts to support projects in the skilled trades sector by providing nearly two million dollars in funding.
American Manufacturer, GMS Inc. Acquires Vancouver’s Home Lumber and Building Supplies
GMS Inc., a leading North American manufacturer of commercial and residential construction products completed their acquisition of the Vancouver-based lumber supplier, Home Lumber and Building Supplies.
Québec’s Damabois Purchases Oldest Family-Run American Pallet Manufacturer
Saint-Damase, Québec pallet manufacturer, Damabois secured their acquisition of Fort Edward, New York’s Pallets Inc.
The Return of Traditional Trim to Modern Home Design
Dating back to several thousand years ago, traditional trim derives from Greek and Roman architecture.
Merger Announcement: TRS Components and Terra Nova Truss
Two Ontario manufacturers, TRS Components and Terra Nova Truss (TNT) have joined forces in a merger of equals which was closed in April.
Former Hockey Star Immersed in All Things Wood
Vaughan, Ontario’s Mike Liambas once dedicated his time and passion entirely to playing hockey in the NHL and AHL for the Nashville Predators and Anaheim Ducks.
Mogens Smed, Innovator of Digital Components Construction
Calgary entrepreneur and business innovator, Mogens Smed, is no stranger to the construction industry.
Foreign Workers Starting Anew with Foliot Furniture
The labour shortage is a concerning matter and continues to impact several industries across the country, including the furniture business.
RedBuilt, Engineered Wood Manufacturer, Expanding Presence in Canada
Industry leader in engineered wood manufacturing, RedBuilt, is expanding its presence in Canada through plant growth, the hiring of Canadian sales agents, and code approvals.
Production Halted at South Shore Furniture Plant Leads to 39 Layoffs
At the end of April, the Coaticook South Shore Furniture plant halted production to concentrate on development of their products and become a distribution centre for their customers.
Arbec Forest Products Inc., To Purchase Québec Mill, Forex OSB
Arbec Forest Products, a leading manufacturer of OSB panels in Canada and Northeastern America, announced their acquisition of fellow Québec-based company, Forex OSB mill.
Wickham, Québec Hardwood Flooring Manufacturer, Adds Minority Shareholders
Québec’s Wickham Hardwood Flooring recently announced the approval of the addition of minority shareholders to their business.