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We’re happy to support students in their paths towards long-term, fulfilling careers in forestry. Throughout the year, s...
05/29/2026

We’re happy to support students in their paths towards long-term, fulfilling careers in forestry.

Throughout the year, students join us at our operations across coastal British Columbia to gain first-hand experience from our knowledgeable teams, with over half of the students returning for their second or third term in 2026.

Hayden Lockwood, for one, has joined us again for his third summer as a field planner at our forest operation near Gold River. Always going above and beyond to learn and support his teammates, Hayden exemplifies the tremendous promise that newcomers bring to the field of forestry.

Justin Lauzon, Senior Operations Field Planner, shared this about working alongside Hayden:

"We’re all extremely happy to have Hayden back. He always shows up early and ready for work, supporting the team in many ways. Proud to see his career take off and look forward to him returning next year as well.”

We're proud of our contributions to the construction of Pacific Sky School in San Diego, California, where nine truckloa...
05/27/2026

We're proud of our contributions to the construction of Pacific Sky School in San Diego, California, where nine truckloads of Alaska yellow cedar glulam were delivered with precision and care.

As a California Division of the State Architect (DSA)–inspected project, this build reflects the rigorous oversight required for public school construction, along with the coordination and craftsmanship needed to meet those standards in engineered wood.

Natural wood products, such as our high‑performance glulam beams and columns, deliver long‑term benefits that extend beyond architectural appeal and performance under changing weather conditions. They help create spaces that connect students to the natural environment while supporting reduced stress and improved productivity.

Architect: obrARCHITECTURE inc.
General Contractor: Erickson-Hall Construction Co.
Rough Carpentry: Core Contracting Inc.

(Photos by Core Contracting)

To learn more about our mass timber products, visit our website: westernforest.com/products/mass-timber

Western's Thermally Modified Hem-Fir Pilot Program is launching June 1st.We're inviting architects, builders, designers,...
05/26/2026

Western's Thermally Modified Hem-Fir Pilot Program is launching June 1st.

We're inviting architects, builders, designers, manufacturers, and millworkers to partner with us and help shape what comes next.

Follow us as we prepare for this exciting launch.

Western is proud to support the Western Red Cedar Lumber Association (Real Cedar) in their efforts to educate and train ...
05/22/2026

Western is proud to support the Western Red Cedar Lumber Association (Real Cedar) in their efforts to educate and train members and budding forestry professionals.

Last week, we took part in the annual WRCLA Cedar School event, delivering a presentation to participants and hosting student tours at our Duke Point Sawmill and Saanich Forestry Centre.

Tours and presentations like these are some of the ways Western continues to invest in the associations that support the growth of the forestry industry in B.C. and beyond, while furthering the education of those entering the industry.

We want to thank all the students for their keen interest in our work and facilities, as well as our talented Duke Point and Saanich team members for your warm welcome and insightful overviews of our operations.

We’re seeking experienced forestry professionals to join our team, with opportunities at our mills and in the field, as ...
05/22/2026

We’re seeking experienced forestry professionals to join our team, with opportunities at our mills and in the field, as well as in accounting and planning.

Roles are open in communities across Vancouver Island—including Campbell River, Port McNeill, Chemainus, Nanaimo and Woss—as well as at our headquarters in Vancouver.

To explore career opportunities at our British Columbia operations and apply, visit our website: https://www.westernforest.com/careers/

Last week, we were pleased to take part in the First Nations Forestry Council’s annual conference focused on collaborati...
05/20/2026

Last week, we were pleased to take part in the First Nations Forestry Council’s annual conference focused on collaboration and shared priorities in forestry.

Western returned as a sponsor, with Joanna Mullard, Director, Indigenous Partnerships, and Kindry Mercer, Indigenous Engagement Manager, representing our team and listening to First Nations leadership on approaches to strengthening partnerships, stewardship and long-term opportunities.

To learn more about how Western is working to build strong Indigenous partnerships, visit the Indigenous Peoples section of our website: https://www.westernforest.com/company/indigenous-peoples/

Extensive progress has been made in the construction of our second continuous dry kiln at our Value-Added Division in Ch...
05/19/2026

Extensive progress has been made in the construction of our second continuous dry kiln at our Value-Added Division in Chemainus.

All concrete pours have now been completed and the roof and wall panels installed, with electrical, fire protection and gas piping well underway as we continue investing in manufacturing capabilities that support consistent, high-quality lumber for our customers.

With walkway installation starting soon, the project is continuing to move steadily toward commissioning and startup, further strengthening our ability to deliver value-added products efficiently and consistently.

We look forward to sharing more details on the kiln construction as we approach completion this summer.

As part of our commitment to designing and producing beautiful wood products that are used around the world, Don McGrego...
05/15/2026

As part of our commitment to designing and producing beautiful wood products that are used around the world, Don McGregor (Vice President, Sales & Wholesale Supply) and Angela DeMarni (Sales Representative) recently toured sites across New Zealand and Australia.

Visiting some of our long-time customers, it was wonderful to see so much of our Clear Western Red Cedar being used in projects. During the trip, they visited the iconic Te Arai Links, with stunning villas, clubhouses, and other structures dotting the landscape of this extensive property.

Special thanks to ITI New Zealand, Modinex, BBS Timbers NZ, JSC and Timbeck Architectural for hosting us during this memorable journey.

Across Vancouver Island, our Timberlands and Health and Safety teams will be out promoting safe, responsible recreation ...
05/14/2026

Across Vancouver Island, our Timberlands and Health and Safety teams will be out promoting safe, responsible recreation during the busy summer recreation season.

On Friday, ahead of this long weekend, drivers may see roadside tents along resource roads, where team members will be sharing tips on safe, responsible recreation and road use.

This outreach during peak visitor times reflects Western's commitment to safety and supporting the communities where we work and live.

For more safety tips, please see our infosheet:https://www.westernforest.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Western_Staying-Safe-Resource-Roads-Infosheet.pdf

We recently hosted our customers from Boise Cascade at our operations across Vancouver Island, as a part of our Cedar Pa...
05/13/2026

We recently hosted our customers from Boise Cascade at our operations across Vancouver Island, as a part of our Cedar Partner Training Program.

From an introduction to our operations and insights into our forest stewardship practices to viewing our production processes firsthand, it provided an excellent opportunity to explore our full-cycle seed-to-market approach.

As a leading provider and distributor of wood products for residential and commercial construction across North America, we’d like to thank Davis Hawn and Boise Cascade for joining us.

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