Canadian lumber hit by wave of curtailments and closures

Canada’s lumber sector is facing another difficult period as producers contend with tariffs, duties, trade disputes and a softer market, prompting a series of curtailments and permanent shutdowns across the country. In recent weeks several companies have announced temporary reductions or full closures, adding pressure to an industry already affected by weaker pricing and limited fibre availability. Domtar to close Crofton mill Domtar said it will permanently close operations at its Crofton, British Columbia, facility. The decision will cut the company’s annual output by around 380,000 air-dried metric tons of northern bleached softwood ...