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We represent the Canadian wood products industry through a national federation of associations. The Canadian Wood Council provides technical and knowledge transfer services relating to Building Codes, Standards and Regulations. More >
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Strong
Sophisticated
Sustainable
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Strong
Sophisticated
Sustainable
WHAT’S NEW?
Submissions now being accepted for Catherine Lalonde Memorial Scholarship
The 2019 competition is now open for submissions (deadline October 24). For more information on the application, please visit: 2019 Catherine Lalonde Memorial Scholarships.
Green Construction for Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Administrative Office
A new 4-storey administrative office building slated for the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is one of the winning proposals that will receive funding under the Green Construction through Wood (GCWood) Program. Read the press release
Next Generation of Designers and Builders Learning Innovative Wood Construction
Investing in Canada’s forest sector is an investment in the future. That is why Canada supports wood innovation, including educating the next generation of Canadian engineers and architects on the benefits of designing and building with wood. Read the press release.
Ontario Investing Almost $5 Million in Mass Timber Innovation
Ontario’s first cross laminated timber plant will create jobs and support the forestry sector. Learn more.
Canada’s forest sector is diversifying its workforce by recruiting, training and promoting women, Indigenous peoples and new Canadians. Learn more about our Indigenous Forestry initiative: https://t.co/wNY5C68A8e
It took 3.5 years, but I finally visited my first I-joist mill @EACOMTimberCo @CitySSM. Engineered wood products for floor and roof framing. Shelter providing, carbon storing, job creating — and from renewable Northern Ontario forests. Thanks @leducchr & Toby for the tour.
Hillside Mall in Victoria, BC renovated using #glulam. Shoppers rejoiced and now have an open and inviting space.
Un nouveau siège social vert en #bois qui, en plus de sa fonction de bureaux, servira à l’avancement de l’élaboration du modèle en matière de bâtiments à #carbone zéro. #wood #Toronto @wood_works #headquarters
https://t.co/PdV8wze8VE
Like in other parts of the world, we are seeing an increasing number of taller wood buildings across North America, signaling a new generation of architectural design and construction practices.
Taller Wood | Think Wood
About Taller Wood Like in other parts of the world, we are seeing an increasing number of taller wood buildings across North America, signalling a new...
bit.ly
Check out our piece on the @calgarylibrary by visiting: #wood #design #architecture https://t.co/NWONVLpqfA
Calgary Central Library - Wood Design & Building
Wood takes center stage in this dramatic new monument for books Calgary, AB One of Architectural Digest’s 12 most anticipated buildings of 2018,...
bit.ly
Why is timber the most sustainable construction material? According to @TimberTradeFed, if we built 200,000 houses with timber, we would store around 4 million tonnes of CO2 every year! Does that answer your question? #ItTakesAForest to build for tomorrow.
https://t.co/mojFLZ2Xie
Our team toured @WesternArchrib yesterday and witnessed the manufacturing & fabrication process of custom designed #glulam #cnc structural wood systems. #masstimber #timberbuildings
Just Incredible. 68 years of family biz #yeg #custom #yegdesign #Edmonton #Alberta #customtimber
The boreal forest is thriving. 100% of harvested areas in Canada are regenerated – it’s the law. https://t.co/CMgadjekhN
#AOAproject anniversary. Klemtu Ferry Terminal was completed this week in 2011. The terminal was developed in consultation with the #Kitasoo/Xai’xais Nation to reflect the art and culture of the people. See more of this award winning project here > https://t.co/KeXQRgL0x2
Wood products industry applauds NRCan's $2.5M GCWood funding announcement in support of wood education. The initiative will equip future engineers, architects, and builders to design and build modern #wood structures with many positive results. READ MORE:
Federal government puts $2.5 million toward wood construction education - constructconnect.com
OTTAWA, ON. – The Government of Canada is looking to fund the next generation of engineers and architects looking to design and build with wood. Fed...
bit.ly
Le Vivoir, un magnifique édifice en #bois de Saint-Jean-Port-Joli entièrement reconstruit qui rend justice aux #artistes #québécois. #wood #art
https://t.co/BEnlXhri0A
#Woodrise2019 is coming: Sept 30 - Oct 4! Have you registered? Be part of this important #international congress in #Québec City on mid- and high-rise wood buildings. Visit the conference website for more information https://t.co/HHTYyN49aI @CdnWoodFacts @FPInnovations @cecobois
It might be a biological sense of loving the natural, or a learned and societal taste, but whatever the reason, wood looks good.
Why Wood is Aesthetically Pleasing, Wooden Building Construction
Why do wood building structures look great? Find out what makes wood stand out as an aesthetically pleasing construction material.
bit.ly
Wood has a long lifespan, as long as it has been well maintained and protected against moisture damage and insects such as carpenter ants.
Wood Building Construction | Seagate Structures
Wood is becoming a popular choice for large building projects. Find out why wood is more durable and a great choice. SEAGATE Structures is a BC leader...
bit.ly
Thousands of stakeholders who live in and depend upon the boreal forest have urged anti-forestry activists to halt their attacks on responsible forestry practices, only to be ignored. https://t.co/CMgadjekhN
What if parts of your #deck are showing more wear than others? Read #Sansin's (@HealthyWood) case study for #pro #tips on what to do. #Maintenance #HealthyWood #Wood
How the @CityofSurrey is taking a wood-first approach to new buildings, and why it's working.
https://t.co/k9QdJU7L4H
From 105 AD to today to life on Mars - paper and wood products will always be an essential part of life.
The Arbour featured as one of 5 new education venues that communities benefit from | via @MT_editorial
Five communities benefit from new education venues
www.worldarchitecturenews.com
WHAT’S NEW?
Submissions now being accepted for Catherine Lalonde Memorial Scholarship
The 2019 competition is now open for submissions (deadline October 24). For more information on the application, please visit: 2019 Catherine Lalonde Memorial Scholarships.
Green Construction for Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Administrative Office
A new 4-storey administrative office building slated for the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is one of the winning proposals that will receive funding under the Green Construction through Wood (GCWood) Program. Read the press release
Next Generation of Designers and Builders Learning Innovative Wood Construction
Investing in Canada’s forest sector is an investment in the future. That is why Canada supports wood innovation, including educating the next generation of Canadian engineers and architects on the benefits of designing and building with wood. Read the press release.
Ontario Investing Almost $5 Million in Mass Timber Innovation
Ontario’s first cross laminated timber plant will create jobs and support the forestry sector. Learn more.
Canada’s forest sector is diversifying its workforce by recruiting, training and promoting women, Indigenous peoples and new Canadians. Learn more about our Indigenous Forestry initiative: https://t.co/wNY5C68A8e
It took 3.5 years, but I finally visited my first I-joist mill @EACOMTimberCo @CitySSM. Engineered wood products for floor and roof framing. Shelter providing, carbon storing, job creating — and from renewable Northern Ontario forests. Thanks @leducchr & Toby for the tour.
Hillside Mall in Victoria, BC renovated using #glulam. Shoppers rejoiced and now have an open and inviting space.
Un nouveau siège social vert en #bois qui, en plus de sa fonction de bureaux, servira à l’avancement de l’élaboration du modèle en matière de bâtiments à #carbone zéro. #wood #Toronto @wood_works #headquarters
https://t.co/PdV8wze8VE
Like in other parts of the world, we are seeing an increasing number of taller wood buildings across North America, signaling a new generation of architectural design and construction practices.
Taller Wood | Think Wood
About Taller Wood Like in other parts of the world, we are seeing an increasing number of taller wood buildings across North America, signalling a new...
bit.ly
Check out our piece on the @calgarylibrary by visiting: #wood #design #architecture https://t.co/NWONVLpqfA
Calgary Central Library - Wood Design & Building
Wood takes center stage in this dramatic new monument for books Calgary, AB One of Architectural Digest’s 12 most anticipated buildings of 2018,...
bit.ly
Why is timber the most sustainable construction material? According to @TimberTradeFed, if we built 200,000 houses with timber, we would store around 4 million tonnes of CO2 every year! Does that answer your question? #ItTakesAForest to build for tomorrow.
https://t.co/mojFLZ2Xie
Our team toured @WesternArchrib yesterday and witnessed the manufacturing & fabrication process of custom designed #glulam #cnc structural wood systems. #masstimber #timberbuildings
Just Incredible. 68 years of family biz #yeg #custom #yegdesign #Edmonton #Alberta #customtimber
The boreal forest is thriving. 100% of harvested areas in Canada are regenerated – it’s the law. https://t.co/CMgadjekhN
#AOAproject anniversary. Klemtu Ferry Terminal was completed this week in 2011. The terminal was developed in consultation with the #Kitasoo/Xai’xais Nation to reflect the art and culture of the people. See more of this award winning project here > https://t.co/KeXQRgL0x2
Wood products industry applauds NRCan's $2.5M GCWood funding announcement in support of wood education. The initiative will equip future engineers, architects, and builders to design and build modern #wood structures with many positive results. READ MORE:
Federal government puts $2.5 million toward wood construction education - constructconnect.com
OTTAWA, ON. – The Government of Canada is looking to fund the next generation of engineers and architects looking to design and build with wood. Fed...
bit.ly
Le Vivoir, un magnifique édifice en #bois de Saint-Jean-Port-Joli entièrement reconstruit qui rend justice aux #artistes #québécois. #wood #art
https://t.co/BEnlXhri0A
#Woodrise2019 is coming: Sept 30 - Oct 4! Have you registered? Be part of this important #international congress in #Québec City on mid- and high-rise wood buildings. Visit the conference website for more information https://t.co/HHTYyN49aI @CdnWoodFacts @FPInnovations @cecobois
It might be a biological sense of loving the natural, or a learned and societal taste, but whatever the reason, wood looks good.
Why Wood is Aesthetically Pleasing, Wooden Building Construction
Why do wood building structures look great? Find out what makes wood stand out as an aesthetically pleasing construction material.
bit.ly
Wood has a long lifespan, as long as it has been well maintained and protected against moisture damage and insects such as carpenter ants.
Wood Building Construction | Seagate Structures
Wood is becoming a popular choice for large building projects. Find out why wood is more durable and a great choice. SEAGATE Structures is a BC leader...
bit.ly
Thousands of stakeholders who live in and depend upon the boreal forest have urged anti-forestry activists to halt their attacks on responsible forestry practices, only to be ignored. https://t.co/CMgadjekhN
What if parts of your #deck are showing more wear than others? Read #Sansin's (@HealthyWood) case study for #pro #tips on what to do. #Maintenance #HealthyWood #Wood
How the @CityofSurrey is taking a wood-first approach to new buildings, and why it's working.
https://t.co/k9QdJU7L4H
From 105 AD to today to life on Mars - paper and wood products will always be an essential part of life.
The Arbour featured as one of 5 new education venues that communities benefit from | via @MT_editorial
Five communities benefit from new education venues
www.worldarchitecturenews.com