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Technical & Educational Resource Hub for Wood Construction
Easy guides, helpful tools, and all the support you need to build with wood. Discover the latest codes, standards, and innovative ideas for building better, safer, and stronger projects. Find resources that make every step easier and more efficient.
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OTTAWA, ON, 1 APR 2025 – The Canadian Wood Council (CWC) is pleased to announce
“Our vision for the Council is to be passionate, credible,
Agents of change leading and advancing a sustainable wood culture in Canada.
Since our inception in 1959, we have been at the forefront of the industry ensuring building codes and standards not only keep pace with the new wood products and systems being developed, but also reflect the technological advancements taking place in the design and engineering arenas.”
Rick Jeffery
President and CEO
FEATURED EVENT
WoodRise 2025
- Sept 22-25, 2025
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pm PST
- Oct 21-25, 2024
- 8:00 am - 6:00 pm EST
- Toronto, ON
- Vancouver, BC
Building Smarter with Wood
Woodrise 2025 brings global experts together to advance mass timber construction through networking, innovation, and sustainability in Vancouver.
Upcoming Events
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Stay informed about industry-leading events, workshops, webinars and more designed to keep you at the forefront of wood construction innovation.
- April 30, 2025
Calgary – Simpson Strong-Tie Workshop
- Join us April 30 in Calgary for a half-day workshop covering fasteners, shearwalls, and updates in wood construction design.
- April 30, 2025
- 5940 Blackfoot Trl SE, Calgary, AB T2H 2B5, Canada
- April 29, 2025
Edmonton – Simpson Strong-Tie Workshop
- Explore the latest in structural connectors and wood connection design at this half-day workshop in Edmonton on April 29.
- April 29, 2025
- 10011 184 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB T5S 0C7, Canada
- May 14, 2025
Webinar: Design and Construction of Permanent Wood Foundations
- Design and build to CSA S406-16 with this webinar on Permanent Wood Foundations and key construction details.
- May 14, 2025
- April 15, 2025
Webinar: Harnessing Prefabrication: How to Navigate the Design and Construction Process
- This session will explore how to evaluate and integrate different levels of prefabrication based on project goals, site conditions, and logistical constraints.
- April 15, 2025
- April 17, 2025
Webinar: The Effect of Construction on the Durability of Fasteners in Mass Timber
- Learn about managing wood moisture content, fastener tension, and new CSA O86:24 provisions in dynamic construction environments.
- April 17, 2025
- Mass Timber, Mid-rise Buildings, Mid-rise Construction, Structural Wood
- April 8, 2025
Seminar: Mid-Rise Wood Design
- Join us April 8th in Delta, BC for a seminar on mid-rise wood design, seismic requirements, and efficient structural layouts.
- April 8, 2025
- 1400 Lindsey Place, Delta, BC V3M 6G4, Canada
- Engineered Wood, EWP, floor systems
- April 9, 2025
Webinar: Cut the Callbacks: Designing Efficient EWP Floor Systems for Maximum Performance
- This session provides a thorough exploration of the key factors affecting floor system performance.
- April 9, 2025
- Architectural Design, Mass Timber Construction, Prefabricated Components, Structural Engineering, Vertical Additions
- April 2, 2025
Webinar: Vertical Additions: An innovative pathway to delivering more homes
- Learn how Pathway Non-Profit added affordable housing units atop existing buildings using prefabricated mass timber in this free webinar.
- April 2, 2025
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- March 20, 2025
Workshop: Manufacturing and Mass Timber Design Strategies
- An opportunity to explore the insights into mass timber manufacturing methods and capabilities, a review of design strategies and real-world challenges.
- March 20, 2025
- 58 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5E 1C3, Canada
- March 20, 2025
Webinar: Efficient Tall Wall Framing using Engineered Wood Products
- Learn best practices for designing efficient tall walls with engineered wood, from material selection to software tools, in this free webinar.
- March 20, 2025
Our Members
Discover the results of our Mass Timber Demonstration Fire Test Project!
Our latest video dives into how mass timber offers a safe, sustainable, and innovative solution for construction.
Watch now to see how we’re shaping the future of building with wood.
WOOD DESIGN & BUILD AWARDS
Celebrating Excellence in Wood Architecture & Construction
The Wood Design & Building Awards recognize the outstanding work of professionals from around the world who achieve excellence in wood architecture.
Need Free Technical Support?
From technical resources to design solutions, the WoodWorks Technical Team supports architects, engineers, and developers in creating sustainable, high-performance wood structures.
Explore specialized tools, connect with industry experts, and access exclusive guidance for your wood-building projects. Whether you’re delving into mass timber for the first time, planning a mid-rise development, or seeking advice on fire resistance and acoustics, the WoodWorks technical team offers the expertise and support needed to turn your ideas into reality.
Canadian Wood Council
The Canadian Wood Council (CWC) is a leading force in advancing building codes and standards for wood construction, ensuring market access for Canadian wood products, and accelerating the adoption of sustainable, wood-based construction in the marketplace.
Founded in 1959, the Canadian Wood Council (CWC) is Canada’s unifying voice for the wood products industry. As a national federation of associations, our members represent hundreds of manufacturers across the country.
Our mission is to support our members by accelerating market demand for wood products and championing responsible leadership through excellence in codes, standards, and regulations. We also deliver technical support and knowledge transfer for the construction sector through our market leading WoodWorks program.
