Press Releases

While the Crofton site has a good environmental record, from time to time unforeseeable equipment problems occur. In the summer of 2021, equipment failed on two occasions.

Richmond, BC - Paper Excellence Canada proudly announced today a generous contribution of $50,000 to the Nature Trust of British Columbia.

Paper Excellence Canada congratulates the Tla’amin Nation and the Government of British Columbia on the signing of their historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

Richmond, BC – While market conditions continue to support the restart of our pulp operations and employment of more than 300 workers, the curtailment of paper operations at Crofton is being extended to the end of November.

Shelburne, NS – Paper Excellence Canada is pleased to announce a $175,000 contribution to support the ongoing recovery efforts for individuals, families, and communities in Shelburne and Barrington, Nova Scotia, who were affected by the wildfires in June 2023.

Paper Excellence Canada, a leading pulp and paper manufacturing company, is proud to announce a significant donation of $50,000 to support the Outland Youth Employment Program (OYEP).

Richmond, BC – Paper Excellence Canada is pleased to announce the resumption of kraft pulp operations at its Catalyst Crofton mill, bringing more than 300 workers back to their jobs. While market conditions allow for the restart of our pulp operations, the curtailment of paper operations at Crofton is being extended to the end of October.

Paper Excellence Canada is proud to announce a donation of $50,000 to STARS Air Ambulance...

Richmond, BC – Paper Excellence Canada is proud to announce a donation of $50,000 to STARS Air Ambulance. This contribution reflects Paper Excellence’s commitment to the well-being and safety of those living in the communities where the company operates.

Due to extremely dry conditions, pumping water from Cowichan Lake into Cowichan River is set to begin as early as September 11 depending on rainfall.