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Celebrating Latin American and Hispanic Heritage Month! / Celebrando el Mes de la Herencia Latinoamericana y Hispana!

The Parliament of Canada proclaimed October as Latin American Heritage Month in 2018, with a view to celebrating the Latin American community and the many contributions its members have made to Canadian society. Hailing from all 20 Latin American countries, Canadians of Latin American origin make up a large and growing community. They enrich our national fabric with their diverse and vibrant cultures, cuisine, music, dance and more. Latin Americans also play an important role in Canada’s growth and prosperity,

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Honoring the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Each year, September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (#NDTR). This commemorative day was established by the Government of Canada, in collaboration with Indigenous communities. It’s a time to take stock of the historical injustices suffered by Indigenous peoples in residential schools and to honor those who have suffered the consequences. It is sometimes called “Orange Shirt Day” because of the orange shirts worn by Indigenous rights activists when this holiday first began to be commemorated in 2013. Residential

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Indigenous Cultural Awareness Talk for Leaders

This week, the leadership of Paper Excellence Canada and our sister companies – Domtar and Resolute Forest Products – came together for an Indigenous cultural awareness talk in advance of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. Our thanks to Chief Ian Campbell of the Squamish First Nation and Rob Everson, Hereditary Chief of the Gigal’ga̱m ‘Walas Kwagu’ł, for their frank and thoughtful presentations on both the history and effects of colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and their own personal perspectives

Paper Excellence Canada Donates $50,000 to Empower Indigenous Youth Through the Outland Youth Employment Program (OYEP)

For Immediate Release: Richmond, BC – 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). This contribution underscores Paper Excellence’s commitment to Indigenous youth development, education, and community engagement in Canada. The Outland Youth Employment Program is a national network of land-based education, training, and work opportunities for high school aged Indigenous youth. OYEP is a six-week work experience providing training and

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Members of Parliament tour Resolute paper mill in Gatineau, Quebec

Jean-Francois Guillot, Chief Operating Officer, co-hosted a tour of the Resolute paper mill alongside local Member of Parliament Steven MacKinnon in Gatineau on September 20 as part of National Forestry Week. Joined by fellow Members of Parliament Sylvie Berube, Gary Vidal and Marcus Powlowski, Mr. MacKinnon was proud to show off the historic mill, which helped found the city of Gatineau when it first opened in 1926. Newsprint produced at the Gatineau paper mill is made from biomass sourcing 100%

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Paper Excellence Canada Announces Restart of Pulp Operations at Catalyst Crofton Mill

For Immediate Release: 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. “In spite of challenges posed by exceptionally low pulp and paper prices driven by global market fluctuations, we are pleased to

Top 10 Under 40: Taneal Brucks

Congratulations to Taneal Brooks! We are proud she chose to be part of our Paper Excellence team. You can also read this article on the Pulp & Paper Canada website: Top 10 Under 40: Meet Taneal Brucks from Meadow Lake Pulp, Paper Excellence – Pulp and Paper Canada Taneal Brucks is known for bringing a creative touch to the meticulous process of auditing, according to her colleagues at Paper Excellence. As the management systems coordinator for Meadow Lake Mechanical Pulp,

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Congratulations Tatyana Schneider, Indspire Scholarship Recipient

Our heartfelt congratulations to Tatyana Schneider who received one of Paper Excellence’s scholarships funded through Indspire. In her thank you letter, Tatyana said, “I pledge to continue to put my all into doing well at UBC and to share the benefits of this education with my nation.” #indigenouseducation #universityofbritishcolumbia #indspire #scholarships. Paper Excellence donated $50,000 to Indspire’s Building Brighter Futures: Bursaries, Scholarships, and Awards program which was then matched by the Government of Canada bringing the total to $100,000. Indspire

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Resolute’s Youngest H&S Superintendent Named Rising Star at FPAC Awards

Resolute employees in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region of Quebec have come to know Alexis Bolduc-Gagnon thanks to his unwavering commitment to safety. Superintendent of health and safety at our Dolbeau (Quebec) paper mill, Alexis recently won the Forest Products Association of Canada’s (FPAC) 2023 Rising Star Award. The award recognizes young professionals in the forest products industry who bring passion to their work every day and who are making a unique contribution to their workplace. Alexis has only been with Resolute since

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Talking to BC’s forestry community leaders at UBCM

Quinton Hayward, Chief Forester; Davis Chiu, Director of Innovation; Chris Stoicheff, Director of Government Relations and Brenda Martin, Manager of Public Affairs all took part in the BC Council of Forest Industries (COFI) reception last night during the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) convention. Thank you to COFI for this great opportunity to talk to provincial and municipal government leaders and hear about what is important to them and BC’s forestry dependent communities. Thanks also to Bruce Ralston, Minister of Forests and Lennard Joe, CEO of BC First

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Resolute Takes Home a Stevie Award for Great Employers

On September 18, we were named Employer of the Year in the manufacturing category at the Stevie® Awards for Great Employers. The awards program “recognizes the world’s best companies to work for” as well as achievements that help create and drive great places to work. In particular, the judging panel commended our “outstanding safety record” and our focus on DE&I and ESG initiatives. As one judge noted: “It is fascinating to observe the dedication to safeguarding fundamental human rights and fostering

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Paper Excellence Canada Donates $50,000 to STARS Air Ambulance to Support Critical Lifesaving Missions

For Immediate Release: 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. STARS Air Ambulance, a vital organization in Western Canada, plays a crucial role in providing emergency medical services to those in need. Their fleet of helicopters and dedicated medical teams are on standby 24/7, ready to respond to

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Celebrating National Forest Week at Meadow Lake

The Explore Forestry event in Meadow Lake, SK kicked off National Forest Week with a bang last Sunday, September 17. The Meadow Lake community came out to check out the forestry equipment and demonstrations, in support of the Canadian Institute of Forestry’s Log-A-Load-for-Kids BBQ fundraiser, and take part in bouncy castles, face painting, the Farmer’s Market and more! Kids even made paper from the mill’s pulp! This was a joint event with the Canadian Institute of Forestry, supporting companies, and

Passion For Forestry Drives HR Professional

Anicka Tardiff has a real passion for forestry which led her to join Skookumchuck Pulp in the East Kootenays last year as a Human Resources Coordinator. “I’ve always lived in communities with forestry, and I was raised in an area that understood how sustainable forestry is. In Ontario, I worked for a cut, haul, and harvest company. When I saw the Skookumchuck job, I was interested in learning about another step in the industry.” Anicka moved to Kimberley, BC for

EXPLORE FORESTRY THIS SATURDAY, SEP 17!

Meadow Lake Mechanical Pulp is taking part in Explore Forestry this weekend. It’s an opportunity for the community to learn about forestry, celebrate National Forest Week, and support the Canadian Institute of Forestry Jimmy Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation fundraiser. Come join us on Sunday, September 17 at Lions Park, Meadow Lake, SK. (Details below in poster.)

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Shaping the Future of Pulp and Paper: An Interview with John Sunny, EIT

At Paper Excellence, we believe in fostering the talents of the next generation to shape the future of our industry. John Sunny is one of our emerging talents as an Engineer-In-Training with Paper Excellence at Crofton Mill. John’s journey into the world of pulp and paper is a testament to the innovative and dynamic nature of our field. John is currently pursuing a Master of Science degree in mechanical engineering at the University of Alberta, specializing in the durability of

Resolute Donates 200 Hectares of Land for Long-Term Protection Project

Resolute Donates 200 Hectares of Land for Long-Term Protection Project

Resolute has donated 200 hectares (494 acres) of biodiversity-rich land for protection by the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC). The area, located in Baie-Saint-Paul on the north shore of the St. Lawrence Estuary in Quebec’s Charlevoix region, includes vast marshes and dunes that provide quality habitat for aquatic birds. In fact, more than 160 bird species, many of which are at risk, have been observed here. Efforts by the city of Baie-Saint-Paul, the local community and NCC will ensure public

Top 10 Under 40: Chris Stoicheff

You can also read this article on the Pulp & Paper Canada website: Top 10 Under 40: Meet Chris Stoicheff from Paper Excellence – Pulp and Paper Canada Congratulations to Chris Stoicheff! We are proud he chose to join our Paper Excellence team. Chris Stoicheff is a young leader with a strong reputation in the public affairs field in Canada. He is well respected by his colleagues and the leadership at Paper Excellence where he has excelled in relationship building

Resolute’s Myriam Lapierre Chosen as One of the Industry’s Top 10 Under 40

Resolute’s Myriam Lapierre Chosen as One of the Industry’s Top 10 Under 40

Everyone at Resolute is proud of the work they do, not only as individuals, but as part of a larger team. And we also feel proud when our colleagues are recognized for their outstanding achievements by industry peers. That was certainly the case when we received the summer 2023 edition of Pulp & Paper Canada magazine, where Myriam Lapierre, an environmental technical assistant working at our Saint-Félicien (Quebec) pulp mill, was featured on the cover as one of the top 10 under

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Congratulations Gracie Crafts, Indspire Scholarship Recipient

Our heartfelt congratulations to Gracie Crafts who received one of Paper Excellence’s scholarships funded through Indspire. Gracie began her Master of Science in Forestry at the University of British Columbia last fall. Her research is focused on the use of Indigenous fire stewardship and cultural fire to revitalize culturally significant plants, foods and medicines. It will take place within the traditional territory of the Syilx People of the Okanagan Nation in the southern interior of BC. Paper Excellence donated $50,000

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Community Life at Resolute: Q2-2023 Highlights

Resolute is focused on building mutually beneficial relationships in the communities in which we live and work. We demonstrate this commitment by tracking our employees’ active involvement in community life, and through frequent reporting and information-sharing with our stakeholders. Meetings with meaning Actively engaging with community and elected representatives is critical to our operational success. In the U.S., our Grenada (Mississippi) newsprint mill participated on the board of the Thunder on Water community festival, and members of our Cross City

PROUD TO JOIN THE ASEAN-CANADA ROUNDTABLE

Paper Excellence is proud to have taken part in the ASEAN-Canada Roundtable last week. Davis Chiu and Blair Dickerson represented us in Jakarta, talking about the forest industry’s support and use of clean bioenergy and Paper Excellence’s commitment to Indigenous partnerships. Thanks also to Goldy Hyder, CEO of the Business Council of Canada, who spoke to the need for regulatory certainty in Canada to create clear pathways for innovation. To learn more about Paper Excellence’s Indigenous Relations program:

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$200,000 to support wildfire rebuilding efforts in Nova Scotia

Paper Excellence has committed $200,000 to support the rebuilding efforts for the individuals, families, and communities in Shelburne and Barrington, Nova Scotia, impacted by the wildfires in June 2023. With eligible matching from Canada and Nova Scotia governments, our total impact is $250,000. The wildfire that impacted Shelburne County was the biggest in Nova Scotia’s history. We’re pleased to work with the Canadian Red Cross Atlantic Canada, the Community Foundation of Nova Scotia, the Municipality of Barrington, and the Municipality

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Resolute Raises $175,000 to Support Healthy Communities in Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean

Healthy, active people contribute to strong and vibrant communities. That’s why 150 Resolute employees, suppliers and collaborators recently joined forces to raise $175,000 for three worthy organizations serving Quebec’s Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region, where many of our employees and their families live and work. Participants chose between golfing or riding a magnificent local bike trail, the Véloroute des Bleuets. A spirit of camaraderie and community engagement prevailed throughout the events.  During a ceremony attended by local elected officials, Resolute executives presented $85,000

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Pumping water into Cowichan River to begin mid-September

CROFTON, BC – 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. Water will be pumped at a rate designed to maintain current flow conditions in the Cowichan River, approximately 4.5 cms (cubic metres per second). The Cowichan Basin has experienced fourteen droughts since 1998. A winter with below average snowpack followed by a drought beginning in mid-May are root cause of this year’s

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Resolute and the Circular Economy in Action

Resolute’s sustainability strategy is supported by public commitments aligned with the circular economy. We optimize wood’s value as a natural, renewable resource to make indispensable products, while pursuing opportunities in product innovation, extending the value of the trees we harvest. Our latest animated capsule demonstrates our progress, including the 33% reduction in waste sent to landfill compared to 2018 levels – an achievement that surpassed our 2026 target well ahead of schedule! Watch it here. Visit our YouTube channel to

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Resolute Invests in Innovative Truck Platooning Technology

Resolute is helping advance an exciting off-highway automated vehicle (AV) technology known as truck platooning. Truck platooning involves a convoy of trucks that are linked together electronically, all operated by an experienced driver in the lead truck. The rest of the trucks in the convoy respond to the lead driver’s movements through a drive-by-wire and autonomy system.  The project is spearheaded by FPInnovations, a private not-for-profit R&D organization that specializes in developing solutions to make the Canadian forest products sector

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Employee Training Connects Resolute to ESG Goals

At Resolute, we’re using training to engage and inform not just company leadership, but employees at every level about the risks and opportunities posed by sustainability and stewardship. It is our belief that training helps build a culture of transparency and accountability, and that these initiatives will reflect positively in our robust environment, social and governance (ESG) reporting.  Over the last 18 months, we provided training for company leaders and employees to acquire essential skills for adhering to ESG best

Mayor Minions discusses Highway 4 access

Thank you to Port Alberni Mayor Sharie Minions for sitting down with our staff to discuss Highway 4 access and the ongoing challenges associated with frequent highway closures. We appreciate the Mayor’s efforts to raise the profile of this important matter. Our mill depends on Highway 4 access for supplies, product movement and employee access to the mill. We look forward to continued dialogue with Mayor Minions and working together on solutions to this critical matter which affects the whole Alberni-Clayoquot

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Resolute Receives an International Business Award

Resolute has won a Stevie® in the 20th Annual International Business Awards® (IBAs) competition: a gold award in the category of Sustainability Product of the Year (Canada and the U.S.A.), recognizing our novel cellulose filaments produced at the new plant located in our Kénogami paper mill in Saguenay (Quebec). Other contenders in this year’s awards program were Coca-Cola, Telus and Toyota, among others. Comments from the judges on our corporate social responsibility program included:  “This submission serves well to document

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Paper Excellence Canada permanently curtails Catalyst Paper tiskwat

For Immediate Release: [Richmond, BC] – Paper Excellence Canada announced today the permanent curtailment of Catalyst Paper tiskwat, its paper mill in Powell River, BC. “It was a difficult decision to curtail tiskwat indefinitely in December 2021,” said Stew Gibson, Chief Operating Officer. “Following a comprehensive review of options, it has been determined that a restart of a pulp or paper business is not feasible. We now look forward to the redevelopment of the site.”  In the 18 months since

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The 2023 Green Dream team is ready to hit the ground running!

The Green Dream Internship Program was created by the Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) to showcase the perspectives of young people working in Canada’s vibrant forest products sector. The program also highlights our industry’s sustainable practices as well as the range of dynamic, diverse and rewarding careers available.   Two of this year’s 15 Green Dream Interns are joining Resolute operations: Marie-Pascale Allard (Kénogami paper mill) and Philippe Gaudreault (Dolbeau paper mill). Three other interns, Jocelyn Ertl, Marlies Ilott and

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Skookumchuck Pulp employee helps save child from drowning

Chris Pearson, a welder at Skookumchuck Pulp, and Jason Sherratt, a past mill employee, were recently recognized by the Kimberly RCMP for saving a three-year-old girl’s life. They rescued and resuscitated the little girl who was swimming in Wasa Lake. Thanks to both men’s quick response, a tragedy was averted. From the news article: On Thursday, Jul. 27 Sgt. Steven Woodcox, detachment commander of the Kimberley RCMP, presented certificates of appreciation to Cranbrook’s Jason Sherratt and Kimberley’s Chris Pearson for

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Supporting Indigenous Learning on the Sunshine Coast

As part of their ongoing Indigenous Reconciliation work, staff from Howe Sound Pulp & Paper (HSPP) forged a relationship with School District 46 – Indigenous Learning and asked how the mill could best support their programs. As a result of these conversations, Howe Sound Pulp & Paper donated $5,000 to support two programs. Some of the funding will be used to provide high school students approaching graduation and their caretakers with the opportunity to visit post-secondary institutions and training schools

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Building a Better Fishway for the Vulnerable American Eel

As part of a project to improve dam safety members of Resolute’s Hydro-Saguenay team worked with engineers at WSP to design an improved culvert that would enable the American eel and other fish species to recolonize a territory conducive to their growth. Once thought to be among the most abundant fish species in Quebec, the American eel is in decline. After assessing the impact of hydroelectric dams to the slimy, scaleless, yellow and brown American eel, the team members set to

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Resolute Employees Join Local Scouts to Plant 800 Trees

On May 30, employees from our Ontario woodlands operations joined local scouts to plant 800 trees in just two hours! The planting event took place at Wishart Conservation Area, a 221-hectare spruce and jack pine forest in the boreal zone managed by the Lakehead Region Conservation Authority, which maintains the trails, parking areas, boat launches and other facilities located within the region.  Members of our forestry team happily answered the scouts’ questions on silviculture and forest dynamics, prompting numerous positive comments

Monika Bhardwaj awarded The Lieutenant Governor’s Medal for Inclusion, Democracy, and Reconciliation.

While earning a post-degree diploma in Human Resource Management and Leadership from Camosun College, Monika committed herself to enriching the student experience. She advocated for her peers and worked to help solve challenges faced by post-secondary students. “I believe that fostering an inclusive environment and embracing diverse perspectives is key to creating strong communities.” She was acknowledged for that work when she was recently awarded The Lieutenant Governor’s Medal for Inclusion, Democracy, and Reconciliation. Monika joined Paper Excellence as an

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Resolute Wins Norns Diversity and Inclusion Award

In June, Resolute won the 2023 Diversity and Inclusion Award from The Norns Awards, a global competition highlighting excellence and innovation. The company was recognized for our practices supporting justice, equity and inclusion, as well as for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The awards program received over 800 entries, and winners were selected by a team of international judges made up of professionals from various industries. Other companies that won in the same category include BMW, Deloitte and L’Oréal.