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Canfor and Canfor Pulp Jointly Release 2022 Sustainability Report

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

VANCOUVER, BC, May 17, 2023 /CNW/ - Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP) and Canfor Pulp Products Inc. (TSX: CFX) jointly announce the release of the 2022 Sustainability Report , which outlines performance on topics such as climate change, sustainable forestry and energy management, and social issues such as inclusion and diversity, and Indigenous relations.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, May 17, 2023 /CNW/ - Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP) and Canfor Pulp Products Inc. (TSX: CFX) jointly announce the release of the 2022 Sustainability Report , which outlines performance on topics such as climate change, sustainable forestry and energy management, and social issues such as inclusion and diversity, and Indigenous relations.
  • "Sustainability is at the very core of what we do, and our 2022 Sustainability Report outlines the progress we are making on embedding it throughout our company under our three pillars of people, planet and products."
  • This is an important step in our sustainability journey," says Pat Elliott, CFO, Canfor and Canfor Pulp, and Senior Vice President, Sustainability.
  • The 2022 Sustainability Report also includes select information on ESG topics for the Vida Group, the Sweden-based wood products manufacturing company of which Canfor has a 70% ownership position.

Canfor Pulp and Canfor Jointly Release 2022 Sustainability Report

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

VANCOUVER, BC, May 17, 2023 /CNW/ - Canfor Pulp Products Inc. (TSX: CFX) and Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP) jointly announce the release of the 2022 Sustainability Report , which outlines performance on environmental topics such climate change, sustainable forestry and energy management, and people-centered issues such as inclusion and diversity and Indigenous relations.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, BC, May 17, 2023 /CNW/ - Canfor Pulp Products Inc. (TSX: CFX) and Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP) jointly announce the release of the 2022 Sustainability Report , which outlines performance on environmental topics such climate change, sustainable forestry and energy management, and people-centered issues such as inclusion and diversity and Indigenous relations.
  • Our 2022 Sustainability Report outlines the progress we are making in our organization within our three pillars of people, planet and products," says Kevin Edgson, President and CEO of Canfor Pulp.
  • This is an important step in our sustainability journey," says Pat Elliott, CFO, Canfor and Canfor Pulp, and Senior Vice President, Sustainability.
  • The 2022 Sustainability Report also includes select information on ESG topics for the Vida Group, the Sweden-based wood products manufacturing company of which Canfor has a 70% ownership position.

Canfor to Invest in New Facility in Alabama

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Friday, July 29, 2022

VANCOUVER, BC, July 28, 2022 /CNW/ - Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP) is pleased to announce it will invest approximately $210 million USD to build a new, state-of-the-art sawmill complex in southern Alabama.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, July 28, 2022 /CNW/ - Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP) is pleased to announce it will invest approximately $210 million USD to build a new, state-of-the-art sawmill complex in southern Alabama.
  • In alignment with our sustainability goals and decarbonization targets, the facility design includes investment in a biomass-fueled lumber drying system.
  • "Building on Canfor's proud operating history in Alabama, we are excited to invest in a new world-class facility that will ensure our long-term ability to operate competitively.
  • "The expansion of Canfor is a strategic investment in the community, sawmill industry and economy of South Alabama.

Canfor and Canfor Pulp Jointly Release 2021 Sustainability Report with Additional Targets

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022

VANCOUVER, BC, June 28, 2022 /CNW/ - Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP) and Canfor Pulp Products Inc. (TSX: CFX) jointly announce today the release of the 2021 Sustainability Report which includes additional performance targets for Climate Change, Water Management, Waste Management, and Air Quality.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, BC, June 28, 2022 /CNW/ - Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP) and Canfor Pulp Products Inc. (TSX: CFX) jointly announce today the release of the 2021 Sustainability Report which includes additional performance targets for Climate Change, Water Management, Waste Management, and Air Quality.
  • "Our employees want to feel proud of the organization where they work and feel an alignment with their values.
  • Our strong sustainability practices make us a better partner, a better supplier and a better employer," added Kayne.
  • For 2021 we included disclosures aligned with the recommendations from the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) standards.

Canfor Announces Voting Results for the Election of Directors

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Saturday, May 7, 2022

Detailed voting results for the meeting are available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com .

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  • Detailed voting results for the meeting are available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com .
  • Certain statements in this press release constitute "forward-looking statements" which involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such statements.
  • These statements are based on management's current expectations and beliefs and actual events or results may differ materially.
  • There are many factors that could cause such actual events or results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements to differ materially from any future results expressed or implied by such statements.

Canfor Implementing Plan to Achieve Net-Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050

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Tuesday, April 26, 2022

VANCOUVER, BC, April 26, 2022 /CNW/ - Building on our comprehensive sustainability strategy announced in October 2021, Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP)isannouncing the implementation of a comprehensive plan to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, April 26, 2022 /CNW/ - Building on our comprehensive sustainability strategy announced in October 2021, Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP)isannouncing the implementation of a comprehensive plan to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
  • To achieve net-zero, Canfor has developed near term science-based targets that include reducing the carbon emissions from pulp and wood products operations, which are defined as Scope 1 and Scope 2, by 42% by 2030 compared to our base year of 2020.
  • "Building on our long history of sustainable forest management and producing carbon storing renewable products, we have a responsibility to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 to help mitigate climate change for future generations," said Don Kayne, President and CEO, Canfor.
  • "Over the next eight years Canfor intends to invest at least $250 million in carbon reduction initiatives at our facilities to reduce our emissions by 42% by 2030.

Canfor Investing $130 Million to Modernize Urbana Facility

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Thursday, April 21, 2022

VANCOUVER, BC, April 21, 2022 /CNW/ - Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP) is pleased to announce it will invest approximately $130 million USD to significantly upgrade and expand its sawmill and planer facility located in Urbana in Union County, Arkansas.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, BC, April 21, 2022 /CNW/ - Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP) is pleased to announce it will invest approximately $130 million USD to significantly upgrade and expand its sawmill and planer facility located in Urbana in Union County, Arkansas.
  • "We are excited to be investing in our Urbana facility with state-of-the-art technology to modernize the work environment for our valued employees and significantly increase our ability to produce sustainable wood products that will meet the growing needs of our customers," said Don Kayne, President and CEO, Canfor.
  • "It is only natural that Canfor chose to expand their operations in Urbana and invest in the workforce and the community."
  • "I am pleased that Canfor has decided to invest in its Urbana mill," Arkansas Secretary of Commerce Mike Preston said.

Canfor Corporation and Canfor Pulp Products Inc. Announce Senior Leadership Changes

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Tuesday, February 8, 2022

VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 8, 2022 /CNW/ - Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP)isannouncing changes to the senior leadership team.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 8, 2022 /CNW/ - Canfor Corporation (TSX: CFP)isannouncing changes to the senior leadership team.
  • After 14 years with Canfor, Alan Nicholl, Executive Vice President, Bio-Based Solutions & Pulp Operations, has accepted the role of Managing Director with Licella Holdings, Canfor's joint venture partner in Arbios Biotech (Arbios) effective April 2022.
  • Kevin Anderson, Vice President, Operations, Canfor Pulp is now reporting directly to Don Kayne, CEO, Canfor Pulp.
  • Canfor produces primarily softwood lumber and also owns a 54.8% interest in Canfor Pulp Products Inc., which is one of the largest global producers of market Northern Bleached Softwood Kraft Pulp and a leading producer of high performance kraft paper.

Canfor Donates $100,000 to Canadian Red Cross to Support British Columbia Fire Relief

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Thursday, September 2, 2021

VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 2, 2021 /CNW/ -Today Canfor Corporation ("the Company" or "Canfor") (TSX: CFP) announced it has provided $100,000 to the Canadian Red Cross' British Columbia Fires Appeal to support their response efforts.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 2, 2021 /CNW/ -Today Canfor Corporation ("the Company" or "Canfor") (TSX: CFP) announced it has provided $100,000 to the Canadian Red Cross' British Columbia Fires Appeal to support their response efforts.
  • With so many people facing a difficult time, we are pleased to be able to make this donation to support the tremendous work of the Canadian Red Cross," said Don Kayne, President and CEO.
  • The donation will be used to support immediate relief efforts for families and help with long-term recovery and preparedness for future events.
  • The first step in accessing support is to register with the Canadian Red Cross by calling 1-800-863-6582 from 8 am to 8 pm (Pacific Time).