A union representing workers at Canfor’s Northwood Pulp Mill near Prince George, British Columbia, says the planned closure is leaving employees “reeling” and adds to ongoing problems in the province’s forestry sector. Multiple outlets report that the closure is expected to affect about 300 employees, with jobs lost as the mill prepares to shut down. The union and other local stakeholders are calling for immediate assistance, citing that the forestry industry has faced repeated setbacks.
Local officials and industry and labour representatives say the situation underscores the need for faster support measures for affected workers and communities. They also point to broader uncertainty affecting the sector. In response, B.C.’s forests minister says the government expects to announce changes to forest permitting within weeks, indicating potential policy adjustments aimed at addressing current industry conditions.
The reports frame the closure as part of a longer pattern of financial and operational strain within forestry, while also highlighting an official timeline for possible regulatory changes. No alternative timeline or specific compensation measures are detailed in the provided summaries.
