Canfor to re open in spring at Chetwynd mill
Canfor plans a spring restart of its Chetwynd sawmill after a year long pause. Union negotiations with United Steelworkers led to a new cost structure with a about 5.40 per hour wage cut, while preserving benefits and pensions. Restart targeted for late May 2010 pending board approval. initial shift to hire about 65 workers and invest nearly 15 million in retooling.
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Chetwynd
Canfor
Dave Lefebvre
United Steelworkers
Lefebvre
Econ
Cantor
Canfor reopening praised by Chetwynd council
Mayor Evan Sangstad calls Canfor's reopening excellent news for the community and commends workers for exploring options despite wage reductions. He notes the industry challenges and says time will tell if the decision proves good or bad for the area.
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Evan Langstad
Canfor
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