Chetwynd Pulp lays off workers amid market slump
Millar Western operates Chetwynd Pulp in Louisiana Pacific group and plans a two month shutdown affecting about 135 employees with a 50 worker skeleton crew. Manager Eccleston and HR head Battenfelder cite oversupply and lower prices. some workers have taken other jobs while morale remains high. End of June review planned. Union president cites market-driven layoff.
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Employee ownership considered for Kapuskasing pulp mill
Correction notes the FAQ article was misattributed and discusses pros and cons of shifting to employee ownership at the Kapuskasing mill. It cites Tembec’s role, past downsizing, and the 1990s evolution to 1000 employees producing newsprint, specialty papers and lumber. Local real estate in Chetwynd remains unaffected.
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Kapuskasing
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Chetwynd
Louisiana Pacific Chetwynd mill lays off 135 workers
The Louisiana Pacific Chetwynd pulp mill cuts 135 jobs, with ripple effects across local contractors, suppliers, and area businesses as the market remains soft. BC Rail notes revenue impact from the mill closures and overall market deterioration.
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Louisiana Pacific - Chetwynd Pulp
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