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September 20, 2024

Tolko temporarily shuts down Armstrong lumber plant, cites tough market conditions

TolTolko Industries announced a two-week shutdown of its lumber plant in Armstrong, British Columbia, citing ongoing market challenges and resource shortages. The closure will last from September 16 to October 1, according to a statement from company spokesperson Chris Downey. Downey attributed the temporary halt to multiple factors, including limited access to affordable fibre in British Columbia, weak market conditions, and increased tariffs from the US. "Unfortunately, the availability of economic fibre in BC, combined with weak market conditions and increased US tariffs continue to have an impact on our operations," Downey said. "As we’ve seen ...

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