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Production

The paper industry must retool
Diversification and innovation are necessary to succeed in emerging packaging applications

Norbord to resume production at Chambord, QC
The restart of the Chambord mill will enable Norbord to optimize production at its two Quebec mills and to more effectively serve customers in eastern Canada and the northeastern US.

Manufacturing sales edged up 0.3% in October
Statistics Canada says manufacturing sales in October were unchanged
West Virginia chemical plant blast kills 1, injures 3
Optima Chemicals employee lost in tragedy last week
Canadian Natural to boost oil, gas output 5% on higher $3.2B budget
Increased drilling program a result of no curtailment and a current improved outlook for commodity prices in 2021.
Federal officials hear arguments on Enbridge pipeline tunnel
Canadian pipeline company wants to drill a nearly 6.4-kilometre tunnel through bedrock under the Straits of Mackinac.

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Canada calls US softwood duties unfair, unjustified, despite reduction
US Department of Commerce imposes countervailing duties of nearly 9%, down from just over 20%.
May be no need for Trans Mountain expansion: Canada Energy Regulator
Under an evolving scenario, Line 3 alone is enough added capacity to handle an 15% increase before peaking in 2039.
US Army Corps of Engineers approves key Line 3 permit
It’s compliant with all federal laws and regulations, decision is based on balancing development with protecting the environment.
Drilling forecast calls for 14% rebound in 2021 from depths of 2020
The Canadian Association of Oilwell Drilling Contractors expects 3,771 wells to be drilled next year.

New reality: Managing processes with Deming and EVSM
Reap benefits by adapting the PDCA cycle with value stream mapping.

Stelco loses $88M as prices fall and upgrade project stifles shipments
They fell over the summer as the company upgraded its blast furnace.
FedDev Ontario provides $6M for Windsor-Essex manufacturers
Funding is also leveraging more than $22.4 million in additional investments in the region.
Aphria buys US craft brewer in US$300M deal, may help with expansion
Business will be key to its expansion plans and help it access the US more quickly in the event of federal cannabis legalization.