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Ottawa, Ontario – September 17, 2024 — The Canadian Wood Council (CWC) and Woodsure (A
“Our vision for the Council is to be passionate, credible,
Agents of change leading and advancing a sustainable wood culture in Canada.
Since our inception in 1959, we have been at the forefront of the industry ensuring building codes and standards not only keep pace with the new wood products and systems being developed, but also reflect the technological advancements taking place in the design and engineering arenas.”
Rick Jeffery
President and CEO
FEATURED EVENT
WoodWorks at BUILDEX
- Feb 26-27, 2025
- 8:00 am - 6:00 pm WST
- Oct 21-25, 2024
- 8:00 am - 6:00 pm EST
- Toronto, ON
- Vancouver, BC
Connecting Western Canada’s Building & Construction Industries
BUILDEX and Canadian Wood Council’s exciting new collaboration brings WoodWorks to BUILDEX in 2025, integrating WoodWorks’ technical expertise and wood products industry representation into BUILDEX Vancouver, February 26 – 27, 2025.
Upcoming Events
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Stay informed about industry-leading events, workshops, webinars and more designed to keep you at the forefront of wood construction innovation.
- December 11, 2024
Webinar: Sound and Vibration in Mass Timber Buildings: A Practical Guide
- Explore how mass timber compares to steel/concrete with an emphasis on sound transmission and practical strategies for creating quieter more comfortable spaces.
- December 11, 2024
- January 15, 2025
Webinar: Architectural Assemblies Simplified
- This session will help you to formulate effective floor and wall assemblies when designing wood structures, both light wood frame and mass timber.
- January 15, 2025
- February 5, 2025
Wood Solutions Conference Ottawa 2025
- Join us as we showcase innovations and ideas in wood products, design, and construction.
- February 5, 2025
- National Arts Centre, Elgin Street, Ottawa, ON, Canada
- February 26, 2025
WoodWorks @ BuildEx
- Connecting Western Canada’s Building & Construction Industries
- February 26, 2025
- Vancouver Convention Centre West Building, Canada Place, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Our Members
Discover the results of our Mass Timber Demonstration Fire Test Project!
Our latest video dives into how mass timber offers a safe, sustainable, and innovative solution for construction.
Watch now to see how we’re shaping the future of building with wood.
WOOD DESIGN & BUILD AWARDS
Celebrating Excellence in Wood Architecture & Construction
The Wood Design & Building Awards recognize the outstanding work of professionals from around the world who achieve excellence in wood architecture.
Technology & Education Resources for Project Development
From technical resources to cutting-edge design solutions, WoodWorks supports architects, engineers, and project managers in creating sustainable, high-performance wood structures.
Dive into specialized tools, connect with experts, and access exclusive guidance for your wood-building projects. Whether you’re exploring mass timber, mid-rise construction, or innovative fire resistance techniques, WoodWorks provides the knowledge and support to bring your ideas to life.
Canadian Wood Council
The Canadian Wood Council (CWC) proudly marks its 65th anniversary as a leading force in advancing building codes and standards for wood construction, ensuring market access for Canadian wood products, and accelerating the adoption of sustainable, wood-based construction in the marketplace.
Founded in 1959, the Canadian Wood Council (CWC) is Canada’s unifying voice for the wood products industry. As a national federation of associations, our members represent hundreds of manufacturers across the country.
Our mission is to support our members by accelerating market demand for wood products and championing responsible leadership through excellence in codes, standards, and regulations. We also deliver technical support and knowledge transfer for the construction sector through our market leading WoodWorks program.
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