Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Renewable Wood Building Products Manufacturer
Norbord Georgia is a globally recognized leader in renewable wood products, with over seven decades of experience shaping the forestry and construction industries. Founded in 1955, our company has grown from a small planer mill in British Columbia to a diversified international enterprise operating across 50+ locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Europe. Our core values of safety, sustainability, and operational excellence drive every aspect of our business, from responsible forest management to the production of high-quality engineered wood products. We prioritize continuous innovation in sustainable practices, having planted over two billion trees since our inception and committing to science-based carbon reduction targets by 2030. Our team of skilled professionals combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of forest ecosystems to deliver renewable building materials that meet evolving market demands. As a publicly traded company on both the Toronto Stock Exchange and New York Stock Exchange, we maintain a disciplined financial approach while reinvesting profits to advance our environmental and operational goals.Our partnerships with Indigenous communities and commitment to workplace safetyevidenced by industry awardsreflect our holistic approach to corporate responsibility. Through strategic acquisitions and organic growth, weve become one of the worlds largest producers of lumber and OSB, serving construction and industrial markets globally. Our leadership in reforestation, third-party forest certifications, and community investment programs underscore our dedication to long-term environmental stewardship. With a culture rooted in the principles of our founders, we remain focused on creating value for shareholders, employees, and the communities we serve while advancing sustainable forestry practices for future generations.
Services
Lumber Production
OSB Manufacturing
Plywood Fabrication
Engineered Wood Products
Sustainable Forestry
Reforestation Programs
Wood Procurement
Safety Training
Carbon Management
Community Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- We have over 70 years of expertise in sustainable forestry and wood product manufacturing.
- Our operations include third-party forest certifications for responsible sourcing practices.
- We've planted over two billion trees since 1955 through comprehensive reforestation programs.
- We maintain industry-leading safety standards with award-winning safety performance metrics.
- We invest in science-based carbon reduction initiatives aligned with global climate goals.
Services
Lumber Production
Norbord Georgia produces high-quality softwood lumber through sustainable harvesting and advanced milling technologies. Our operations utilize responsibly managed forest resources to create construction-grade timber products meeting industry standards. The company maintains strict quality control processes while optimizing resource utilization across its North American sawmills.
OSB Manufacturing
As the world's largest OSB producer, Norbord Georgia creates engineered wood panels from compressed wood strands and adhesives. This structural panel product serves construction markets requiring durable, cost-effective building materials. Our manufacturing process maximizes raw material efficiency while maintaining performance specifications for residential and commercial applications.
Sustainable Forestry
Our sustainable forestry practices balance timber harvesting with ecosystem preservation. Through certified forest management programs and active reforestation effortsincluding over two billion trees plantedwe ensure long-term forest health while supplying raw materials for production facilities across multiple continents.
Reforestation Programs
Norbord Georgia's reforestation initiatives ensure harvested areas regenerate into productive forests. Our programs follow strict environmental guidelines, using native species and scientific planning to restore ecosystems. These efforts support biodiversity while maintaining future timber supply chains for manufacturing operations.
Carbon Management
We implement science-based carbon reduction strategies across operations. Our initiatives include energy efficiency improvements, biomass utilization, and participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). These efforts aim to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 while maintaining production capacity.
People
Sean McLaren
President and Chief Executive Officer
Sean McLaren leads Norbord Georgia as President and CEO, bringing extensive forestry industry experience. He previously served as Chief Operating Officer and held various leadership roles in lumber operations. A Chartered Professional Accountant, he focuses on operational excellence and sustainable growth strategies.
Chris Virostek
Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer
Chris Virostek oversees financial operations with prior experience in corporate development at Masonite International. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and is a Chartered Accountant. His strategic financial leadership supports Norbord Georgia's growth and sustainability initiatives.
Kevin Burke
Executive Vice-President, North American Operations
Kevin Burke manages North American operations with over two decades of experience in wood products manufacturing. He joined through the Norbord acquisition and holds an MBA from the University of Edinburgh. His operational expertise spans both North American and European markets.
Keith Carter
Senior Vice-President, Western Canada
Keith Carter leads Western Canada operations with technical expertise in pulp and energy systems. He has held progressively responsible roles since joining in 2000. His engineering background supports operational efficiency improvements across British Columbia facilities.
Robin Lampard
Senior Vice-President, Corporate Services
Robin Lampard oversees corporate services with prior financial leadership experience at Norbord. A Chartered Professional Accountant, she brings expertise in strategic financial management and corporate governance to support Norbord Georgia's operational objectives.
Questions
What types of wood products does West Fraser manufacture?
West Fraser produces lumber, oriented strand board (OSB), plywood, laminated veneer lumber (LVL), medium-density fiberboard (MDF), and particleboard for construction and industrial applications.
Where are West Fraser's operations located?
We operate over 50 facilities across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe, including 32 lumber mills, 15 OSB mills, and multiple engineered wood production sites.
How does West Fraser ensure sustainable forestry practices?
We maintain third-party forest certifications, implement comprehensive reforestation programs, and follow science-based sustainability targets while actively engaging with Indigenous communities in forest management.
What safety initiatives does West Fraser prioritize?
We maintain an integrated Safety Management Program with mill-specific safety plans, contractor training, and annual external audits while achieving industry-recognized safety performance awards.
How can investors access West Fraser's financial information?
Our financial reports, stock information, and annual reports are available in the Investors section of our website and through our listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange and New York Stock Exchange.
