The Organizing Committee is pleased to announce that the next Montréal Wood Convention (MWC) will take place on April 8-10, 2025 at the Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth in Montréal. 

After a record-breaking year of participation and booth booking in 2024, the MWC team is looking forward to seeing you again next year for an action-packed three-day event in the beautiful city of Montréal. 

As always, the MWC provides a rich program including the trade show, conferences on key topics, and tons of networking opportunities. The detailed program will be announced later this fall. 

The Montréal Wood Convention is the largest event in Canada for the wood products industry, with a typical attendance of around 1,150 delegates from North America and overseas. 

We hope to see you in Montréal next year! 

Montréal, Canada— The Montréal Wood Convention (MWC) 2024, the premier event for the wood industry in North America and the largest of its kind in Canada, has drawn over 1150 participants from across the globe with 112 booths showcasing the latest trends, technologies, and products by the biggest companies in the industry. Back-to-back record breaker years for the MWC.

The MWC took place from April 9 to 11, 2024, at the Queen Elizabeth Hotel in Montréal and featured series of seminars, discussions, and panel sessions featuring leading industry experts. One of the highlights of the event was the keynote speech by tech titan Michelle Romanov where she opened up about her own entrepreneurial experiences and offered valuable tips applicable to the wood industry and beyond. Benjamin Tal’s perspectives on economy was also very popular among the participants.

According to Sven Gustavsson, the Event Director, the Montréal Wood Convention 2024 was a great success on many fronts.

“The event was a success because we were again able to bring the wood industry together. The networking opportunities along with the learning sessions with our great set of speakers are always a good mix to provide participants a value-added experience. This annual meeting is important for the wood industry in North America and worldwide and the presence of key industry players is always a sign of our relevancy, which we are always aiming to.”

Julie Gravel, organizing committee member and North American Commodities Sales Manager at GreenFirst Forest, reaffirms the convention's significance as a key hub for everyone involved in the wood industry.

“The event is important to learn about not only your specified field of work, but also to learn about the new trends along the whole wood industry chain. We are all interconnected, whether it’s wood product producers, wholesalers, retailers or equipment companies, and the MWC reflects that reality in a way other events cannot replicate.”

The MWC importance is paired with the importance of the forest industry for the Canadian economy. It represents a contribution to GDP of over $20 billion, representing 8% of the Canadian manufacturing sector. With exports of over $38 billion in 2023, the sector boasts a solid positive trade balance (nearly $22 billion). As for lumber, Canada remains the 2nd largest producer, and in 2022, became, once again, the world's largest exporter. In 2022, the forestry industry accounted for over 200,000 direct jobs (foresters, scientists, engineers, computer specialists, technicians, and skilled workers), and remains a pillar of economic development for many municipalities from coast to coast.

The event, which has its roots in the Canadian Lumbermen’s Association (CLA) Convention, first held in 1908, was revamped and restarted in 2013 by four industry associations in Eastern Canada, the Maritime Lumber Bureau (MLB), the Ontario Forest Industry Association (OFIA), the Québec Forest Industry Council (QFIC) and the Québec Wood Export Bureau (QWEB). 

In an initiative to support women in the wood industry and promote gender equality, the Montréal Wood Convention (MWC) is proud to announce a partnership with Women Of Lumber & Forestry (WOLF) starting in 2024.

The partnership will see WOLF and MWC support each other in efforts to make the lumber industry a welcoming place for women and promote their events.

WOLF was founded in 2018 by Kaitlyn and Lauren Chimko of Dakeryn Industries. Their focus is hosting female-oriented events and networking opportunities to connect and uplift women in the industry. “The MWC is one of the most important lumber events in North America and we are excited to bring women together at the show and expand our growing community.”

For Sven Gustavsson, Director of the Montréal Wood Convention, it’s only natural to support Women Of Lumber & Forestry in their effort to connect and grow the great workforce that are women in the wood industry. “WOLF is an organic force in the industry and an example to follow for the years to come. It was only natural for us to partner with WOLF and help them grow. They will also help us adapt our event for women in the industry so that everyone can feel welcome at the MWC. A few members of the MWC organizing committee, especially Julie Gravel (GreenFirst), Rob Hruby (Weston), and Nadine Denault (Interfor) have all been instrumental in the establishment of this new partnership.”

Kaitlyn and Lauren from WOLF are looking forward to the MWC 2024 and are kicking it off with a Women’s Networking Luncheon on Tuesday, April 9th at noon at Bar George, sponsored by Dakeryn and Weston. There is limited capacity so please secure your ticket as soon as you can by registering HERE.

If you are still not registered for the Montréal Wood Convention 2024, you can also do it by clicking on Register to Attend.

See you in Montréal!

Media Contacts:

Alex Fortin – Communications Advisor

Montréal Wood Convention

afortin@quebecwoodexport.com

418 290-8993

Lauren Chimko – Co-Founder

Women of Lumber and Forestry

Lauren_Chimko@dakeryn.com

604 290-8780

Get ready to kickstart your day with a burst of creativity at the Montréal Wood Convention 2024's Breakfast Conference session! We are thrilled to announce that the highly acclaimed David Usher will be taking the stage on Thursday, April 11th, at 7:30 a.m. to deliver a captivating talk on "Igniting Innovation: Creative Thinking in the Age of AI." David Usher montera sur scène le jeudi 11 avril, à 7 h 30, pour donner une conférence captivante sur le thème « La pensée créative à l’ère de l’IA ». 

David Usher brings a unique perspective as the lead singer of Moist, a multi-platinum, four-time Juno award-winning musician, bestselling author, and the visionary founder of the artificial intelligence creative studio, Reimagine AI. During this session, David Usher will delve into the intersection of creativity and artificial intelligence.  

Mark your calendars for Thursday, April 11th, and be sure to arrive early for a seat at this not-to-be-missed Breakfast Conference. Ignite your innovation journey with David Usher and start your day on a creative high! 

We're thrilled to unveil Michele Romanow as our esteemed Keynote Speaker for the Luncheon on Wednesday, April 10th, at the Montréal Wood Convention 2024!

Michele Romanow is not your average entrepreneur – she's a tech titan, a dragon, and an influential figure in the business world. As a serial entrepreneur, Michele has successfully launched six companies before celebrating her 35th birthday, showcasing her exceptional talent and determination.

Known as a "Dragon" on CBC's hit show, Dragons' Den, Michele is the Co-Founder and Executive Chair at Clearco Canada, the world's largest e-commerce investor. Clearco has invested over $5 billion into 10,000 entrepreneurs across 13 countries, significantly impacting the global business landscape.

Again, please mark your calendar for Wednesday, April 10th, as Michele Romanow will share her insights and experiences during this exclusive luncheon. This is your chance to glean inspiration from one of Canada's most influential business leaders.

Secure your spot for the Montréal Wood Convention 2024 now by clicking here.

As the Montréal Wood Convention 2024 approaches, we are thrilled to announce a highlight of this year's event – the CEO Panel featuring industry leaders. This dynamic panel is set to take place on April 11th. It promises to be a pivotal moment for anyone involved or interested in the softwood market trends and the broader wood industry challenges.

Again, this year, the panel is composed of insightful CEOs who are thrilled to share their knowledge with all participants: Amar S.Doman, Chairman & CEO at Doman Building Materials Group Ltd., L.T. Gibson, Chairman & CEO at US LBM, and Ian Fillinger, President & CEO at Interfor. Steve Rhone, President & CEO at Weston Forest, will act as a moderator on this impressive panel and have the responsibility to get the most out of the panelists’ answers!

Attendees can anticipate a deep dive into market dynamics, emerging opportunities, and challenges shaping the industry's future. This is a rare opportunity to learn firsthand from leaders at the forefront of innovation and change.

Secure your spot at the Montréal Wood Convention 2024 and join us for this enlightening CEO Panel.

Register by clicking here.

We look forward to seeing you there.

The Montréal Wood Convention 2024 heard you loud and clear. The Industry Seminar on Economy and Markets was a big success due to the presence of great speakers and we wanted to give our participants what they asked for!

As such, Mr. Benjamin Tal, Managing Director and Deputy Chief Economist at CIBC Capital Markets Inc. will be back at the Convention’s Industry Seminar on Economy and Markets with a new and updated “Economic Outlook - Turning the Corner?”.

His vast experience and knowledge of various economic topics enable him to give a clear picture of what to expect. Mr. Tal will also be available to answer your questions at this session.

Are you interested in attending Mr. Tal’s conference? Register now for the full event on our Website.

The Fairmont Queen Elizabeth in Montréal has a room for you! 

Also, the MWC 2024 is coming fast and this year again we teamed up with the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth in Montréal to offer you the best hospitality in town.

With a special room rate of 277$ CAD plus taxes per night for the event participants, The Queen Elizabeth offers an exhaustive list of services to make your stay hassle-free.

As the venue of the convention, it is your best choice to make your participation at the MWC 2024 as effective as possible. Even better, the hotel is in downtown Montréal close to all the attractions the city has to offer.

Click here. to book a room! 

Registrations for the Montréal Wood Convention 2024 are officially open!

We are eager to see you next spring in Montréal at the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel from April 9 to 11, 2024.

The MWC 2024 will offer you a trade show, industry-related presentations, and networking opportunities. With the return of our official mobile app, you can reach other participants to organize meetings, watch conferences live, ask questions, and check out the profiles of exhibitors.

Keep reading below to find out which registration category you should choose.

Exhibitors

Il existe deux gammes de prix pour les exposants : les membres et les non-membresThere are two pricing ranges for the exhibitors. Members and Non-Members. They both come with two Convention passes. Only regular members (wood producers) of one of the four organizing associations are entitled to the member price. The non-member exhibitor rate applies to associate members.

Note that lumber producers with an annual production of 25 million board feet or more are required to have a booth at the Trade Show. In other words, these producers cannot participate in the event without having a booth.

Click on the link to complete your registration form: https://montrealwoodconvention.com/en/exposer/

Reminder: You can choose your booth space once the payment is completed. The link to access it will be available in the confirmation email.

Pay close attention to the plan since there are three different booth sizes: 6x8 booths are in blue, 8x8 booths are in gray and 8x10 booths are in green. The booth spaces in red are unavailable. All the booths are the same price, first come first serve.

If you have any questions about the exhibitor registration process, write to info@montrealwoodconvention.com.

Hurry up to get the best booth space! 

Participants

If you want to attend the MWC 2024, you have two options: attend in-person or virtually. If you intend to get a booth, please register as an exhibitor.

You will benefit from the “Early-Bird Registration” rate if you complete your registration before February 8, 2024.

Click on the link to complete your registration form: https://montrealwoodconvention.com/en/attend/

See you in Montréal!  

The Organizing Committee is pleased to announce that the next Montréal Wood Convention will take place on April 9-11, 2024 at the Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth in Montréal. 

After a record-breaking year of participation in 2023, the MWC team is looking forward to seeing you again next year for an action-packed three-day event in the beautiful city of Montréal. 

As always, the MWC provides a rich program including the trade show, conferences on key topics, and tons of networking opportunities. The detailed program will be announced later this fall. 

The Montreal Wood Convention is the largest event in Canada for the wood products industry, with a typical attendance of around 1,000 delegates from North America and overseas. 

We hope to see you in Montréal next year! 

Montréal, Canada— The Montréal Wood Convention 2023, a premier event for the wood industry in North America, took place from April 18 to 20, 2023, at the Queen Elizabeth Hotel in Montréal. The convention attracted 1100 participants from around the world and featured 110 booths showcasing the latest trends, technologies, and products by the biggest companies in the industry. A record number of participants for the event.

In addition to the booths, the convention hosted a series of seminars, discussions, and panel sessions featuring leading industry experts. The keynote speaker Laurent Duvernay-Tardif, an NFL player for the New York Jets, was undoubtly the star of the event. He charmed the participants with his journey from professional football to medical school, and discussed the importance of leadership, perseverance, and adaptability.

In addition to the keynote speech and CEO-Panel, the convention featured a variety of other events and activities with networking opportunities and an industry seminar on the economy and markets.

According to Sven Gustavsson, the event director, the Montréal Wood Convention 2023 was a success that provided opportunity for the wood industry to come together and share ideas, knowledge, and innovations. “We are delighted that people enjoyed such a diverse range of seminars and discussions at this year’s convention,” said Gustavsson. “The presence of so many important players in the industry is another proof of the relevance and necessity of this annual meeting for the wood industry in North America and worldwide”.

The forest industry is a major contributor to the Canadian economy with a GDP contribution of nearly $20 billion (2012 chained dollars), representing 8% of Canada’s manufacturing sector. With exports of more than $46 billion in 2022, the sector has a strong positive trade balance (close to $30 billion). In terms of softwood lumber, Canada remains the world’s 2th largest producer and the 2th largest exporter. The forest industry provided 2021 more than 210,000 direct jobs (foresters, scientists, engineers, computer specialists, technicians, and skilled workers) and is still a pillar of economic development for many municipalities from coast to coast.

“The Montréal Wood Convention reconfirms its role as the key Canadian hub for producers, wholesalers, and retailers of wood products. We are delighted with the record participation from the United States and Canada, as well as the significant presence from overseas markets,” explains Sylvain Labbé, President and CEO of the Quebec Wood Export Bureau (QWEB) and a member of the organizing committee.

The Montréal Wood Convention has continued to grow in popularity since its inception, despite a hiatus due to the global pandemic of COVID-19. Each year, the varied program and the quality of participating companies reflect the latest market trends and the many changes in the industry.

The event, which has its roots in the Canadian Lumbermen’s Association (CLA) Convention, first held in 1908, was revamped and restarted in 2013 by four industry associations in Eastern Canada, the Maritime Lumber Bureau (MLB), the Ontario Forest Industry Association (OFIA), the Québec Forest Industry Council (QFIC) and the Québec Wood Export Bureau (QWEB).