Canada's Minister of Natural Resources recently announced $2.6 million in funding for a project that is helping sustain jobs in rural communities in Saskatchewan and advance the transformation of Canada's forest sector. This investment is the final instalment of support from the $1-billion Pulp and Paper Green Transformation Program (PPGTP).
"The Harper Government recognizes that the forest sector is an important economic driver in communities across Canada, and we remain committed to the ongoing transformation of Canada's forest industry," said MP Clarke. "That is why our Government is supporting the forest sector by investing in world-class forest research, technological innovation and improving environmental performance."
"Investments like those announced today are part of our Government's strategy to protect jobs and ensure a more sustainable future for Canada's forest industries," added Minister Oliver. "We are engaged to further transform this sector and help open new market opportunities and foster innovation."
The funding is enabling Meadow Lake Mechanical Pulp mill in Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan, to improve the energy efficiency of the mill through the installation of two low-consistency refiners that reduce its consumption of electricity while maintaining the same pulp quality.
