BC’s forest industry welcomed the Conservative election victory, while environmental groups raised concerns over old-growth. In other Business news: Canada and the US resumed discussions on tariffs; Prime Minister Mark Carney is willing to move beyond the Indian Act; the Valemount Specialty Mill closes temporarily; Clearwater Paper reported a Q3, 2026 loss; and the US launched antidumping investigations into corrugated boxes. Meanwhile: global growth holds its ground; lumber futures hit a 25-month low; and home construction is delayed.

In Wood Products news: the US EPA expanded formaldehyde testing options for composite panels; Stora Enso partnered on lignin-based battery materials; and the UK launched a designTimber webinar series. In Forestry news: BC wildland firefighters seek federal recognition; Canadian researchers developed an AI tool for wildfire hazard mapping; the US announced disaster funds for Georgian forests; USFS staffing uncertainty raises concerns in Arizona; Brazil’s election begets hope for the Amazon; and Mexico reported dismantling 123 illegal sawmills.

Finally: Australia’s John Raison says native forestry isn’t the carbon villain critics claim.

Kelly McCloskey, Tree Frog News Editor