The Global Mission Mission — the virtual version — kick-offs today with opening remarks by Beth MacNeil, ADM Natural Resources Canada; George Chow, BC Ministry of State for Trade; and Katrine Conroy, BC Minister of Forests. At 4:00 pm (PST), several hundred pre-qualified wood buyers and specifiers will start heading to the Whistler tradeshow floor to visit to visit the participating supplier booths and take in some of the 30 minute industry webinars. Today’s topics include:
- Appearance Glulam Beams by Fraserwood Industries
- Strategic Use of Timber Frame in Contemporary Architecture by Island Timber Frame
- Eye-Catching and Durable Pre-Fab Solid Wood Building Systems by Pan-Abode
- Introduction to Cedar Shakes & Shingles by Cedar Shake and Shingle Bureau
- Budgeting and Pricing Mass Timber Projects by Western Archrib
- Exploration in Wood: TEXTURES by Barker Manufacturing
- Using the Know Your Client Method by Isabey Interiors-Norelco Cabinets
- Increased Energy-Efficiency with Prefabricated Panelized Building Solutions: by Pacific Homes
- Overview of the Fire-Retardant Wood Industry in North America by Chemco-Watkins
- LVL-Laminated Veneer Lumber-an attractive Mass Timber Option by Brisco Manufacturing
- Authenticity to Timber Frame in Buildings by Daizen Joinery
- Energy Modelling and Trade-offs: by BC Log and Timber Builders Industry Association
- Use of Architectural Wood Cladding in Buildings by Silva Timber Products