West Fraser
Overview:
Forged by the hard work of its founding brothers and a band of pioneering employees, West Fraser holds its ground as a thriving organization more than six decades later. From a modest 12-person crew at Two Mile Flat, the company has blossomed into North America’s largest lumber producer.
Founders: Sam, Bill and Pete Ketcham
Headquarters: Quesnel, B.C, Canada
Expansions: A $10 million expansion in the Henderson Industrial Park across from their existing lumber mill operation, with expected completion by mid-2024
Expansions: One of the largest lumber producers in North America
Founded in 1955
Core Values:
- Cost control across all business aspects
- Efficient, modern mills
- Responsibility and leadership in environmental performance
- Active employee involvement in the business
- Relentless pursuit of excellence in all endeavors
CEO's Statement:
Ray Ferris, the CEO, emphasizes that “cost management is critical to our success. When lumber markets change, it means we can adapt quickly to keep our mills running and our employees working.”
Accolades:
West Fraser continues to be a global lumber production giant, marking its presence with numerous recognitions including.
- One of Canada’s Top 100 Employers eight times
- One of Canada’s 10 Best Companies to Work For in 2014
- A Top Employer for Young People five times
- A B.C. Top Employer six times
- One of Canada’s 10 Best Companies to Work For in 2014
- A Best Employer for Recent Graduates twice
- Two-time winner of the Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures award