West Fraser enters into new US$500M loan agreement, maturing in 2029
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VANCOUVER – West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. says it has entered into a new US$500-million loan agreement, maturing in 2029.
The company says some of the proceeds will be used to retire its existing US$300-million loan term due in 2028.
West Fraser CEO Sean McLaren says entering into the new loan term strengthens the company’s near-term liquidity position, providing more financial flexibility.
The company also declared a dividend of 32 cents US per share, unchanged from the dividend it declared in June.
Canadian forestry companies have been dealing with a difficult backdrop, with tariffs weighing on bottom lines.
Earlier this month, B.C. forestry groups wrote to Premier David Eby saying the industry is at a “breaking point” and calling for urgent action to address challenges ranging from slow-moving provincial processes to steep U.S. tariffs.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Sept. 16, 2026.
Companies in this story: (TSX: WFG)