What is the Advanced Wood Products (AWP) manufacturing sector?
The AWP sector is an important part of Canada’s manufacturing industry. It covers all businesses or enterprises that produce wood products that have been altered from their original form so that they become “valued-added” or “finished” marketable goods. Our manufacturers produce some of the most beautiful, durable and cherished products in homes and businesses. These advanced wood products are produced in five industries; furniture industry, cabinet industry, wood & door industry, millwork industry, and factory-built housing & building components industry. Examples of finished products include wood and upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets, wood windows and doors. Primary forests products such as basic lumber or paper products are not covered in this sector.
