Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Sustainable Building Materials Experts
Interfor Pacific stands as one of the world's largest forest products companies, dedicated to delivering sustainable building materials across North America and globally. Since our founding in 1963, we have prioritized environmental stewardship, safety, and innovation in every aspect of our operations. Our commitment to sustainable forestry and responsible manufacturing has positioned us as a trusted partner for customers seeking high-quality lumber and engineered wood products. With over 4.7 billion board feet of annual lumber capacity from state-of-the-art facilities, we strengthen local economies while adhering to rigorous environmental and social governance standards. Our values of honesty, respect, and excellence guide every decision, ensuring we meet the evolving needs of our employees, customers, and communities.From dimensional lumber to specialty wood products, our diverse offerings cater to residential, commercial, and industrial applications. We invest continuously in modernizing our operations to maintain product consistency and reliability, supported by a dedicated team with decades of industry expertise. Our executive leadership combines strategic vision with hands-on experience to drive sustainable growth and operational excellence. Through partnerships and community engagement, we strive to create long-term value while mitigating environmental impacts and promoting equitable development. This unwavering focus on sustainability and quality has solidified our reputation as a leader in the forest products industry.
Services
Lumber Supply
Specialty Wood Products
Engineered Wood
Sustainable Forestry
Log Procurement
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- We offer over 60 years of expertise in sustainable forest management.
- Our products meet rigorous environmental certification standards.
- We maintain a 4.7 billion board feet annual lumber production capacity.
- Our leadership team has decades of industry-specific experience.
- We operate 40+ facilities across North America with efficient logistics.
Services
Dimension Lumber
Interfor Pacific produces high-quality dimensional lumber from species like Spruce-Pine-Fir and Southern Yellow Pine, ideal for residential and commercial construction. Our products meet exacting structural standards while supporting sustainable forestry practices. Customers benefit from consistent supply and precise specifications tailored to project requirements.
Specialty Wood Products
We offer premium specialty wood including Western Red Cedar decking and Douglas Fir-Larch engineered products. These materials combine natural aesthetics with durability for architectural applications. Each product undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure performance in demanding environments.
Sustainable Forestry
Our operations prioritize long-term forest health through certified sustainable practices. By managing 4 million acres of Canadian tenure and maintaining strict harvesting protocols, we ensure renewable resource availability while protecting ecosystems and supporting Indigenous partnerships.
Engineered Wood
Interfor Pacific's P3 Joists provide high-performance alternatives for floor and roof systems. These APA-certified products combine predictable performance with ease of installation, meeting modern construction demands while maintaining environmental responsibility through efficient material utilization.
Log Procurement
We manage comprehensive log procurement across North America, ensuring optimal fiber quality for manufacturing. Our supply chain integrates advanced logistics to maintain consistent raw material flow, supporting production efficiency and timely delivery of finished products to market.
People
Ian Fillinger
President & CEO
With over 30 years in the lumber industry, Ian Fillinger leads Interfor Pacific's strategic growth. He joined in 2005 and became CEO in 2020, driving operational excellence through progressive leadership roles and industry expertise.
Rick Pozzebon
Chief Financial Officer
Rick Pozzebon oversees financial operations with 15+ years in corporate finance. A CFA Charterholder, he joined in 2014 and brings mining sector experience to Interfor Pacific's financial strategy and corporate development initiatives.
Bart Bender
Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing
Bart Bender directs global sales with 30+ years in wood products. He joined in 2015, leveraging prior roles at Ainsworth Engineered and Talco to strengthen customer relationships and logistics efficiency across North America.
Andrew Horahan
Executive Vice President, Canadian Operations
Andrew Horahan manages Canadian manufacturing since 2008. His engineering background and operational expertise have driven mill modernization projects, achieving record financial performance while integrating sustainable practices across BC operations.
Bruce Luxmoore
Executive Vice President, U.S. Operations
Bruce Luxmoore leads U.S. operations with technical expertise from Wood Products Technology. He has overseen mill expansions and operational improvements since 2007, delivering consistent financial results through optimized production and supply chain management.
Questions
What sustainable practices does Interfor Pacific implement?
We practice certified sustainable forestry, manage 4 million acres of Canadian tenure, and maintain strict harvesting protocols to ensure renewable resources while protecting ecosystems and supporting Indigenous partnerships.
What wood products does Interfor Pacific manufacture?
We produce dimensional lumber, specialty wood (Western Red Cedar, Douglas Fir), engineered wood systems, and structural components for residential, commercial, and industrial applications across North America.
How does Interfor Pacific ensure product quality?
Our lumber undergoes rigorous quality control testing to meet industry standards, utilizing advanced process technology for consistency and performance in every product we deliver.
Where are Interfor Pacific's operations located?
We operate 40+ facilities across North America, including locations in British Columbia, Ontario, the U.S. South, Pacific Northwest, and Eastern Canada.
What is Interfor Pacific's production capacity?
We maintain an annual lumber capacity of approximately 4.7 billion board feet from world-class facilities, making us one of the largest forest products companies globally.
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