Quebec Endures Largest Spruce Budworm Outbreak in 50 Years
Quebec's 2026 spruce budworm outbreak has damaged 17.6 million hectares, marking the most severe infestation in the province in 50 years.
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5 storiesnewest firstlatest July 21, 2026
Quebec Endures Largest Spruce Budworm Outbreak in 50 Years
Quebec is experiencing its most severe spruce budworm outbreak in five decades, with 17.6 million hectares of forest damaged in 2026, marking an unprecedented spread compared with past cycles.
Quebec Adds $24 Million to Forest Sector
Quebec announced a $24 million boost for its forest sector and introduced an updated Wood Innovation Program to enhance research and development support. The investment aims to strengthen industry competitiveness and expand access to funding for forestry projects.
Quebec Invests $60 Million to Diversify Sawmills Amid U.S. Tariffs
Quebec is committing $60 million to help sawmills diversify their output, aiming to counter the 45% U.S. lumber tariff and address a growing forest sector crisis.
Quebec Invests $60 M to Diversify Sawmills Amid US Tariffs
Quebec is committing 60 million Canadian dollars to diversify its sawmills in response to a 45 percent U.S. tariff on Canadian lumber, aiming to mitigate the forest sector crisis caused by reduced exports.
