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West Fraser shakes up senior management roles

West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. has made several changes to its management team to reflect the company’s growing assets.

• Sean McLaren, currently the company’s president, solid wood, will become the company’s chief operating officer,
• Kevin Burke, currently the company’s vice-president, North American engineered wood products and renewable energy, will become the company’s senior vice-president, wood products,
• Keith Carter, currently the company’s vice-president, Western Canada operations, will become the company’s senior vice-president, Western Canada, and
• Alan McMeekin, currently the company’s vice-president, European engineered wood products, will become the company’s senior vice-president, Europe.

“These changes further strengthen our management capacity and prepare us for continued success.  I am delighted that each of these senior leaders has agreed to take on additional responsibilities within the company,” said Ray Ferris, president and chief executive officer.