October 3, 2025<\/p>\n
The Towns of Kapuskasing, Hearst, Cochrane and Chapleau today thanked the Province of Ontario and the Government of Canada for agreeing to a path forward that provides near-term stability for Kap Paper while partners continue work on a long-term solution. The shared focus is protecting jobs and supporting the regional economy across Northeastern Ontario.<\/p>\n
Details will be shared as they are finalized. In the meantime, municipal leaders will continue working with Kap Paper and both levels of government on a plan that supports modernization and long-term competitiveness.<\/p>\n
\u201cResidents, employees and local businesses have shown real resolve,\u201d said Dave Plourde, Mayor of Kapuskasing. \u201cWe appreciate the constructive approach from our provincial and federal partners. We\u2019ll keep working together to secure a durable, long-term future.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is what collaboration looks like,\u201d said Roger Sigouin, Mayor of Hearst. \u201cToday\u2019s step gives our communities the time we need to keep moving forward\u2014calmly, deliberately, and with people at the centre.\u201d<\/p>\n
The communities thank the Province of Ontario for its previous support and for helping establish this near-term stability plan. We also appreciate the Government of Canada\u2019s constructive engagement\u2014including the ongoing efforts of Minister M\u00e9lanie Joly, Minister Patty Hajdu, officials at Finance Canada, and the Prime Minister\u2019s Office. Kap Paper extends thanks to its employees, union partners, customers, suppliers and regional stakeholders for standing with the mill while partners complete the work ahead.<\/p>\n
About Kap Paper<\/p>\n
Kap Paper is a Northern Ontario mill with more than a century of roots in the community. The company and its regional partners support a broad ecosystem of workers, contractors and local businesses across the Northeast.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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