
About
Provided by Dentons Canada LLP
Forest Products and Agribusiness in Canada
The growth of the Canadian forest products and agribusiness industries is rooted in innovation. Dentons provides the guidance necessary to keep you well informed regarding the regulation of non-traditional products and services (including products developed from forest biomass) and advances in precision farming technologies, agricultural productivity and infrastructure, and can strongly defend you should the case arise. Dentons will provide you with the legal support needed in order to modernize and grow in this sector.
You require a partner with a local, national and international talent pool that can address the needs of an industry that is at the forefront of change. Your business may be based in Canada, but your market and pricing focus is global. No matter the size of your organization or what stage of market integration you are in, we have the in-depth and comprehensive industry knowledge required to provide solutions to the financial, operational, employment and labour, leasing and real estate issues you will face. Turn to us for guidance regarding the purchase, sale or repurposing and revitalization of mills and other properties related to the industry.
Chambers Review
Dentons is an international firm with a prominent focus on the Canadian agriculture, food and forestry industries. The agribusiness group acts for a significant portfolio of clients on a wide variety of matters, spanning corporate/M&A, financing, restructuring, operations, labour relations, regulatory compliance and litigation. The team's experience includes representing clients working in the forest products, farming, fertiliser, and food and beverage sectors. The firm often acts for global clients on the Canadian aspects of multi-jurisdictional deals.
Work Highlights
- Dentons assisted Millar Western with the sale of its wood product assets to Canfor for CAD420 million.
Notable Practitioners

Stephen Lloyd is based in Montréal and is well respected for his capabilities in forestry matters ranging from regulatory advice to corporate transactions and disputes.
"Stephen Lloyd has a very strong background related to the forest products sector and developing products within."

Vancouver-based Robin Longe is highly regarded for his strengths in corporate matters within the forestry sector, most significantly in acquisitions, attribution agreements and harvesting contracts.