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CKCA at Uniboard in Sayabec, Quebec.
CKCA hosted its 2026 National Forum in Quebec Oct 5-8.
The extended program welcomed 80 manufacturers and suppliers from across Canada.
The group started in Quebec City and headed north to Rimouski to tour Miralis, a state-of-the-art kitchen cabinet manufacturing facility that, according to feedback from attendees, was “worth the extra long bus ride!”
The group then headed even further into the heart of Quebec to tour Uniboard in Sayabec.
Additional tours over the four-day event included a stop at Miralis Surfaces, Armoires Distinction and Premoule Postform Countertop Plant.
There were several presentations including a presentation from three leaders in the industry who have been working to advance the Safeguard, including Daniel Drapeau, president of Miralis; Lionel Dubrofsky, chairman of Uniboard, and Stan Pauls, owner of Decor Cabinets. Alain Ouzilleau, president of Cabico was unable to attend as he continues to make regular trips to Washington, D.C.
CKCA President Luke Elias (Muskoka Cabinet Company) and CKCA Vice President, Rishelle Tarr (Westwood Cabinetry) congratulated Pete Fournier (The Triangle Group) for his 8+ years on the CKCA board in 2027.
Sepp Gmeiner of Lignum Consulting co-presented with Luke Elias providing an update from the IWF show in Atlanta and the topic of Improving your Factory.
The CKCA Manufacturers Round Table was face-to-face and well attended with a lively discussion on a wide range of topics.
Overall, while attendance at this National Forum was smaller than usual, the focus remained on business, the networking was great and while there was more travelling than usual, the event got great reviews from participants.
CKCA is also very grateful to the many sponsors who help support these events.
The next face-to-face event will be held in Surrey, B.C. for the CKCA Spring Regional Event April 6-8, 2027.
Watch the CKCA website for details.
