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On December 2, 2025, North Cowichan learned that Domtar would be permanently closing operations at the Crofton mill, affecting 350 local workers.
Originally built in 1956, the mill has long been a major employer and taxpayer in North Cowichan and the broader Cowichan region. Its closure will have a profound effect on the community, including the loss of high-paying jobs, tax revenue that supports core services, and wider economic spinoffs. Currently Domtar is North Cowichan’s single largest taxpayer, contributing approximately $5 million annually in property taxes.
News releases
- December 2, 2025: A statement regarding the announcement of the closure of the Crofton mill
- December 5, 2025: North Cowichan responds to Crofton mill closure
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