2027 Conference:
May 26 - 29
Fairmont Chateau Whistler
4599 Chateau Blvd
Whistler, BC
Canada
2028 Conference:
May 31 - June 3
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
1 Old Lodge Road
Jasper, AB
Canada
2029 Conference:
May 30 - June 2
Fairmont Chateau Whistler
4599 Chateau Blvd
Whistler, BC
Canada
The PACWEST Conference is an in-person technical conference in the Pulp and Paper industry. This annual event provides opportunities for collaboration and learning while bringing together industry leaders and suppliers.
Join us as we address the challenges of today and generate opportunities for the future.
PACWEST Conference 2027 will present these core elements:
Senior Executives
Forum Panel
Our panel brings together leading industry experts to share their perspectives, address key challenges, and offer valuable insights. Expect an engaging discussion that will inform and entertain.
Technical Sessions
Presentations highlight innovation and operational excellence, showcasing practical solutions, process improvements, and emerging technologies relevant to mills and suppliers.
Training
Courses
To advance the pulp and paper industry through education and innovation, training courses offer attendees in-depth, practical learning directly from industry leaders.
Sponsorship
Enhance business relationships, enjoy recognition throughout the conference, and earn the lasting appreciation of the Organizing Committee by sponsoring 2027.
Supplier
Trade Fair
Strengthen customer relationships, boost brand visibility, and connect through valuable networking opportunities by joining our supplier trade fair.
Awards Dinner & Entertainment
Join us for a memorable evening as we recognize and honour esteemed colleagues at our gala dinner, followed by a night of fun with your fellow conference attendees.
Spouse/Guest
Program
Each year, we organize a variety of unique and exciting activities for guests accompanying conference attendees.
Join us for laughter and fun!
Meetings & Roundtables *
- Mill Managers & Senior Executives Roundtable
- Engineering Managers Roundtable
- Maintenance Managers Roundtable
- Mechanical Pulping Roundtable
- Pulp Machine Superintendents Roundtable
- Technical / Environmental Roundtable
* For Mill personnel by invitation only; if this is your position of responsibility, please contact us if you do not receive an invitation; subject to change
PACWEST has a strong tradition of technical learning, sharing and collaboration.
On behalf of the PACWEST Organizing Committee, we invite our colleagues from North America and beyond to participate in this exceptional conference, where unparalleled opportunities for learning, networking, and discussing shared challenges and opportunities await.
We look forward to welcoming you to Whistler!
PACWEST Chair
Steve Bird
Domtar
PACWEST Co-Chair
Andrew Madsen
Andritz
Policy on Canadian Competition Act
Every effort is made by the PACWEST Conference to ensure that all operations comply with the Canadian Competition Act's rules.
Each conference participant has a responsibility to make sure that his/her actions do not violate the act. Terms and conditions of sales, business production plans, operating costs, marketing plans and strategies, as well as any other confidential corporate information, should not be revealed.
Please consult your counsel for advice if you have any questions.