Cascades has announced the permanent closure of its corrugated medium manufacturing facility in Niagara Falls, New York, by no later than September 3, 2025.
The decision is part of the company’s ongoing strategy to optimize its packaging production platform and improve profitability.
The Niagara Falls site currently has an annual production capacity of 200,000 short tons. One of the two paper machines at the facility was already shut down in 2023. Cascades estimates closure-related costs at approximately $5 million.
“This is a difficult decision, but it’s an essential step in optimizing the performance of our Packaging sector,” said Jean-David Tardif, Executive Vice-President, Packaging at Cascades. “We are focused on simplifying, optimizing, and positioning ourselves for strategic and sustainable growth.”
The closure will directly affect 123 employees. Cascades says it will work closely with those impacted and provide job search support. The company also emphasized the site’s longstanding contribution to the local community during its 38 years of operation.
Cascades plans to ensure a seamless customer transition through synergies created by its streamlined production network.
Founded in 1964, Cascades provides sustainable, innovative, and value-added solutions in packaging, hygiene, and recovery. The company employs approximately 9,600 people across 66 operating facilities in North America. Cascades shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol CAS.
