Cascades (OTCMKTS:CADNF) is a Canadian leader in the production, conversion and marketing of packaging and tissue products composed mainly of recycled fibres. Headquartered in Kingsey Falls, Quebec, the company operates a network of manufacturing facilities across North America and Europe. Since its founding in 1964, Cascades has focused on sustainable solutions that meet the needs of consumer goods companies, retailers and foodservice businesses.
The company’s operations are organized into three primary segments: packaging specialties, tissue papers and recovery and recycling. In packaging specialties, Cascades offers containerboard, boxboard, folding cartons and specialty packaging for a variety of end markets, including food and beverage, healthcare and industrial products. Its tissue papers division supplies consumer and away-from-home products such as bath tissue, paper towels, napkins and specialty rolls. The recovery and recycling arm collects used fibre and paper, supplying raw materials that underpin Cascades’ closed-loop manufacturing model.
Cascades serves customers throughout Canada, the United States, Europe and Latin America, tailoring its offerings to local market requirements while maintaining a consistent commitment to environmental performance. The company was founded by brothers Bernard and Alain Lemaire and remains family-involved. Today, Cascades is led by President and Chief Executive Officer Mario Plourde, with Alain Lemaire serving as Chair of the Board. Under their guidance, Cascades continues to pursue growth opportunities in sustainable packaging and tissue solutions.
