2022 Print Industries Wage + Benefits Report Released (whattheythink.com)

TC Transcontinental is proud to have won the Mercure award in the "Innovative Manufacturers – Large Business" category, in recognition of innovation in the Corporation’s Packaging Sector to promote sustainability and a circular economy. The prestigious Mercuriades business competition is held by the Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec (FCCQ). The Mercure for "Innovative Manufacturers", presented by Investissement Québec, is awarded to a company that exemplifies strategic vision and capacity for technological innovation to optimize the performance of its products and services. “I’m extremely proud that TC Transcontinental has received this recognition from Québec’s business community,” said François Olivier, President and Chief Executive Officer of TC Transcontinental. “We invest millions of dollars annually in research and development in our Packaging Sector to fund innovation and broaden our offering of recyclable, postconsumer recycled content, or compostable plastic packaging products.

The Sustainable Green Printing Partnership (SGP), the leading authority in sustainable printing certifications, announced today that Ultraflex Systems Inc. has become part of the SGP Community as a gold SGP Patron. Ultraflex’s action to become involved in SGP helps to ensure the long-term endurance of sustainable product offerings. “We believe sustainability is integral to our industry, present and future,” said Kylie Schleicher, director of product development & product manager, Ultraflex. “As a leader in the industry, we are responsible for taking the required measures to contribute to the sustainable development of digital print materials. Our company’s research and development are the foundation for superior products and performance. We are excited to grow within the community and market new solutions that limit the use of natural resources, reduce waste, and promote the reuse of materials.”

Transcontinental Inc.'s Media Sector, TC Media, announced the sale of its Saint-Jérôme-based weekly Journal Le Nord, as well as its related web property, to Journal Le Nord inc., a company led by Ms. Josée Pilotte, also publisher and owner of the Accès, LE journal des Pays-d'en-Haut newspaper. The 8 employees of this newspaper are transferred to the acquirer, along with 2 employees from TC Media's Production team. The Corporation would like to thank them for their professionalism and wishes them the best for the future. Furthermore, TC Transcontinental also concluded a multi-year printing and distribution agreement with the acquirer.