Sustainability

At Cascades, we are powering a current of change together.

Aerial view of the Nicolet River Kingsey Falls, a Cascades trailer crossing a bridge

Sustainability is in our DNA
since 1964​

At Cascades, for more than 60 years, we have been revealing the potential of materials, ideas, and people. Today, our leadership is expressed with conviction, driven by our commitments and grounded in science. Together with our experts, we pursue a shared ambition: maximizing our partners’ potential while minimizing their environmental impact.

 

Discover Our Story

Our Recognitions

Cascades stands out through these distinctions, which reflect its leadership in sustainability.

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Our Approach to Sustainability

At Cascades, we are committed to maximizing our partners’ potential 
while minimizing their impact.

Compressed bales of recycled cardboard made from recovered materials for recycling and sustainable packaging production.

Since our beginnings, we have been transforming recycled wood and paper fibres into hygiene and packaging solutions. Recycled fibres remain the primary raw material in our processes. When virgin fibres are required, we prioritize FSC® certified or FSC® compliant sources. At every stage of the value chain, we work with partners whose practices we assess to ensure they align with our expectations.

Selection of eco-designed products including cardboard packaging, molded containers and sustainable tissue paper products.

Behind each roll and box lies expertise, innovation, research and a commitment to developing value-added products for our customers, while minimizing their environmental footprint. Guided by science, we rely on recognized eco-design principles and life cycle assessment to develop more sustainable products.

Our Eco-Design Principles

Our Products and Services

Compressed bales of recycled cardboard made from recovered materials for recycling and sustainable packaging production.

For decades, we have worked to improve the efficiency of our operations by reducing water and energy consumption, as well as our greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This continuous improvement is at the core of our environmental performance.

2.5 x

less energy compared to the North American paper industry average.*

4.9 x

less water compared to the North American paper industry average.*

25 %

less GHG emissions compared to the North American paper industry average.*

Two factory employees wearing safety equipment in a modern and safe manufacturing environment.

At Cascades, people are at the heart of everything we do. By consistently promoting the health and safety, development and well-being of our teams, we cultivate a respectful and inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of backgrounds and experiences of all our Cascaders.

Our Employees

Careers at Cascades

Employees from diverse backgrounds joining hands to symbolize collaboration, inclusion and collective commitment.

Donations and Sponsorships

Cascades has always believed in the importance of giving back to the community.

Each year, we support organizations that make a positive difference in the communities where we operate.

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2026-2030 Sustainability Plan

We are proud to present our fifth 2026-2030 Sustainability Plan, built on collaboration with our partners and employees.

Together, we can power a current of change.

To get better every day. For the environment. For our employees. For our customers. For our partners.


View Our Commitments

*Calculation based on Cascades performance vs. the average of the North American paper industry in 2025, according to FisherSolve®, © 2025 Fisher International, a ResourceWise company.