FPInnovations announces the appointment of Mathieu Blouin as President and CEO effective as of July 13, 2026, as part of a planned transition. He brings over 20 years of experience in applied forest research, fostering industry partnerships, and organizational leadership; most recently serving as Vice President.
“Industrial research and innovation have never been more important. I am pleased to continue this work with our employees and partners to strengthen our sector competitiveness and support its transformation.” – Mathieu Blouin
FPInnovations’ team extends gratitude to Stéphane Renou, who set the organization firmly on a path defined by impact, value, and rigour. Under his leadership, FPInnovations has moved to a more adaptive and agile model built to respond to the evolving needs of the industry, maximize the value of harvested wood, and serve as a trusted, honest broker of science and data for Canada’s forest sector.
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