Industry Articles - Olympic Industries

Inside the Summer: Reflections from Our 2025 Commodity Trading Interns

This summer, Olympic Industries welcomed a standout group of commodity trading interns from top universities across Canada. Over the course of four months, they immersed themselves in the fast-paced world…

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Futures vs. Cash Market Trading: Key Differences Explained

At Olympic, we primarily operate in the cash market, also known as the spot market, where lumber is bought and sold for delivery and consumption. However, we also trade in…

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Where Does Your Softwood Lumber Come From?

When we think about the forests of North America, a vast diversity of trees comes to mind, but it’s the softwood species that often stand out for their historical, ecological,…

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Volunteer Day: Pack and Give Back

On a beautiful Tuesday afternoon, the Olympic Industries Operations team stepped away from their desks and into something even more meaningful: helping fight childhood hunger in British Columbia. We had…

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From Intern to Silver Trader: Joel Alexander

When Joel Alexander first joined Olympic Industries back in January 2023 as a Trader Intern, he didn’t just see it as a learning opportunity—he saw it as a future career.…

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An Internship at Olympic Industries

Why an Internship at Olympic Industries is More Than Just a Job At Olympic Industries, we don’t believe in mundane tasks for our interns. We believe in immersing them in…

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The 3 Pillars of Lumber Trading Success

Success in lumber trading doesn’t happen by chance. It’s a result of strategic thinking, careful planning, and a deep understanding of the market. While there are many factors at play,…

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What is MDF Molding?

In the fast-paced world of construction and interior design, it’s the little things that can make a big difference. One of those often-overlooked elements is MDF molding. Whether you’re a…

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Understanding Machine Stress-Rated Lumber

Most lumber we know is graded visually by a lumber grader, who is approved by an accredited grading agency and evaluates wood based on characteristics like knots, wane, and growth…

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2024 Year in Review and Looking Ahead to 2025

As 2024 comes to a close, we’d like to take a moment to reflect on the events that shaped the lumber industry this year and offer a glimpse into the…

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