Stella-Jones Inc. (TSX: SJ) is a leading North American producer and marketer of industrial pressure treated wood products, specializing in the production of railway ties and timbers, as well as wood poles supplied to electrical utilities and telecommunications companies.

The Company also provides treated consumer lumber products and customized services to lumber retailers and wholesalers for outdoor applications. Other products include marine and foundation pilings, construction timbers, highway guardrail posts and treated wood for bridges. The Company's common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange.

Core Strengths

• Market leadership: Stella-Jones is well-positioned as a large and reliable producer of high quality treated wood products in the North American market. This is especially true in its core railway tie and utility pole categories, where the Company holds strong market positions in Canada and has a growing presence in the United States.
• Continental Supply Network: Stella-Jones' customers in both Canada and the United States can rely on a North American network of fifteen wood treating facilities to promptly meet their demand and delivery requirements. Our combined production capacity ensures continuity of supply, particularly in times of urgent or emergency need. Furthermore, our substantial cutting rights and long maintained relationships with wood suppliers help ensure an ample raw material supply.
• Long-term customer relationships: Throughout its history, Stella-Jones has established long-term relationships and supply contracts with electrical utilities, telecommunications and railway companies, crown corporations and governments.