Breen's Lumber Inc.

We are involved in every step of creating the final product. From purchasing timber and harvesting forests to trucking the logs, milling, drying, planing, and selling the lumber, Breen’s Lumber controls every step of the process. We even generate our own electricity on site!

In 1979, Tim Breen Sr started what would become Breen's Lumber as a small backyard lumber and planing mill. Through decades of hard work, determination and commitment, that small mill grew into one of Southern Ontario's largest family-owned lumber manufacturers. 

More than 45 years later, Tim Breen Sr still comes to work every day and remains actively involved in the company he built. Today, Breen's Lumber is a multi-generational family business, with Tim Jr. managing the harvesting operations, John managing the mill, Chantelle handling sales, customer service and office operations, J.T. learning the trade while working alongside John in the mill, and Keira assisting with day-to-day office operations, customer service, and sales.

Together, we continue to build on the foundation Tim Sr established, carrying forward the work ethic, commitment, and dedication to responsible forestry that have defined Breen’s Lumber from the beginning.

We are constantly investing in our equipment, facilities and operations to improve efficiency, maintain product quality and support local jobs in our community. We also strive to make use of every part of the tree. Shavings, sawdust, wood chips, and bark are all collected and utilized, allowing us to operate with minimal waste while maximizing the value of every log we process.

Responsible forestry is at the heart of what we do. Through selective harvesting practices and careful forest management, we work to ensure the long-term health and sustainability of the forests we depend on. Our rubber tired harvesting equipment minimizes soil disturbance and environmental impact while allowing us to selectively harvest trees and promote healthy forest regeneration. 

Breen's Lumber offers private landowners a full range of forest management services tailored to their goals, whether that means generating income, improving wildlife habitat, enhancing recreational opportunities, or maintaining the natural beauty of their property. 
Breen’s Lumber is a buyer of privately owned red pine plantations

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Logo art credits to Isabella Breen

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