Canadian Softwood Plywood (CSP) CSA-0151

Precision-Engineered Strength from the Heart of the Shuswap

Since 1965, the CANOE brand® has been a global symbol of premium quality in the plywood industry. Produced at our state-of-the-art facility in Canoe, British Columbia, our CSP Standard Sheathing is a high-performance, unsanded structural panel built to meet the most demanding construction standards.

As a member of the Gorman Group, we combine a long tradition of craftsmanship with modern technology to deliver plywood that is “Quality Proud.”

The CANOE brand® Advantage

While other wood-based panels exist, CANOE brand® plywood remains the industry gold standard. Our panels are manufactured by laminating high-quality wood veneers from sustainably managed B.C. forests using a waterproof phenolic resin adhesive.

Through our 100% composed core process and cross-laminated engineering alternating the grain direction of each layer, we create a panel that offers:

  • Exceptional Two-Way Strength: Unmatched stiffness and load-bearing capacity.

  • Dimensional Stability: Superior resistance to shrinking and warping.

  • Extreme Durability: High impact resistance that stands up to the rigors of any job site.

Certified Performance (CSA-0151)

Every panel is manufactured to the CSA-0151 Canadian Softwood Plywood standard. Our waterproof bond is permanent and heat-resistant, ensuring an Exterior glue bond rating that performs even in conditions of extreme moisture exposure.

Why Choose CANOE brand® CSP?

  • Unbeatable Swell Resistance: Plywood is 7x more resistant to thickness swelling than substitute panels. Even if exposed to rain during construction, CANOE plywood remains stable and returns to its original dimensions once dry.
  • Lightweight Efficiency: Our CSP panels weigh up to 40% less than many alternative wood-based products, making them faster to install and more cost-effective to transport.
  • Superior Engineering: Outperforms substitutes in four critical areas: bending, tension, compression, and planar shear.
  • Sustainability & Safety (NAUF): We use no added urea-formaldehyde (NAUF), ensuring our products are safe for the environment and indoor air quality.

Versatile Applications

CANOE brand® CSP is the professional’s choice for:
  • Structural Construction: Rated for load-bearing roof, wall, and floor assemblies in residential and commercial buildings.
  • Industrial & Specialty: Ideal for furniture framing, crating, and materials handling where a high strength-to-weight ratio is essential.

Canadian Softwood
Plywood (CSP) Specifications

CANOE brand® CSP is available in standard 4′ x 8′ (1220mm x 2440mm) sheets.
Metric Thickness Imperial Equiv. Plies Approx. Weight (lbs/sheet)
9.5mm 3/8” 3 26.0
12.5mm 1/2” 4 34.7
15.5mm 5/8” 5 43.3
18.5mm 3/4” 6 49.8

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