Weyerhaeuser Commits $1 Million to Drayton Valley Community

The investment follows nearly 40 years of local operations, cementing a partnership between the timber giant and the community of 8,000 residents. Weyerhaeuser CEO Devin W. Stockfish stated that the initiative is designed to ensure rural operating hubs remain viable for future generations. Rather than a flat grant, the funds will be distributed based on collaborative planning with local officials, business leaders, and nonprofits to address specific regional priorities.

Mayor Nancy Dodds welcomed the move, noting that the company’s long-standing presence already serves as a cornerstone of the local economy. The Thrive program, which previously launched in Louisiana, Washington, and West Virginia, emphasizes long-term advocacy and infrastructure support over simple financial aid. Weyerhaeuser leadership plans to begin formal outreach to local stakeholders in the coming weeks to identify the most pressing needs, ranging from workforce development to community infrastructure improvements.