Irving Wallboard celebrates 11 years without a Lost-Time Incident

Irving Wallboard has reached another remarkable safety milestone, achieving 11 consecutive years without a lost‑time incident. As of Feb. 10, 2026, the facility has operated safely for more than 4,017 days, representing over 2.33 million labour hours without an injury resulting in time away from work.

This record is one of the longest-running safety achievements across all J.D. Irving, Limited companies, and is a testament to a long‑standing dedication to safe work practices and a culture built on accountability and care.

“This milestone reflects the commitment our team brings to safety every single day,” said Peter MacNeill, General Manager of Irving Wallboard. “Eleven years without a lost time incident doesn’t happen by chance. It’s the result of consistent attention, personal responsibility and people looking out for one another.”

At Irving Wallboard, safety is driven by a proactive safety culture rooted in consistent day‑to‑day practices and collaboration. Ongoing safety talks, thoughtful planning and open dialogue across the site support early hazard identification and prompt action, fostering a workplace where people look out for one another and take pride in working safely.

“While we’re proud to celebrate this milestone, our focus remains firmly on the future,” MacNeill added. “We know that maintaining this record requires constant effort, and we’ll continue reinforcing the habits and behaviours that keep our people safe.”

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About Irving Wallboard

Irving Wallboard is a highly automated manufacturing facility in Saint John, N.B., that provides a broad range of gypsum wallboard products for use in the construction industry. The company produces top-quality wallboard in a 300,000-square-foot production plant, one of North America's newest and most modern manufacturing facilities. From residential to commercial, Irving Wallboard produces a full array of products in widths up to 54 inches with multiple lengths and edge details.