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The Canada drywall market size reached approximately USD 1,308.90 million in 2023. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.6% between 2024 and 2032, reaching a value of around USD 2,184.25 million by 2032.
According to the Canada Green Building Council's (CAGBC) report, Canada’s Green Building Engine, Canada’s green building sector is expected to flourish, creating USD 150 billion in GDP by 2030. The growing demand for green buildings is expected to aid the demand for eco-friendly gypsum drywall as a sustainable construction material.
Drywalls find use in buildings as a covering material for interior walls and ceilings. The material supports and extends the lifespan of walls while providing a smooth surface that can be used for décor. Key factors driving the Canada drywall market growth include rising immigration and the demand for housing, government initiatives, and the rise in renovation projects.
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Rising demand for sustainable construction materials, governmental initiatives, and rising urbanisation aid the Canada drywall market development.
| Date | Company | Event |
| July 2023 | Gold Bond Building Products | Gold Bond Building Products, a prominent US gypsum wallboard manufacturer, announced a USD 90 million investment to expand its Mount Holly facility. |
| July 2022 | CertainTeed | CertainTeed, a subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, achieved the distinction of becoming North America's first carbon-neutral drywall plant. This achievement was made possible through a substantial investment of USD 91 million in the CertainTeed drywall plant located in Montreal. |
| February 2022 | Trusscore Inc. | Ontario's Trusscore Inc., a PVC company, diversified its portfolio by venturing into the drywall industry with the introduction of Wall&CeilingBoard. |
| Trends | Impact |
| Drywalls are a sustainable construction material | Gypsum drywalls are sustainable alternatives to traditional bricks, presenting advantages like minimum water usage and lesser turnaround time. |
| Drywalls allow faster completion of projects | Drywalls reduce the long man-hours needed to construct brick walls. With consumers demanding the timely completion of projects, developers are inclined towards products that offer speedy completion and are easy to use. |
| High immigration aids demand for construction | Due to the improved rail transportation and low lending rates, Canada has been witnessing an influx of immigrants leading to an increased demand for new residential buildings to a greater extent. |
| Rising renovation projects | The growing trend of repair, remodelling, and renovation in Canada is significantly contributing to the greater adoption of drywalls as they offer lesser installation costs and improved strength, propelling the drywall market in Canada. |
Table: Developments in the Construction Sector
| Date | Description |
| Feb 2024 | The Government of British Columbia launched BC Builds, a new initiative that leverages government, community and non-profit-owned and underused land with USD 2 billion in low-cost financing and a commitment of USD 950 million for the overall program. BC Builds AIMS to deliver lower-cost middle-income homes. |
| Jan 2024 | The government announced over USD 9 million in funding for Membertou First Nation from the third round of the Rapid Housing Initiative (RHI) to construct 32 new affordable modular single-family homes. |
| Mar 2022 | In Mississauga, Toronto, hospital system Trillium Health Partners (THP) announced the replacement of its Mississauga Hospital with a new facility. The new construction will increase the number of operating rooms from 14 to 23 and include over 950 beds. The new facility will spread across 2.8 million square feet and 24 floors. |
Gypsum drywalls allow builders and architects to fulfil their green construction targets related to transportation, manufacture, and recycling, owing to their low carbon footprint and high availability. Being lightweight, drywalls result in huge savings in structural costs and reduce the long man-hours needed to construct brick walls.
The increasing demand for drywall solutions in commercial infrastructure construction is expected to augment the Canada drywall market growth. Additionally, the thermal insulation properties of drywalls help increase the energy efficiency of the building, which is expected to strengthen their demand.
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Canda Drywall Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
| Market Breakup | Categories |
| Type | Standard, Fire-Resistant, Mould/Moisture Resistant |
| Application | Residential, Commercial |
| Region | Northern Canada, British Columbia, Alberta, The Prairies, Central Canada, Atlantic Canada |
By type, standard drywall is expected to hold a significant Canada drywall market share owing to its ease of installation
According to the Canada drywall market report, standard drywall is heavily sought after by construction contractors as it provides a smooth, hard surface and can also be installed quickly. Standard drywalls are relatively inexpensive and lighter than other types of drywall.
Fire-resistant drywalls have a thick design ideal for use in utility rooms, garages, and areas near a furnace or wood stove. Various types of fire-resistant drywalls such as Type X drywall and Type C drywall are adopted by builders in fire-prone areas to construct safer homes. Mould-resistant firewalls help to prevent the buildup of mould in moist or humid areas such as bathrooms and kitchens. The rising concerns regarding mould growth caused by storms and flooding are catering to an increased adoption of mould/moisture-resistant drywalls.
Commercial application of drywalls holds a prominent share of the drywall market in Canada
According to the Canada drywall market analysis, the superior acoustic properties of gypsum walls, are supporting its use in hospitals, hotels, and schools to provide these commercial establishments with enhanced soundproofing.
Residential demand for drywall is driven by factors like existing home sales, housing starts and completion, and interest rates. Further, in the commercial construction sector, by closely monitoring office vacancy rates, the Architecture Billings Index, government spending, GDP, and employment levels, market players can gauge opportunities in renovation works and new construction.
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The Canadian drywall market is characterised by intense competition owing to the presence of several local and global players.
| Company Name | Year Founded | Headquarters | Products/Services |
| CGC Inc. | 1907 | Ontario, Canada | USG Sheetrock® drywall, Durock® drywall, sustainable drywall panels, lightweight drywall panels, fire-resistant drywall panels, mould-resistant drywall panels, etc. |
| CertainTeed | 1904 | Malvern, United States | M2tech® moisture and mould-resistant drywall, extreme impact-resistant drywall with M2tech®, regular drywall, EASI-LITE® lightweight interior ceiling drywall, etc. |
| Georgia-Pacific LLC | 1927 | Georgia, United States | Drywall systems: DensElement® for Barrier System, DensDeck® Prime Roof Boards, and ToughRock® Shaftliner. |
| Envirowall Partition Systems Limited | 1980 | Ontario, Canada | Prefinished gypsum panels, pre-decorated gypsum core panels, etc. |
Other key players in the Canada drywall market include Gold Bond Building Products, LLC, and Armstrong World Industries, Inc., among others.
Central Canada holds a significant market share in the Canada drywall market
The growing number of households, family homes and disposable income in provinces such as Quebec is significantly leading to a greater demand for residential construction.
British Columbia has witnessed a rise in both commercial and residential construction, with the value of construction permits rising 58% over five years till July 2022. In 2021, British Columbia’s construction sector represented 9.7% of the Province’s GDP. The rising eco-consciousness in the province is expected to increase the demand for drywall which is recyclable and an energy-efficient option.
Significant developments in Alberta are aiding the market growth. In July 2022, CGC Inc., the Canadian division of USG Corporation revealed their plan to construct a cutting-edge drywall manufacturing facility in Wheatland County, Alberta. The investment, worth CAD 210 million, will enable the strengthening of the company’s commitment to the Canadian market and allow them to serve their customers in Alberta and the West.
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| Base Year | 2023 |
| Historical Period | 2018-2023 |
| Forecast Period | 2024-2032 |
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In 2023, the Canada drywall market reached an approximate value of USD 1,308.90 million.
The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.6% between 2024 and 2032.
The market is estimated to witness healthy growth in the forecast period of 2024-2032 to reach a value of around USD 2,184.25 million by 2032.
Drywall, sometimes referred to as plasterboard or wallboard, is made up of two paperboards sandwiching gypsum, a mineral sulphate that is typically white or grey in colour.
Drywall can be used to create arches, eaves, separation walls, and smooth surfaces for further interior décor.
The major drivers of the market are the growing construction sector, rising demand for urban housing, and increasing prevalence of repair, remodelling, and renovation in the residential sector.
The key trends propelling the growth of the market include innovations in drywall-based construction techniques, new technologies being developed for drywalls, and increased government spending in the real estate market for residential construction.
The major applications of the drywall market in Canada are residential and commercial.
The major regions for the drywall market in Canada include Northern Canada, British Columbia, Alberta, The Prairies, Central Canada, and Atlantic Canada.
The major players in the market are CGC Inc., CertainTeed, Georgia-Pacific LLC, Gold Bond Building Products, LLC., Envirowall Partition Systems Limited, and Armstrong World Industries, Inc., among others.
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India
C130 Sector 2 Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201301
+91-858-608-1494
Philippines
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+63-287-899-028, +63-967-048-3306
United Kingdom
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+44-753-713-2163
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