The IBMP Waiting Room #6 was organized in 1955 by a key group of suppliers to the pulp and paper industry in Western Canada. The logo was created in 1948 by Wayne Bagley, a nationally known commercial artist, whose work appeared in Esquire and other magazines. At the time the railroad was the usual transportation. It was not uncommon for the “peddlers” to be a wee bit late and to have some trouble catching the last train home on Friday night! For the first few years “Waiting room #6” supported the technical meetings of the Pacific Coast Branch of C.P.P.A.
In 1962 the first Joint Conference was organized, forging a significant and lasting relationship between suppliers and the industry. Throughout the years these annual conferences have provided an opportunity for both an exchange of technical knowledge and personal development. To understand what this means, see the names of how many industry leaders have been part of this partnership, to say nothing of the personal friendships.
In 1976 the Eagle Trophy was established as a memorial to H.R. MacMillan, shortly after his death. Again to reflect on the significance of this coveted award, for the “Best Technical Paper” at each conference, look over the list of winners. You will see the record of personal development and achievement.
Throughout these many years Scholarship funds have been given to U.B.C., U. of A, & B.C.I.T. for students in Chemistry, Forestry, Engineering, & Pulp and Paper Technology. These scholarships now honour the memory of deceased members of the I.B.M.P., Waiting Room #6, and the mill people who have served on the conference committee.
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2010 Executive & Organizing Committees
See a list of past H.R. MacMillan Trophy Winners
