RICHMOND, BC (News release) -- Domtar, a leading North American manufacturer of diversified forest products, has been recognized among the "Private 25 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World" by Corporate Knights, a leading sustainable economy media and research organization.

The recognition comes ahead of Domtar's Sustainability Strategy launch on May 6.

"It is a fantastic honor to be recognized during Earth Week as a global corporate citizen. Sustainability and responsible forest management are core to our operations," said Sabrina de Branco, Global Chief Sustainability Officer. "Our commitment to meeting or exceeding leading practices has always been, and always will be, crucial to Domtar."

"Sustainability is woven into every aspect of our business, underscoring our commitments to customers, communities and employees," added Steve Henry, President, Paper & Packaging and member of Domtar's Management Board.

Throughout the past 20 years, Corporate Knights has recognized Domtar and its legacy companies, including Paper Excellence and Catalyst Paper, with many distinctions for advancing a sustainable economy.