Abitibi Power and Paper Company controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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1933
The great Abitibi swindle
Transactions involving Abitibi's power developments and their transfer to Ontario Hydro were heavily criticized. The controversy became known as the “great Abitibi swindle,” prompted a royal commission and legislative intervention, and contributed to the defeat of Ontario's Henry government in the 1934 election.
1927
Criticism of the Spanish River acquisition
Abitibi's acquisition of Spanish River Pulp and Paper Mills from Mead Corporation was subsequently regarded as highly overvalued and potentially affected by a conflict of interest. The facility was closed in 1929.