Cascades added to S&P/TSX Composite Index

KINGSEY FALLS, QC, June 12, 2017

Mario Plourde, President and CEO, commented: "Our addition to this leading Canadian equity benchmark index is positive recognition of the steps we have taken in recent years to strengthen our platform, to deliver long-term operational and financial improvements, and to provide our partners, investors, clients and employees with measurable and sustainable added value."

About Cascades
Founded in 1964, Cascades produces, converts and markets packaging and tissue products that are composed mainly of recycled fibres. The Company employs 11,000 employees, who work in close to 90 production units located in North America and Europe. With its management philosophy, half a century of experience in recycling, and continuous efforts in research and development as driving forces, Cascades continues to deliver the innovative products that customers have come to rely on. Cascades' shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange, under the ticker symbol CAS.

Web site: www.cascades.com
Green by Nature Blog: blog.cascades.com 
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