by Working Forest | May 28, 2019 | Archives
The B.C. government is inviting British Columbians to provide input into improving the Forest and Range Practices Act. “Making changes to the act is essential to strengthen government’s oversight of the forest sector and improve public trust in how our forests and...
by Working Forest | May 28, 2019 | Archives
CBC NEWS — Hundreds of B.C. tree planters are being trained to stop harassment and prevent sex assaults in their remote work camps. According to a report by CBC NEWS, workshops — often inside makeshift tents with dirt floors — have been held at a dozen tree...
by Working Forest | May 28, 2019 | Archives
The Project Learning Tree Canada team is excited that the Green Ride for Green Jobs awareness campaign is rolling through its second week. This cross-country bike tour is encouraging youth to work in green jobs and help fill critical roles in forests and parks. Zac...
by Working Forest | May 27, 2019 | Archives
Don Rusnak, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay-Rainy River, on behalf of the Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, has announced $2 million for FPInnovations at the official opening of its world-class, thermo-mechanical-pulp bio-refinery...
by Working Forest | May 27, 2019 | Archives
The Canadian Press — Livestock and cattle will soon help fight wildfires in British Columbia as the province looks to create a targeted grazing program. The B.C. government will give $500,000 to the B.C. Cattlemen’s Association, according to a statement...
