by Working Forest | Sep 21, 2017 | Archives
MONTREAL – The General Assembly of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) will be held in Canada for the first time this fall. The meeting to discuss crucial topics for sustainable forest practices around the world will take place in Vancouver, Oct. 8-13. FSC...
by Working Forest | Sep 21, 2017 | Archives
VANCOUVER – The B.C. organization promoting National Forest Week (September 24-30) says it is a time for British Columbians to reflect on and learn more about the importance of forests to the province’s history, communities, and economy. “Outdoor recreation...
by Working Forest | Sep 20, 2017 | Archives
VANCOUVER – Engineers and Geoscientists BC and the Association of BC Forest Professionals are taking action to address concerns raised by the Forest Practices Board about the construction of resource roads in steep terrain. In its report released September 13,...
by Working Forest | Sep 20, 2017 | Archives
OTTAWA – Natural Resources Canada has announced a call for proposals for funding of the next wave of innovative, first-in-kind technologies aimed at forest industry transformation and the bioeconomy. Expressions of interest are required by Oct. 12. Established...
by Working Forest | Sep 20, 2017 | Archives
TORONTO – Norbord Inc. is pleased to announce that it is donating US$1 million to the Home Builders Institute (HBI) to help with the rebuilding efforts following the recent hurricanes in Texas and Florida. “The construction industry is already afflicted by...
