by Working Forest | Jun 17, 2016 | Archives
If you make your living in Canada’s boreal forest — whether you’re a logger or a songbird — you might want to consider a move to Quebec. Research suggests a Spain-sized area of forest in the centre of the province will be one of the rare places where...
by Working Forest | Jun 16, 2016 | Archives
The South African company hired to bring in a crew to help fight the Fort McMurray wildfire says its workers are more highly paid than their Canadian counterparts when wages are adjusted for cost of living. Working on Fire Ltd. makes the comment as part of a statement...
by Working Forest | Jun 16, 2016 | Archives
The Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) applauded the federal government’s launch Tuesday of an innovation agenda, calling it a critical pillar for the Canadian economy and the future of the $65-billion forest products sector. Derek Nighbor, FPAC’s CEO, said...
by Working Forest | Jun 15, 2016 | Archives
This morning, a ground-breaking ceremony was held for the Origine green condo project, set to become the tallest solid wood condo tower in North America. Quebec Premier Philippe Couillard and Quebec CityMayor Régis Labeaume both attended the event to celebrate the...
by Working Forest | Jun 15, 2016 | Archives
NWT fire crews are expected to be fully staffed by the end of the week after firefighters currently stationed in Alberta make the trip home. The Northwest Territories has experienced a slow start to the wildfire season so far, with only 10 fires burning an estimated...
