by Working Forest | May 15, 2020 | Archives
By Rob Keen, RPF While many of us are at home and keeping proper social distance from our friends and neighbours, life goes on for nature. Trees continue to grow and make their environmental contributions, and we can help by planting more of them. During the 2020...
by Working Forest | May 15, 2020 | Archives
CBC NEWS — Five weeks after the largest sawmill west of Halifax said it was on the verge of shutting down, it’s back to business as usual at Freeman Lumber in Greenfield, N.S. In early April, co-owner Richard Freeman said the multi-generational business...
by Working Forest | May 14, 2020 | Archives
VANCOUVER, BC (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Conifex Timber Inc. has reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2020. Adjusted EBITDA* from continuing operations was positive $0.5 million for the quarter, which represented an improvement of $4.6 million over the...
by Working Forest | May 14, 2020 | Archives
When: MAY 21, 2020 | 12:00 PM EDT As the global landscape shifts and events are being cancelled or postponed due to COVID-19, we are launching a complimentary, forestry webinar series to stay connected to our valued clients during this time.Join Dr Kevin Lim,...
by Working Forest | May 13, 2020 | Archives
FPInnovations — There is tremendous value to British Columbians in reducing forest slash burning. Benefits include improved community protection, lessened environmental impacts, and increased employment. Since 2017, FPInnovations and the Forest Enhancement...
by Working Forest | May 13, 2020 | Archives
CBC NEWS –Researchers at Saint Mary’s University in Halifax are investigating whether Nova Scotia fir and spruce can be converted into pulp for use in medical masks, disposable gowns and even bedpans. The project was identified as part of a COVID-19...
