by Working Forest | Nov 10, 2016 | Archive Articles, Articles
Nova Scotia will begin using a new tool aimed at making sure soil in a specific area is healthy enough to support future logging and can rejuvenate the forest once wood is harvested. The Department of Natural Resources’s code of forest practices already...
by Working Forest | Nov 8, 2016 | Archive Articles, Articles
I recently spent a week in Ottawa meeting with federal government representatives to discuss the forestry agenda in the lead up to the Federal Budget. As in previous budgets, the leaders of forestry associations across the country recognized that the best approach to...
by Working Forest | Oct 31, 2016 | Archive Articles, Articles
Wake up Nova Scotia. It matters little that well over 2,000 of you stepped forward in good faith a few years back, believing your input was valued in establishing a sustainable forestry plan for your province. Turns out the resulting 600 written submissions, submitted...
by Working Forest | Oct 31, 2016 | Archive Articles, Articles
The Biomass North Development Centre acknowledged 10 key contributors to advancing the use of biomass across the province during its annual general meeting and inaugural conference in North Bay this week. From Oct. 24-26, stakeholders gathered for three days of...
by Working Forest | Oct 18, 2016 | Archive Articles, Articles
Great Bear Rainforest Legislation: A Unique SolutionBob Craven, RPF, Interfor Corporation, Coastal Woodlands Land Use Mgr Not many people likely want to read about legislation; however, the Great Bear Rainforest (GBR) legislation is special. It’s the result of an epic...
by Working Forest | Oct 12, 2016 | Archive Articles, Articles
Each year, the Sustainable Forestry Initiative® (SFI®) recognizes one of its state/provincial SFI Implementation Committees for exemplary performance in promoting responsible forestry and for member participation, community engagement and partnerships. The proud...
