by Working Forest | Apr 18, 2025 | News, Articles, Industries, Reforestation
Forests are one of Earth’s greatest natural defenses — producing oxygen, storing carbon, and sheltering wildlife. But rising threats like wildfires, illegal logging, and climate change demand new ways to track and manage these vital ecosystems. Enter new advanced...
by Working Forest | Apr 16, 2025 | News, Articles, Pulp and Paper
As the industry moves toward more eco-conscious solutions, biodegradable paper straws are leading the way in sustainable alternatives to plastic. Unlike the flimsy paper straws we’re used to, these new biodegradable straws are heat-resistant, durable, and can be used...
by Working Forest | Aug 20, 2024 | News, Lumber
In the ongoing softwood lumber trade conflict, the United States has moved forward with its plans to significantly raise the tariff on Canadian softwood lumber imports, now imposing a 14.54 percent duty as additional tariffs, including new tariffs and subsidy tariffs,...
by Working Forest | Jun 20, 2024 | News, Articles, Heritage
The Central Canada SFI Implementation Committee (CCSIC) is very happy to announce that the Annual Contractor of the Year Award, has been presented Lafond Forestry Inc! What makes this particularly special is that Lafond Forestry, Inc is the very first recipient of...
by Working Forest | May 14, 2024 | Pulp and Paper, Articles, FEATURED
The paper and pulp industry is grappling with sustainability. Most key factors that strain sustainability are all on the rise. For example, demand for paper and pulp especially for packaging applications is not slowing down. Meanwhile solutions for wood pulp supply...
by Working Forest | Apr 16, 2024 | News, Building Construction
In a significant code update, Ontario’s Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing will soon amend its Building Code, allowing Encapsulated Mass Timber Construction (EMTC) buildings to soar up to 18 stories—6 stories higher than the current limit. The Ontario...
