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SK Minister says forest fire conditions ‘normal’ after record blazes in 2015
Saskatchewan Environment Minister Herb Cox says there are “relatively normal conditions” ahead of the forest-fire season, after historic blazes last… read more…
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WestPine MDF explosion investigation continues
The investigation into last month’s explosion that rocked the WestPine MDF facility in Quesnel, British Columbia, is ongoing, with WorkSafeBC… read more…
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The Unique Challenges of Conserving Large Old Trees
Large old trees are among the largest and longest-living organisms on earth. They occupy a revered position in the human… read more…
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Forestry opportunities useful for First Nations
Certifying a forest to a sustainable forest management standard is an important way for managers to assure their markets and… read more…
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Mining & Forestry Manager: Canada’s Best Jobs 2016
Median Salary: $104,000 Salary Growth (2009–2015): +19% Total Employees: 11,700 Change in Employees (2009–2015): +44% Job Description: This group of… read more…
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Nova Scotia feeling the burn on biomass
Public concern about the state of Nova Scotia’s forests is driving the government to look at cutting back on clearing… read more…
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Fire danger already extreme in parts of Prairies where ground is tinder dry
Large swaths of red — meaning extreme risk — cover Alberta and Saskatchewan on the latest fire danger map from Natural… read more…
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Community Forests International picks backwoods cabin of future winner
Community Forests International has named a winner in its second annual backwoods cabin of the future contest. The Sackville-based organization asked… read more…
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OFIA Supports USGBC’s Decision to Recognize Diversity in Certification Systems
The Ontario Forest Industries Association (OFIA) supports the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) decision that would expand the Council’s definition… read more…
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Prince Albert pulp and paper mill expected to reopen in 2020
Ten years after the Prince Albert pulp and paper mill shut down, a British Columbia-based company plans to reopen the… read more…
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Alberta Premier Rachel Notley defends cut in wildfire budget
With dry conditions and dozens of blazes already burning across Alberta, Premier Rachel Notley said Tuesday her government’s decision to… read more…
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Floating urban forest coming to New York this summer
Looking for a new way to obtain fresh produce? This floating urban forest has your back.Swale, a barge topped with… read more…
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COFI Convention 2016 a great success
The 2016 edition of the COFI Annual Convention lived up to the event’s long-standing reputation as the premier forest industry… read more…
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Provincial government jumping into action as wildfires erupt in BC
The BC government is speeding up its planning for wildfire season now that dozens of fires are already burning across… read more…
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Positive response on B.C. Forestry Rejuvenation Plan
Northern Rockies Regional Municipality Community Development Officer Mike Gilbert has a message that will be going to Municipal Council later… read more…
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10 years later: Prince Albert Pulp Mill closure still felt by region
But Greg Dionne, the mayor of Prince Albert, said the impact was startling for the entire region. “There was 700 jobs… read more…
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Wildfires near Fort St. John, Prince George prompt evacuations
The Peace River Regional District in northern B.C. has declared a state of emergency due to several forest fires in the… read more…
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A WALK IN THE FOREST SERIOUS WORK FOR SELKIRK COLLEGE FORESTRY STUDENTS
You’ve got to get an education to have a career in forestry management these days. But it’s still important to… read more…
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Alberta cuts nearly $15 million from wildfire management budget
The same day air tankers took to the sky to douse wildfires near Slave Lake, Paul Lane was telling his pilots… read more…
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Sino-Forest’s former CEO was ‘controlling mind’ behind alleged fraud, tribunal hears
Allen Chan, the former CEO of Sino-Forest Corp., was the “controlling mind” behind alleged frauds that robbed shareholders of value, a… read more…
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B.C. has seen 59 wildfires since April 1, forestry ministry says
BC Wildfire Service crews have responded to 59 wildfires since April 1, including 12 in the Prince George Fire Centre,… read more…
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Survey confirms forest products’ green record
It was no great shock to hear recently that a Leger survey ranked Canada’s forest products companies as having the… read more…
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WorkSafeBC fines East Fraser Fiber for fifth time in eight months
A Mackenzie wood manufacturer is turning into a repeat offender as far as WorkSafeBC is concerned. As of the end… read more…
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U.S. key for healthy sawmills: Resolute
For Ontario and Quebec sawmills to prosper they need free, unencumbered access for softwood lumber exports to the U.S. market,… read more…
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B.C. forester laments lack of proper-fitting women’s safety and industrial wear
A long-time forester is lamenting the lack of properly fitted industrial wear available for women, something she says can put women’s safety… read more…