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New lives for Cornwall’s Domtar workers
From looking after a multi-million-dollar machine to helping his fellow human beings, John Mondoux is one of the hundreds of… read more…
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Worker dies in collapse of wood chip pile at Nanaimo pulp mill
A worker at the Harmac Pacific pulp mill near Nanaimo has died after the wood chip pile he was standing… read more…
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Data from 1800s can help researchers, forest managers maintain healthy forest ecosystems
When seeking clues to how well conservation efforts are working in the present, sometimes scientists look to the past —… read more…
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Hornepayne mayor hopes help for struggling town will come soon
Nearly four months after the sawmill in Hornepayne, Ont., shut down, there are still more questions than answers — and the community is… read more…
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Input sought on Prince George logging levels
Public comments are being accepted on a discussion paper released this week as part of a review of the annual… read more…
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Fundraising set to begin for forestry centre in Squamish
A long-awaited dedicated forestry centre that would educate people on the importance and history of forestry to Squamish’s history is a… read more…
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Today’s gamers wanted to operate tomorrow’s high-tech forestry equipment in Tasmania
In answer to a question “Where can this industry take me?”, Tasmania’s forestry careers hub says “Almost anywhere you want… read more…
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Manitoba NDP talk roads, forestry on the campaign trail
Premier Greg Selinger says a re-elected NDP government would provide more help for infrastructure projects and the forestry industry. The… read more…
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FOREST INDUSTRY WELCOMES BUDGET SUPPORT FOR INNOVATION AND CLIMATE CHANGE INITIATIVES
The Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) is pleased to see today’s federal budget put strong emphasis on climate change… read more…
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Ontario and Anishinabek Nation Renew Commitments on Natural Resource Management
The Anishinabek Nation and Ontario are continuing to work together to strengthen collaboration on natural resource management. Today at a… read more…
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Sooke’s sawmill was one of the most efficient in Canada
Today as we cruise down the hill approaching Coopers Cove when driving out from Victoria, with perhaps a quick glance… read more…
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Spruce beetle infestation raises more forestry alarms
An explosive outbreak of spruce beetles in northern B.C. forests is wreaking havoc on one of the key timber species… read more…
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CANADIAN FOREST PRODUCTS RETAIN WORLD’S BEST ENVIRONMENTAL REPUTATION
On this International Days of Forests, the Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) is pleased to note that as a… read more…
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Band councils consider ministry proposal for sustainable forestry licence
Grassy Narrows band and council in partnership with two other area First Nations are considering a Ministry of Natural Resources… read more…
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All eyes on Alberta: record crowds expected for April equipment auction in Edmonton
Drive past the Ritchie Bros. yard in Edmonton at any time, and it’s clear that companies are always buying and… read more…
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Budget delivers good news to small firms, start-ups and exporting businesses
Small, start-up and exporting businesses were among the major beneficiaries of new fiscal measures introduced in Thursday’s provincial budget. “It’s… read more…
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Port authority conducting audit after log boom breaks up
The Nanaimo Port Authority is conducting an audit after logs broke loose from a boom near Protection Island during a… read more…
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CEO Don Kayne’s Blog
In Canada, Canfor’s operations source a significant proportion of our fibre from our forest tenures, where we are responsible for… read more…
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Lumberjack sim Forestry 2017 coming to PC and consoles
Lumberjack simulator Forestry 2017 is coming to PC and consoles. The PC version of the game is out on March… read more…
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BRIGHTON: Mill closure opens doors for Port Hawkesbury Paper
A paper mill in Maine is closing down this spring, to the potential benefit of its rival, the heavily subsidized… read more…
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China’s forest recovery shows hope for mitigating global climate change
China’s sweeping program to restore forests across the country is working. The vast destruction of China’s forests, leveled after decades… read more…
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Wildfire season well underway in Edson, AB
Three wildfires have already occurred in the Edson Forest Area since March 1. The three wildfires, causes unknown, arising from… read more…
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Ben Parfitt: Rising hydro bills pushing mills to burn fossil fuel
Premier Christy Clark’s vow to push work at the $9-billion Site C dam “past the point of no return” may… read more…
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Interior recognizes driver’s bravery
Ernst Baxmann is a hero, says International Forest products (Interfor) logging engineer Aaron Gunther. The company agreed without hesitation and… read more…
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Budget delivers good news to small firms, start-ups and exporting QC businesses
Small, start-up and exporting businesses were among the major beneficiaries of new fiscal measures introduced in Thursday’s provincial budget. “It’s… read more…