Articles
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Protesters camp out near Benny, Ont. in opposition to logging on aboriginal lands
A First Nations man and a small group of supporters have camped out near Benny, Ont. to protest against logging in the area. Clyde… read more…
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Foresight and FPInnovations partner on an ARCTIC Challenge
Foresight Cleantech Accelerator Centre and FPInnovations are launching the first-ever “ARCTIC Challenge” in the forestry sector, which will elicit proposals from… read more…
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OPEN LETTER TO PREMIERS AND ENVIRONMENT MINISTERS
As you prepare for the March 3 meeting of First Ministers to discuss Canada’s climate change policy framework, we are… read more…
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Regulators allowed to hold disciplinary hearing for former Sino-Forest CFO
An Ontario judge has ruled that accounting regulators can pursue disciplinary action against former Sino-Forest Corp. chief financial officer David… read more…
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The business of timber and logging…and whiskey
In this entry, we are going to look at some of the behind-the-scenes economics that are quietly whirring away in… read more…
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Wood highrises designed in B.C. are sustainable and safe
The search for ways to build greener, more energy-efficient buildings has triggered a 21st century version of the old skyscraper… read more…
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UBC researchers get $3.5 million in federal funding
University of B.C. research into forest renewal, quantum computer nanotechnology, solar power, high-tech manufacturing, forestry products and the subarctic ocean… read more…
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Lheidli T’enneh sign timber harvest deal
The Lheidli T’enneh First Nation and the provincial Ministry of Forests forged a timber harvesting agreement that will last the… read more…
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Great Bear Rain Forest deal provides certainty – Comment
The Great Bear Rain Forest legislation introduced Tuesday takes the authority to set logging limits away from the chief forester… read more…
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Will Canfor Pulp Products Inc Go Down Anytime Soon?
The stock of Canfor Pulp Products Inc (TSE:CFX) is a huge mover today! The stock increased 8.71% or $0.96 on… read more…
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Resolute Forest Surges as Newsprint Price Increase Takes Effect
Resolute Forest Products Inc., a Canadian pulp and paper producer, is on track for a record surge following a jump… read more…
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Canada in 2050: land of climate-change extremes at current emissions levels
Canada is a land of extremes, from car-freezing cold to crop-searing heat and drenching rains to drought. But you ain’t… read more…
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Vancouver trees might not survive climate change
With a changing, hotter climate, three-quarters of the Lower Mainland’s current native and introduced trees might not be able to… read more…
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Foresters target biomass burner with growing petition
A petition against biomass electricity generation is gathering steam, just in time for the annual general meeting of the Forest… read more…
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Wood manufacturing sector says more can be done to boost industry
New Brunswick manufacturers need to think creatively about how they use wood in order to boost the sector and keep… read more…
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Wood construction still lagging in Toronto, despite rule change
Few developers are taking advantage of new Ontario rules that allow for taller wood-frame buildings.The reason? They can’t find the… read more…
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Canada’s wood & forest products trade delegation visits India
A delegation of 16 high profile companies meet potential clientele for expansion possibilities in wood trade from Canada to India… read more…
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Forest Resources Act review underway
The Government of Yukon is moving forward with a review of the Forest Resources Act, Minister of Energy, Mines and… read more…
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Resolute calls Greenpeace “eco-imperialists” in most aggressive video yet
Resolute Forest Products’ latest video steps up the company’s attack on its environmental nemesis, calling Greenpeace and its members “eco-imperialists.”… read more…
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B.C. increases investments in forest stewardship
The new Forest Enhancement Society of B.C., supported by $85 million in government funding, will focus its efforts on wildfire… read more…
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Seeing the forest for the trees
The District of Squamish and the Squamish Nation are moving forward on plans for a community forest. District council passed… read more…
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Gary Lamphier: Resource wealth the only thing that will fill Canada’s fiscal gap
I admit it. I love reading my fan mail. I try not to let it get to my head (blush), but admittedly, that’s… read more…
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Guilty pleas entered in case of wood pulp in grated cheese
An executive and two Pennsylvania cheese businesses her family controls pleaded guilty Friday to trying to pass off grated Swiss… read more…
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Take This Job and Love It: Georgia Forestry pilots
In our Take This Job and Love It Series, WGXA News is highlighting unique and interesting jobs around Middle Georgia.… read more…
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B.C. forestry company to suspend operations for one day after workplace death
A man is dead following what a forestry company is calling a “tragic accident” at one of its operations on… read more…