Articles
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What’s Happening at NHLA
As the summer is turning up the heat, so are the activities at NHLA. Block 1 of the Inspector Training… read more…
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Mountain pine beetle turns Jasper forests red, raises fire concerns
The patchwork of green forests in and around Jasper National Park is increasingly interrupted with splashes of red. According to… read more…
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Jumping tree lice’ threaten over 14,000 Winnipeg ash trees
Cottony ash psyllids were found in Winnipeg last summer but are having more impact this season. According to a CBC… read more…
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OSU receives grant to study mass timber
Oregon State University will receive nearly $500,000 from the USDA to study the effects of moisture accumulation in mass timber… read more…
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EACOM Commits to Building Stronger Communities
Sault Ste. Marie — EACOM Timber Corporation was joined by Habitat for Humanity Canada and the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI)… read more…
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Pollution controls help red spruce rebound from acid rain
STOWE, Vt.– ASSOCIATED PRESS — The grey trunks of red spruce trees killed by acid rain once heavily scarred the… read more…
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Swedish research closer to a commercial paper battery
BillerudKorsnäs and Uppsala University are making paper batteries a reality, paving the way for energy storage in packaging materials. BillerudKorsnäs… read more…
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Tiny fern holds big environmental promise
ITHACA, N.Y. – A tiny fern – with each leaf the size of a gnat – may provide global impact… read more…
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U.S. tariffs removed from Port Hawkesbury Paper Products
A paper mill in Port Hawkesbury, N.S., is celebrating a decision by the United States Department of Commerce to end… read more…
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Global Timber and Wood Products Market Update
The US and Canadian Pellet Feedstock Price Indices increased in early 2018, driven mainly by higher demand for pellets in… read more…
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Canada ranks 20th in United Nations’ sustainability index
A new indicator shows Canada ranks 20th among countries participating in the UN’s ambitious global effort to address the world’s… read more…
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Minister’s Statement on the Wildfire Near Temagami
TORONTO – Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry Jeff Yurek issued this statement today (July 10th) about the Ontario government’s… read more…
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Firefighting personnel deployed to Ontario and Quebec
The BC Wildfire Service is sending firefighting personnel to Ontario and Quebec to help with firefighting efforts in those provinces,… read more…
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NEW! Onset Hobo MX2501 – pH and Temperature Logger
The new low-cost HOBO MX2501 pH and Temperature logger is designed for long-term monitoring of pH in estuaries, lakes, streams,… read more…
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AGOKE LUMBER SIGNS JOINT VENTURE TO RE-START NAKINA SAWMILL
An alliance of three First Nations and Nakina Lumber Inc. held an official signing of a Joint Venture Agreement (JV)… read more…
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VTT develops fossil-based plastics in thermally formable products
VTT has developed a thermally formable, biodegradable material, which is 100% bio-based. Its suitability for applications such as furniture makes… read more…
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David Suzuki and Ontario Nature Lobbyists Have Blurred the Line Between Opinion and Science
Submitted by: Ian Dunn, RPF Ontario Forest Industries Association With eight staff listed on Ontario’s Lobbyist Registry, the David Suzuki… read more…
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Notice of upcoming Level 1, Level 2 and Refresher Tree Marking Courses, 2018
Forests Ontario and the Canadian Institute of Forestry have entered into an agreement with the Ministry of Natural Resources and… read more…
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Toscotec starts up another two tissue machines at APP’s OKI mill
LUCCA, ITALY — Toscotec fired up other two AHEAD-2.0L PRODERGY tissue machines at APP’s OKI mill, in South Sumatra, Indonesia.… read more…
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TERRAPURE COMPLETES ACQUISITION OF ENVIROSYSTEMS INCORPORATED
Burlington, Ont. — Terrapure Environmental Ltd has announced it has completed its acquisition of the Canadian industrial services and waste… read more…
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Scientists shocked by mysterious deaths of ancient trees
Helen Briggs, BBC news — A tree regarded as the icon of the African savannah is dying in mysterious circumstances.… read more…
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TimberWest Opens 2018 TimberWest Campsite Photo Contest
TimberWest is pleased to announce the 2018 TimberWest Campsite Photo Contest, on now until August 24th. Outdoor adventurers photographing their… read more…
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Seven Furniture Companies win High Scores on Sustainable Wood Sourcing
WASHINGTON — The National Wildlife Federation (NWF) and the Sustainable Furnishings Council (SFC) have launched the Wood Furniture Scorecard, a… read more…
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Ontario’s Forest Sector Welcomes Premier Ford’s Cabinet
The Ontario Forest Industries Association (OFIA) congratulates and welcomes Premier Ford’s cabinet Ministers. Ontario’s forest sector is looking forward to… read more…
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Domtar’s 2018 Sustainability Update Highlights Continued Progress
FORT MILL, S.C. — Domtar Corporation has released its 2018 Sustainability Update, highlighting the company’s ongoing efforts to take a… read more…