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Growing list of forestry products companies hit pause in Russia

An expanding list of multinational forest products companies, utilities and manufacturers have officially paused dealings with Russia in response to the war in Ukraine.


FSC: ‘No material from Russia or Belarus until the invasion ends’

Because of the association of the forest sector in Russia and Belarus with armed invasion, no FSC-certified material or controlled wood from these countries will be permitted to be traded, FSC stated.


Russia and Belarus ‘conflict timber’ cannot be used: PEFC International

All timber originating from Russia and Belarus is ‘conflict timber’ and therefore cannot be used in PEFC-certified products, the Board of PEFC International clarified on March 4.
 
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#WomenInForestry

#BreakTheBias: Addressing the gender stereotypes in forestry and beyond

CFI and Canadian Biomass editor Ellen Cools reflects on this year’s #WomenInForestry Q&A project. “There is still plenty of work to be done to continue to address gender stereotypes in the industry, as well as to attract and retain more women in the forestry workforce.” » Learn more...
 
First Nations Partnership

Vaagen Fibre Canada, Osoyoos Indian Band collaborate on forest management

Vaagen Fibre Canada and the Osoyoos Indian Band are doing things differently by creating mutually beneficial opportunities that meet the expectations of local communities. » Learn more...
 
NEWS 
 

West Fraser BC mills down to three-day work weeks

The forestry company confirmed the changes last week, citing inventory challenges from the “transportation crisis” in Western Canada. » Read more...

C̕awak ʔqin Forestry, partners launch initiative to be climate positive by 2030

C̕awak ʔqin Forestry, Huu-ay-aht First Nations and Western Forest Products Inc. are partnering on a new manufacturing vision and low carbon initiative. » Read more...

Atlas Engineered Products purchases Hi-Tec Industries

“We are excited to announce the acquisition of Hi-Tec. Hi-Tec is a successful, well-run business and when this acquisition opportunity arose it was too good to pass up,” said Hadi Abassi, AEPs CEO. » Read more...
 
Events 
 
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Forest NB AGM and Industry Forum

Date: March 16, 2022
Location: Online
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ForestEDWest

Date: March 17-20, 2022
Location: Canmore, Alta.
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Wood Bioenergy Conference & Expo

Date: March 29-30, 2022
Location: Atlanta, Ga.
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