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New policy protects all Nova Scotia old-growth forest on Crown land

All old-growth forest on Crown land is now protected as part of Nova Scotia’s new approach to ecological forestry.


B.C. names Shane Berg as new chief forester

Shane Berg is British Columbia’s 18th chief forester and the assistant deputy minister for the Office of the Chief Forester.


Inflation Reduction Act investments in urban forestry will save lives: AF

New bill will help bring cooling and pollution-fighting urban tree cover that will help combat climate change, said American Forests.


Feds give $1M to Nova Scotia biosphere reserves to protect nature

The funding will support enhanced management of biodiversity conservation areas in the province.
 
 
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Softwood lumber market mid-year update

Softwood lumber market mid-year update

A snapshot of the North American softwood lumber market as of June. » Read it now!
 
Robotics or Artificial Intelligence?

Robotics or Artificial Intelligence?

The sawfiler’s role may have changed, but the need for the sawfiler’s knowledge has not. » Learn more...
 
 
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Volvo starts testing world’s first prototype hydrogen articulated hauler

The company started testing of the world’s first fuel cell articulated hauler prototype, the Volvo HX04. » Read more...

Saskatchewan housing starts continue strong growth in July

Urban housing starts in Saskatchewan continue to climb year-over-year in July, the second highest among the provinces. » Read more...

B.C. invites citizens to comment on Lillooet Timber Supply Area

People can get involved in the comprehensive timber supply review for the Lillooet TSA by submitting comments before Oct. 18. » Read more...
 
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Sarah Ambroziak

Spotlight: Sarah Ambroziak

Sarah Ambroziak has deep roots in tree planting, spending eight years in the woods, planting more than 1.1 million trees, before transitioning to a management role. » Read more...
 
Events 
 

International Woodworking Fair

Date: August 23 - 26, 2022
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
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Great Lakes Logging & Heavy Equipment Expo

Date: September 8 - 10, 2022
Location: Green Bay, Wisconsin
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CIF National Conference & AGM

Date: September 10 - 15, 20222
Location: Sault Ste. Marie, Ont.
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130th Annual Hoo-Hoo International Convention

Date: September 10 - 13, 2022
Location: Sacramento, California
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