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B.C. Business Council, First Nations announce climate change coalition

A coalition that supports action to urgently address climate change and achieve a just and prosperous economy for B.C. was formed.


Forests Ontario gets $12.7M NRCan funding to plant 7.2M trees

Forests Ontario has partnered with the Government of Canada to plant 7.2 million trees over three years.


Unifor workers approve new contract with Interfor mill in Sault Ste-Marie

Members of Unifor voted 80 per cent in favor of a new five-year collective agreement with Interfor covering ​its I-Joist mill in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont.


Call for presenters at OptiSaw 2023

Calling on manufacturers and researchers in the sawmill industry offering an innovative optimization or automation solution to modernize sawmill operations and increase their profits.
 
Sponsored Spotlight 
 
Bid Group Technologies

Artificial Intelligence – Not Only for Optimization

Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be applied to much more than optimization and BID is leading the way.

Benefits from using AI
   • Improves process flow and efficiency
   • Reduces downtime
   • Prevents jams, blockages, and breakages
   • Increases safetyReduces labor costs

Visit our website to see how BID’s AI can make your operations run better.

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Featured News 
 
Saw Filing 101

Saw Filing 101: Trimming the ends

Mills should change their trim saws at least weekly or whenever they first show signs that they are dull, such as increased heat, horsepower and noise. » Read more...
 
Geosynthetics

Geosynthetics: Improving reliability of Canadian resource roads

Geosynthetics are a proven solution for mechanically improving the performance of critically weak soils. » Learn more...
 
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Projects underway in B.C. will reduce community wildfire risk, enhance forest health

Work is underway to enhance forest resilience to protect against the effects of wildfire and climate change. » Read more...

Feds contribute $4.7M to Cree Forestry Project in Quebec

The Government of Canada has announced a $4.7-million federal investment to support the upgrade and restart of the Cree Forestry Project in Waswanipi, Quebec. » Read more...

NRCan gives $10M towards reforestation in Interior B.C.

A contribution of over $10 million to Central Chilcotin Rehabilitation through the 2 Billion Trees program was announced. » Read more...
 
WOMEN IN FORESTRY 
 
Jennifer Erlendson

Spotlight: Jennifer Erlendson

The operations superintendent at Interfor oversees everything from the first cut in the forest to getting the log to the mill. Her advice for women looking to get into the industry? Follow your passion. » Read more...
 
Events 
 

BC Natural Resources Forum

Dates: January 17 - 19, 2023
Location: Prince George, B.C.
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Truck Loggers’ Association Convention & Trade Show

Dates: January 18 - 20, 2023
Location: Vancouver, B.C.
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Association of BC Forest Professionals Conference and AGM

Dates: February 8 - 10, 2023
Location: Prince George, B.C.
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