US housing and China’s economy fuel forest products industry After several challenging years, the world’s forest products industry is beginning to show signs of recovery, according to PwC’s 16th Annual CEO Survey. “We are seeing optimism that demand and prices will continue to strengthen in the solid wood sector, but recovery in the pulp and [...]
Groups says logging in Alberta caribou habitat puts species at risk Alberta Wilderness Association (AWA) and Keepers of the Athabasca are calling on the forest industry to stop logging in Alberta caribou habitat until sustainable populations are attained. As the Canadian Boreal Forest Agreement (CBFA) marks its three year anniversary at the end of this week, AWA says [...]
BC loggers applaud Forestry Service Providers Compensation Fund The province will earmark $5 million to the Forestry Service Providers Compensation Fund (FSPCF) to protect BC loggers from financial uncertainties. It was one of the announcements made by premier Christy Clark last week. She announced several changes in the legislation dealing with the logging industry, among them [...]
Alberta FireSmart receives funding for better protection from wildfires Beacon Staff Reporter Albertans living in 16 forested communities will see increased protection delivered through nearly $500,000 in funding under the FireSmart Community Grant Program. Alberta saw 1,555 wildfires consuming over 377,000 hectares this season. “FireSmart is a proactive approach to protect Albertans, their homes and [...]
