News Releases

Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) applauds the federal government’s decision to include forest biomass conversion technologies for heat and electricity generation in its Clean Manufacturing and Clean Electricity Investment Tax Credits (ITCs)

The forest sector has long touted the benefits of new and innovative building materials as a means of reducing our collective carbon footprint.

As National Forest Week is celebrated across the country, FPAC is pleased to announce the winners of its annual Awards of Excellence program.

FPAC announced that Makué Vollant, from the Atikamekw community of Manawan, and Catherine Langille, member of the Seine River First Nation, are the recipients of this year’s Skills Awards for Indigenous Youth.

FPAC announced the recipients of the inaugural Jim Carr Forest Community Champion Award, Senator Colin Deacon and Mayor Wendy Landry

FPAC announced that Bob Fleet, a distinguished forestry professional who has made remarkable and sustained contributions to the forest products sector over the course of his career, has been honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award

FPAC announced that Bonny Skene is being honoured with the Outstanding Member of the Year Award for her significant contributions to sustainability and community engagement

FPAC announced the Canadian Wood Council (CWC) is being honoured with the Partnership Award for their extraordinary contributions to shaping the future of construction and elevating the role of wood in sustainable building practices

FPAC announced Alexis Bolduc-Gagnon as the recipient of the Rising Star Award from Canada’s forest products sector

FPAC announced that Kari Stuart-Smith, Manager of Biodiversity and Wildlife for Canfor Corporation, is being honoured with the Women in Forestry Award

FPAC announced that Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government Chipping is being honoured with the Indigenous Business Leadership Award

Ottawa Redblacks Recognize Derek Nighbor for Community Service