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May 13, 2026
What is Forest Management Certification in Canada and Why Does it Matter?
Canada’s forests will continue to play a critical role in supporting communities, addressing climate challenges, and supplying renewable materials for our economy. Forest management certification helps ensure that this role is carried out with accountability, transparency, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
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News Releases
May 8, 2026
Forest Sector responds to Federal Government's Consultation on Strengthening One Canadian Economy
Reliable, efficient, and cost‑effective transportation networks are essential to Canadian economy
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May 7, 2026
Researchers recognized for innovation in the Canadian forest value chain
Christopher Gagnon and Armel Zambou Kenfack receive 2026 Chisholm Awards for Innovation in Forestry
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April 28, 2026
Control the Controllable: Canada must focus on boosting competitiveness
Forest Sector reacts to Federal Spring Economic Update
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April 22, 2026
FPAC Launches New Economic Impact Dashboard Showcasing Real-Time Value of Canada’s Forest Products Sector
FPAC has launched a new Economic Impact Dashboard providing an up-to-date, data-driven snapshot of the forest products sector’s contributions to Canada’s economy.
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September 22, 2022
Christa Campbell of Resolute Forest Products Receives Rising Star Award from Canada’s Forest Products Sector
Today, FPAC and MNP announced that Christa Campbell of Resolute Forest Products is being honoured with the Rising Star Award from Canada’s forest products sector.
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September 22, 2022
Indigenous Youth from Manitoba, Quebec, and Northern BC Recognized with Forest Products Sector Skills Awards
Today, FPAC and the Canadian Council of Forest Ministers (CCFM) are recognizing three accomplished individuals with the 2022 Skills Awards for Indigenous Youth.
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September 22, 2022
Robert Merasty of Indigenous Resource Network (IRN) & Jeff Bromley of United Steelworkers (USW) Celebrated with FPAC Partnership Award
Today, FPAC announced that Robert Merasty of the Indigenous Resource Network (IRN) and Jeff Bromley of the United Steelworkers (USW) are being honoured with the FPAC Partnership Award.
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September 22, 2022
Tom Ratz of Resolute Forest Products Honoured with Outstanding Member of the Year Award from Canada’s Forest Products Sector
Today, FPAC announced that Tom Ratz of Resolute Forest Products has been honoured with the Outstanding Member of the Year Award from Canada’s forest products sector.
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September 22, 2022
Susan Yurkovich, Mark Tamas, and Joerg Goetsch Honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award from Canada’s Forest Products Sector
Today, FPAC announced that Susan Yurkovich of the BC Council of Forest Industries (COFI) & BC Lumber Trade Council, Mark Tamas of Tolko Industries, and Joerg Goetsch of Mercer International have each been honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award from Canada’s forest products sector.
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September 22, 2022
Canada’s Forest Sector Honours Ntityix Resources LP of West Kelowna, BC with Indigenous Business Leadership Award
As National Forest Week is celebrated across the country, Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) announced that Ntityix Resources LP of West Kelowna, BC is being honoured with the Indigenous Business Leadership Award.
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September 22, 2022
Canada’s Forest Sector Announces Awards of Excellence Recipients, Celebrating Its Best and Brightest
As National Forest Week is celebrated across the country, Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) is seizing the opportunity to announce the recipients of its annual Awards of Excellence program.
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August 25, 2022
Basil Cooper: Blog 5: FPAC 2022 Green Dream Internship Program
Many of my hobbies have me finding myself surrounded by oceans, lakes and forests.
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August 25, 2022
Basil Cooper: From forest to lumber boards: FPAC 2022 Green Dream Internship Program
In this post I’d like to share my experience of learning about the value chain and business activities from ‘end to end’.
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August 25, 2022
Basil Cooper: Goat Lick Trip: FPAC 2022 Green Dream Internship Program
I have been very excited to share this story as it’s one of the most memorable experiences from my time at Canfor and could not have happened without the support of my managers and some amazing colleagues. I like to call this story “the goat lick trip”.
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