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September 5, 2025
Canada’s Forest Sector Welcomes New Measures to Strengthen Strategic Canadian Industries 
Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) welcomes the federal government’s announcement of new measures to support trade-exposed Canadian businesses and employees and to enable economic transformation.
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August 5, 2025
FPAC Welcomes Prime Minister Carney’s Support for Forest Sector Employees and Businesses
FPAC Welcomes Prime Minister Carney’s Support for Forest Sector Employees and Businesses
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July 10, 2025
Five Canadians awarded national 2025 Green Dream Internship
Interns share the innovation, sustainability, and community impact of Canada’s forest products sector.
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June 18, 2025
Canada’s Forest Sector Welcomes G7 Wildfire Commitment
Canada’s forest sector welcomes the G7’s commitment to address the environmental, economic, health, and social challenges that come with the increase in catastrophic wildfires globally
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July 20, 2022
Forest Sector Supports New Global Network for Young Professionals
Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) is pleased to lend its support to the Global Network for Forestry Young Professionals (ForYP).
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July 18, 2022
Canada's Forest Sector Announces Winners of 2022 Green Dream Internship Program
Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) is pleased to announce the winners of its 2022 Green Dream Internship Program.
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July 6, 2022
Canada’s Forest Sector Applauds Federal Action on Universal Access to High-Speed Internet
The federal government announced new rules which will govern the upcoming 3800 MHz spectrum auction, a move that will increase both the speed and availability of mobile and internet service across Canada.
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June 3, 2022
Two Recipients Named for National Forestry Innovation Awards
In advance of World Environment Day, Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) is proud to announce the inaugural winners of the Chisholm Awards for Innovation in Forestry
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May 4, 2022
New Global Partnership Announced at World Forestry Congress
Canada’s Derek Nighbor to Serve as Liaison to United Nations Forum on Forests
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April 12, 2022
Poll Results Show Canadians Increasingly Recognize the Benefits of Forestry
A public opinion survey conducted by Abacus Data shows that Canadians are gaining a better appreciation for Canada’s forest industry and the contributions of its workers.
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April 7, 2022
FPAC Statement On Federal Budget 2022
FPAC was pleased to see Minister Freeland signal the intent to do more to support Canadian workers and families in the face of rising concerns about economic insecurity, jobs, and access to housing.
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March 29, 2022
Forestry Sees Opportunities in Emissions Reduction Plan
We will continue to work closely with the federal government on forestry solutions related to greenhouse gas emissions reductions, wildland fire mitigation plans, and national adaptation strategies.
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March 21, 2022
Canada’s Forestry Sector Calls for an Immediate End to CP’s Rail Stoppage
Earlier today, Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) President and CEO Derek Nighbor issued the following statement regarding the current work stoppage impacting national rail service.
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March 21, 2022
Canada’s Forestry Sector Launches National Award to Celebrate Innovation
On the United Nations International Day of Forests, Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) has launched a new national award to recognize youth leadership and innovation in the forest sector.
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