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What is Forest Management Certification in Canada and Why Does it Matter?

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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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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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August 15, 2019

Ministers Agree To Work Together to Promote Canadian Forestry

At annual meeting the Canadian Council of Forest Ministers commit to promoting Canadian forest products and leadership in sustainable forest management

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July 11, 2019

Canada's Forest Products Sector Welcomes Economic Commitments From Canada's Premiers

Canada's forest products sector welcomes Premiers' shared commitment to grow an innovative and diverse forest sector for the future

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June 25, 2019

Canada's Forest Products Industry Applauds "Toronto Tomorrow" And The Plan Build A Timber Neighbourhood

FPAC applauds "Toronto Tomorrow" proposal that prominently features the use of wood from Canada√ïs sustainably managed forests as a cornerstone of its project.

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June 12, 2019

Canada's Forest Sector Pays Tribute to a Global Forest Industry Champion

FPAC honours Sylvain Lhôte, Director General of CEPI who helped advance innovation and opportunities for forest sector companies and workers around the globe

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June 3, 2019

Canada's Forest Products Sector Responds To Launch Of FSC's New Certification Standard

Canada's forest products sector welcomes new certification standards by the Forest Stewardship Council to continue as a world leader in sustainable forest management

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May 15, 2019

Canada's Forest Products Sector Confirms Support For Notre Dame Reconstruction Effort

The quality and integrity of products sourced from Canadian forests can play an important role in the reconstruction of the Notre Dame Cathedral

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May 15, 2019

Canada's First National Bioeconomy Strategy, "Canada's Bioeconomy Strategy: Leveraging Our Strengths For A Sustainable Future"

Canada's bioeconomy strategy recommendations include access to biomass, global leadership in forestry, sustainable resource management, and a skilled workforce

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May 15, 2019

CD Howe Report Explores The Future Of Canada's Forest Products Sector

New report on future of forest products sector shows sector is critical to sustaining and growing job opportunities for workers and families in northern and rural forestry communities

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April 16, 2019

FPAC Welcomes Agency Decision on Supply Chain Congestion Issues

FPAC supports the Canadian Transportation Agency's findings that rail service delivery in British Columbia is creating issues for global trade movement

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