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Stay up-to-date on the latest news and information on how Canada's forest products sector is building resiliency, adapting to meet the changing environmental and economic needs of our country, and working to keep our forests as forests forever.
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October 1, 2024
Kevin Diep: Blog 5: End of Summer in Forestry: FPAC 2024 Green Dream Internship Program
Kevin Diep: Blog 5: End of Summer in Forestry: FPAC 2024 Green Dream Internship Program
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News Releases
April 29, 2025
Forest Sector Action Plan must be a top priority for Canada’s new government
Forest Sector Action Plan must be a top priority for Canada’s new government
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April 28, 2025
New Report Highlights Forest Sector’s Vital Role in Strengthening Canada’s Economy from Coast to Coast
FPAC is proud to release a new national research report, titled Canada’s Forest Economy: An Analysis of the National Supply Chain and Community Investment Impact
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March 4, 2025
Canada’s Forest Sector Speaks Out Against Unnecessary Tariffs on Canadian Exports
For Canada’s forest sector, if these tariffs are not removed, they will damage a long- and well-functioning integrated forest products supply chain that runs two ways and benefits Americans and Canadians alike
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February 21, 2025
Canada’s Forest Sector Responds to Threats of U.S. Tariffs on Canadian Wood Products
Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) today responded to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent comments regarding proposed tariffs on Canadian wood products, expressing deep concern over the economic impact these measures would have on forest sector employees on both sides of the border and on American families seeking affordable housing.
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February 22, 2017
Forest Industry Applauds Government's Softwood Lumber Task Force
Government task force ensures continued innovation, market diversification and strengthening of rural and northern communities
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February 2, 2017
Canada Grows On Trees: Celebrating Canada's 150th
The forest sector has played a vital role in Canada's history and is vital to maintaining a sustainable, innovative and internationally recognized bioeconomy.
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December 9, 2016
A Call to Action for Governments: Help the Forest Sector Tackle Climate Change
The Canadian forest products industry is calling on federal and provincial governments to show strong climate leadership in the transition to a green economy.
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December 8, 2016
Forest Industry Applauds Pre-budget Report As Good For Sector Innovation
FPAC welcomes pre-budget recommendations that strengthens commitment to Canada's forestry sector including support for the manufacturing, innovation and promotion of forest products.
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November 29, 2016
Young Canadian Researcher Chosen to Vie For Global Innovation Award
McGill researcher Goeun Sim is the Canadian finalist for innovation award from the International Council of Forest & Paper Associations
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November 25, 2016
FPAC Response To U.S. Action On Softwood Lumber
FPAC is working with the federal government to defend the Canadian forestry industry and economy from American trade action against softwood lumber
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November 24, 2016
Forest Industry Applauds Push For Clean Growth And Climate Action Plan
FPAC signs open letter to the Prime Minister and premiers calling on smart government leadership that paves the foundation for a cleaner, greener and stronger economy
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November 22, 2016
Indigenous Youth From East And West Coasts Win Forest Industry Skills Award
FPAC and the Canadian Council of Forest Ministers presented awards to aboriginal students demonstrating commitment to forest sector careers
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November 11, 2016
Remembering the Canadian Forestry Corps
Forest Products Association of Canada's CEO honours contribution of Canada's Forestry Corps to lumber production and construction in Europe in WWI
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November 3, 2016
Forest Industry Applauds Government For Action To Improve Transportation
FPAC applauds announcement to improve Canada's transportation system. Transportation presents up to one-third of the production costs of any forest products firm.
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