Posts by Kim Allen
Statement from New Brunswick Lumber Producers Regarding Countervailing Duties on Exports of Lumber to the United States
25 April 2017 – For Immediate Release FREDERICTON, N.B. – The announcement of a 19.88% countervailing duty (CVD) by the US Department of Commerce (US DOC) for NB softwood lumber producers is very tough news – not only for our mills but for the rural communities where we live and work. The assessment of a…
Read MoreLargest crowd to date at Forest NB 60th annual general meeting and industry forum
Nearly 140 forestry professionals and industry stakeholders gathered at the Crowne Plaza March 1 for Forest NB’s 60th Annual General Meeting and Industry Forum. The event included networking opportunities, industry related discussions and topical presentations on the status of New Brunswick’s forest industry. Presentations addressed a number of sector-related topics including a workplace safety discussion…
Read MoreNew Brunswick forest industry stakeholders discuss provincial carbon pricing options
Forest NB members and industry stakeholders attended a carbon pricing workshop in Fredericton on Friday to explore options regarding a provincial carbon pricing model. Chris Walton from Arbora Management Services delivered a presentation describing Ontario’s implementation of their carbon taxation model in recent years. The meeting was called in anticipation of the carbon tax policy…
Read MoreForest NB member AV Group recognized as one of Atlantic Canada’s top employers
Congratulations to Forest NB member AV Group on being recognized in the Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers 2016 competition. The competition, now in its 8th year, highlights the region’s best workplaces based on an 8-point evaluation scale. These include: Physical workplace Work atmosphere & social Health, financial & family benefits Vacation & time off Employee communications…
Read MoreKathy Abusow, President and CEO of Sustainable Forestry Initiative, explains the difference between deforestation and responsible forestry
As President and CEO of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), Kathy Abusow understands the importance of responsible forest management and forestry practices. While she feels that forest conservation is necessary, she also explains how regulated harvesting and replanting are key components to healthy forests. “Working forests also provide quality jobs that can sustain rural communities.…
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