Posts Tagged ‘Forest industry’
NB Forest Sector 2022 – Infographic
Growing the Forest Sector Workforce
While it seems that the COVID-19 pandemic has amplified the labour crisis for the forest industry, both here in New Brunswick and across Canada, the pending labour shortages have been on the horizon for some time now in Atlantic Canada. The New Brunswick Labour Market Outlook 2018-2027, released by Post-Secondary Education, Labour and Training (PETL),…
Read MoreCelebrating the 24 000 Employees
People in New Brunswick are all connected in some way to our forests. The many values we have are rooted in cultures, livelihood, conservation, and recreation. Many of these people work in the New Brunswick forest sector – 24,000 of them in fact. I am proud to say that #iam1of24K! It is our diverse and…
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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