Jobs & Training
Forest NB visits Finland
In October 2024, Forest NB led a dynamic innovation tour to Finland, a journey focused on enhancing collaborative efforts to grow a strong future for communities across New Brunswick through sustainable forestry. This visit serves not only as a cultural exchange – but a strategic initiative to learn from Finland’s renowned forestry practices. The attendees…
Read More2023 Year in Review
The year 2023 marked another significant chapter in the story of New Brunswick’s forest sector. In the face of uncertainty and increasing constraints of inflation, regulatory changes, competing land uses, ongoing global issues and trade impacts, the sector continues to be characterized by resilience and community-focus. Industry participants continue to seek efficiencies and innovative solutions…
Read MoreDeveloping the workforce of tomorrow: New Forestry Equipment Operator Training (FEOT) program
As a province renowned for its abundant forest resources and commitment to environmental stewardship, New Brunswick recognizes the critical need for skilled professionals who can operate forest harvesting equipment efficiently and safely, to ensure the forest’s integrity while maximizing harvest production. The development of a Forest Equipment Operator Training Program is a pivotal step towards…
Read MoreWildfire Risk Mitigation is Sound Climate Policy
Devastating wildfires have been burning from coast to coast in Canada this year, impacting thousands of Canadians with evacuations and loss of homes, communities and infrastructure, blanketing provinces and states alike in smoke that impacts thousands more people with poor air quality. While a familiar slogan may come to mind – Smokey Bear’s “Only YOU…
Read MoreNew Forestry Trade Certifications – an important accomplishment for the sector
In October 2022, Forestry Equipment Operator (Harvester, V190.1) and Forestry Equipment Operator (Forwarder, V189.1) became designated occupations under the Apprenticeship and Occupational Certificate Act. Harvester operator, Mike Mills, and forwarder operator, Tory Baker, became the first successful operators certified by the province after completing a 3.5-hour practical assessment and documenting more than the required operating…
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