All Posts: Communities & Indigenous Partnerships

Earlier today, Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) made a $10,000 commitment to support the Outland Youth Employment Program (OYEP) and its education and training program for Indigenous youth.

Canada’s sustainably-managed forests and the carbon-storing wood products they provide are key to supporting Canada’s transition to a net-zero carbon economy by 2050 - meeting conservation targets and creating the quality green jobs of tomorrow at the same time.

It is our hope that during this federal election campaign all parties will continue to support the important call to ensure all Canadians have reliable access to high-speed internet. The future of our northern and rural communities and their ability to strengthen their post-pandemic economies depends on it.

Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) is pleased to announce the winners of its annual Green Dream Internship Program. Winners will blog about their work experiences in Canada’s forests and mills over the course of the summer. 

FPAC and Statistics Canada celebrate five year partnership, collecting energy efficiency data in the the forest sector, supporting a low carbon economy

FPAC shares several ideas to secure a sustainable working forest for workers and communities, and to improve market access opportunities for Canadian wood-based products and bio-products

The Forest Products Association of Canada announces sponsorship of Canadian curlers John Epping and Lisa Weagle

Forest Products Association of Canada recognizes former minister Lisa Raitt's leadership in the forestry sector with Forestry Community Champion award

FPAC honours Deputy Grand Council Chief Edward Wawia for his support for the forestry sector and its contributions to Canada's environmental and economic priorities.

Forest Products Association of Canada recognizes leadership of forest community partner Williams Lake Mayor Walt Cobb, with Awards of Excellence

FPAC and the Canadian Council of Forest Ministers presented Skills Awards for Indigenous youth to students with commitment to forest sector careers

The 2020 Indigenous Business Leadership Award celebrates Indigenous entrepreneurs in the forest products industry who exemplify business leadership through exceptional environmental and safety performance