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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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January 20, 2025
Job Posting: Director of Conservation Biology
The Director of Conservation Biology leads the charge in promoting the socioeconomic and environmental benefits of sustainable forest management.
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News Releases
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 10, 2025
Recognizing Research Excellence: Canadian Forestry Innovation Awards Program Now Accepting Applications
Now in its 4th year, the Chisholm Awards for Innovation in Forestry is celebrating the innovative spirit and leadership of young students and researchers in Canada’s forest sector.
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February 1, 2025
FPAC Responds to U.S. Tariffs on Canadian Exports
FPAC issued a statement in response to President Trump’s decision to impose a 25% tariff on Canadian products destined for the United States
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February 12, 2024
Recognizing Research Excellence: Canadian Forestry Innovation Awards Program Now Accepting Applications
The Chisholm Awards for Innovation in Forestry, now in its third year, is opening its doors once again to celebrate the innovative spirit and leadership of young students and researchers in Canada’s forest sector.
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December 14, 2023
Canada’s Forest Sector Welcomes Federal Pre-Approved Housing Design Initiative
Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) welcomes the federal government's move to introduce a catalogue of pre-approved, ready-to-build housing designs
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December 11, 2023
COP 28: Canada’s Forest Sector Unveils Roadmap to Support Climate Resilience and Emissions Reduction Targets
COP 28: Canada’s Forest Sector Unveils Roadmap to Support Climate Resilience and Emissions Reduction Targets
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December 5, 2023
Canada’s Forest Sector Key to Tackling Housing Crisis While Bolstering Climate Resiliency
Meeting Canada’s housing demand is about more than just building affordable homes. The National Housing Strategy notes that homes must also be climate-resilient.
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November 21, 2023
Fall Economic Statement Recognizes Biomass Technologies as Necessary to Reducing Emissions and Improving Canadian Competitiveness
Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) applauds the federal government’s decision to include forest biomass conversion technologies for heat and electricity generation in its Clean Manufacturing and Clean Electricity Investment Tax Credits (ITCs)
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October 30, 2023
Ground-Breaking Legislation Puts Canada on the Path to a Greener Future
The forest sector has long touted the benefits of new and innovative building materials as a means of reducing our collective carbon footprint.
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September 20, 2023
Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government Chipping Honoured with Indigenous Business Leadership Award for Exemplary Contributions to Canada's Forest Products Sector
FPAC announced that Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government Chipping is being honoured with the Indigenous Business Leadership Award
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September 20, 2023
Alexis Bolduc-Gagnon Receives Rising Star Award for Outstanding Contributions to Canada’s Forest Products Sector
FPAC announced Alexis Bolduc-Gagnon as the recipient of the Rising Star Award from Canada’s forest products sector
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September 20, 2023
Canadian Wood Council (CWC) Receives Partnership Award for Outstanding Contributions to Canada's Forest and Wood Building Sector
FPAC announced the Canadian Wood Council (CWC) is being honoured with the Partnership Award for their extraordinary contributions to shaping the future of construction and elevating the role of wood in sustainable building practices
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September 20, 2023
Bonny Skene Recognized with Outstanding Member of the Year Award by Canada's Forest Products Sector
FPAC announced that Bonny Skene is being honoured with the Outstanding Member of the Year Award for her significant contributions to sustainability and community engagement
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