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NEWS RELEASE Atlantic Master Loggers Honoured Time Inc., the largest magazine publisher in the world, is welcoming the first group of Certified Master Loggers in Atlantic Canada. Thirteen contractors were honoured last night at the Hotel Beausejour in Moncton for being the first to achieve Atlantic Master Logger Certification. Certification is proof that a contractor has been trained and is committed to har-vesting in an environmentally responsible manner. Time Inc.'s Director of Sustainable development, David Refkin told the successful contractors that the program meets the requirements of Time's Certified Sustainable Forestry Program. Refkin said, "It is about a spirit of cooperation and balance. Time has worked for many years to have a larger portion of fibre used in paper come from certified sources. We have worked closely with communities, government and our paper suppliers to reach these targets. We also want to send a credible message to the public that sustainable forestry is taking place." Peter Robichaud, Executive Director of the Canadian Woodlands Forum, which administers the certification program says certification is proof of sustainable practices and good management in forest operations. "The consumer wants it. Forest products customers like Time Inc. are asking for it. Suppliers like UPM and Stora Enso need it to do business. Now, small contractors who operate on most of the private land in Atlantic Canada can offer it." Atlantic Canada's new Certified Master Loggers wre introduced at the Spring Meeting of the Canadian Woodlands Forum which concludes today in Moncton. Unable to attend in person, Refkin delivered his message via video. He was introduced by Phil Riebel, Environmental Director for UPM North america. "The Atlantic Master Logger Certification is part of a workable solution for both large and small landowners." said Riebel. "It is expecially important for contractors working on smaller privae woodlots and selling their wood to UPM. With Master Logger Certification, wood harvested ont hose private lands is considered certified. That opens up a stronger market for smaller contractors." Certification programs like the Atlantic Master Logger are based on external, thrid-party auditing to ensure standards are met and maintained. "Recognizing the Forest Stewards of Atlantic Canada"
List of Certified Atlantic Master Loggers
For further information contact: Peter Robichaud, Executive Director |
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