Planning Resumes for Demo International 2024: Back to the Woods!
The 2024 Demo International management team kicked into high gear, resuming planning for the much-anticipated Technical Conference Sept 17-18 and outdoor Showcase Sept 19-21 in the Ottawa/Gatineau region. Regular meetings have been held including Fall site visits with exhibitors and partners to ensure a seamless experience and quality world-class event. Fostering global partnerships, CWF was […]
Dinner Meeting in Corner Brook, NL
February 15, 2023, Corner Brook, NL. A meeting was delivered by the Canadian Woodlands Forum in association with the NL-Canadian Institute of Forestry/Registered Professional Foresters Association, NL Forest Industry Association, and the Canadian Wood Fibre Centre of Natural Resources Canada. A timely program including a spruce budworm update, implementing the workforce strategy, a recap of […]
Charting a Sustainable Future: Welcoming Becky Geneau as Executive Director to the CWF Team
We proudly introduced Becky Geneau, the Canadian Woodlands Forum’s new Executive Director! With a passion for connecting youth with industry experts, Becky is set to lead the way propelling our mission forward, fostering collaborative knowledge sharing and supporting sustainable forestry practices. We also extend sincere thanks to outgoing Executive Director, Peter Robichaud, for his 27 […]
In Support of Today’s Forestry Professionals!
The Outstanding Forestry Contractor of the Year Award program, recognizing professionalism and business excellence, received a total of nine nominations for the 2022 award. Having been nominated for the Award recognizes their commitment to responsible environmental performance, employee safety and training, and professional business practices. The forest industry congratulates you and your employees for a […]
Forest Guardians: Growing Hope, One Tree at a Time for Children’s Hospital Foundations Nationwide!
The Canadian Woodlands Forum community rallied together in an inspiring year of philanthropy in 2023, both on the ball field and golf course, as well as through various events. We are thrilled to report that our collective efforts raised an incredible $95,007 for the Log-a-Load for Kids Canada Program, supporting children’s hospital foundations across the […]
Promoting the Future of the Forest Industry
Ensuring the forest industry’s future prosperity hinges on cultivating a robust reputation, crucial for attracting talented employees, new customers, and investment. Building the industry’s social license through sustained activism is pivotal for collective success, and the Canadian Woodlands Forum (CWF) plays a pivotal role in supporting this effort through delivery of focussed events and programs. […]
HPL Working Hands-On with Harvesting Contractors
The Canadian Woodlands Forum through it’s High Performance Logging (HPL) program continued to improve the health and viability of the forestry supply chain through a series of active projects delivered throughout 2023. High Performance Logging (HPL) is an initiative of the Canadian Woodlands Forum and BioApplied™, aimed at providing solutions for improving operational efficiency and […]
Fall Meeting 2023: “Innovate, Collaborate, Embrace: Navigating the Evolving World of Forestry!
On October 3rd and 4th, 2023, the Canadian Woodlands Forum (CWF) hosted an inspiring Fall Meeting at the Cineplex Theatre, Dartmouth Crossing, NS, with a resounding theme: “Innovate, Collaborate, Embrace: Navigating the Evolving World of Forestry!” The Elmsdale Lumber Company, our exceptional hosts, captivated the 140 participants with enlightening presentations and an amazing day in […]
French Logging Operations Group Success
The yearly gathering of the French Logging Operations Group (LOG) on May 16th in Eel River Crossing, NB garnered considerable attention with the active participation of over 40 contractors, truckers, and forestry/supplier personnel. The agenda featured benefits of trade designation for forestry equipment operators, contractor profile, spruce budworm update, an introduction to the Forestry Safety […]
2023 Spring Meeting and 104th Annual General Meeting of Members
The CWF hosted its Spring Meeting and 104th Annual General Meeting of Members, drawing an impressive gathering of over 325 delegates. Held on April 5-6, 2023, at the Delta Beausejour Hotel in Moncton, NB, the event featured an outstanding lineup of speakers who explored essential topics such as the Future of the Wood Supply Chain, […]