In recent years, Canada has endured some of its most devastating wildfire seasons on record, largely fuelled by extreme weather conditions exacerbated by climate change. This escalating crisis underscores the urgent need for more robust…
Forestry
Precision forestry; Indigenous forestry
Get ready for an exciting event in the forestry industry! DEMO International® 2024 will be held in the Ottawa-Gatineau area, Canada, from September 17 to 21, 2024. Hosted by the Canadian Woodlands Forum, this premier…
FPInnovations, a national leader in operational research on forest fires, announces its renewed commitment to the safety of communities and the preservation of Canada’s forest ecosystems. This latest blog article delves into the organisation’s unparalleled…
The Québec Minister of Natural Resources and Forests and Minister Responsible for the Bas-Saint-Laurent Region and the Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine Region, Maïté Blanchette Vézina, today announced a maximum financial assistance of $2M, over three years, to FPInnovations…
(Read Natural Resources Canada’s news release) The biomass combined heat and power (CHP) technology allows for the generation of heat and energy by converting the energy naturally stored in forest biomass into a wood gas….
Between 2017 and 2021, shoulder injuries arising from forestry workers securing log loads on trucks cost WorkSafeBC and the British Columbia forest industry more than $4.6 million. These claims were related to throwing, removing, cinching,…
There are over a hundred forest and multi-use bridges in the province of Quebec providing access to public forest land and its resources. Because of their location and use, these bridges are not part of…
Through the transition of land tenure, the increasing importance of consultation and co-management, and the impact of climate change, our values system regarding forest resources is shifting. More diverse resources in the forest are being…
When constructing and maintaining resource roads, controlling erosion and sediment around the roads is important in preserving water quality for nearby fish-bearing streams. Recognizing the need for improved resources that summarize best practices, FPInnovations and…
The results of a recent study to determine the feasibility of harvesting biomass within existing logging operations will assist New Brunswick as it works towards the development of a bioeconomy strategy. FPInnovations provided information on…