Tag: Forestry

Domtar announces reopening of Howe Sound mill

The Howe Sound mill is set to reopen, according to Domtar.

Forestry groups say B.C. needs urgent action to revive the sector

B.C. forestry groups say the sector has reached a breaking point and are urging the province to take immediate action to protect mills, jobs and access to timber.

B.C. lumber industry hoping for trade relief in new Canada-US deal

B.C. forest industry groups are closely watching the latest high-stakes round of Canada-U.S. trade talks.

Mosaic making changes to make recreational land access more reliable 

Mosaic Forest Management said it is changing how it manages recreation access in forestry on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast after receiving feedback from the public. 

Federal action plan for forestry sector expected this week, as report warns of looming “existential risk”

The federal government is expected to release a long-awaited action plan for Canada's struggling forest sector within days, a senior official said Thursday.
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Prices see little movement as Vancouver Island real estate turns to buyers’ market

The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board recorded 13 per cent fewer home sales in September than a year earlier, while benchmark prices remained relatively stable.

Eby defends family’s use of $10-a-day childcare program

B.C. NDP Leader David Eby is facing criticism after confirming his family benefited from a $10-a-day child care program his government froze to new providers.

Great BC Shakeout encourages earthquake preparedness this week

Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast residents can take part in the Great BC ShakeOut earthquake drill this week.

Malcolmson looks to continue work as Nanaimo-Gabriola MLA 

The BC NDP candidate for Nanaimo-Gabriola Island says her experience in provincial and federal politics makes her the right person to continue representing the riding. 

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.
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