Canada is one of the most resource-rich nations on Earth, and our forests are among the greatest examples of that natural wealth. Covering nearly 347 million hectares – about 9% of the world's total forested land – Canada's forests are a backdrop to our national identity, while the forestry indu...
When you think of Alberta’s resource industries, it’s likely that energy or agriculture are the first that come to mind. But did you know that most of Canada’s energy powerhouse province - more than 60% - is covered by forests? Apart from the tree-lined slopes of the Rocky Mountains, not many pe...
Canada is home to vast forests found in every province and territory. With the world’s third-largest forested area, about 362 million hectares (ha), nearly 40% of Canada’s land surface area is covered by forest. For perspective, one hectare is about the size of six standard National Hockey Leagu...
Many Canadians don’t know that forestry is a significant part of New Brunswick’s economy and way of life; the sheer scale of the industry is quite impressive. As the province’s largest industry, it accounts for 5% of the total provincial economy, 24,000 jobs, and generates $2.8 billion in export...
Did you know that nearly three-quarters of Nova Scotia is covered in forests? Throughout its history, these forests have not only supported the lifestyle of Canadians across the province, but have also nurtured a forestry sector that supports thousands of jobs and adds nearly $2 billion to Nova ...
With 55 million hectares of forested lands and nearly 100,000 total jobs [1][2], British Columbia’s forestry sector is rooted deep in the province’s economy and identity. In fact, B.C. is one of the world’s largest exporters of a variety of wood products, including wood pellets to pulp, and even...
Home to 9% of the world’s forest and 25% of the world’s boreal forest [2], Canada’s vast forested ecosystems define our stunning natural landscapes while providing significant social, cultural, and economic benefits. Supporting the livelihoods of hundreds of thousands of workers, it’s important ...
Newfoundland and Labrador is home to millions of acres of productive forested lands, a critical economic mainstay for the province since its beginnings. Going back into history, much further back than when Europeans settled what we now know as Atlantic Canada, you'll discover that the region's f...
This blog has been edited due to Bill C-59 Did you know that nearly half of Quebec is covered by forests stretching more than 760,000 square kilometres (km2), an area larger than Sweden and Norway combined? It’s no wonder Quebec’s forestry sector is the largest in the country, ahead of British C...
Updated April 2023 Canada's forest industry is an important part of our nation's prosperity, creating jobs and economic opportunities in hundreds of communities across the country. In 2021, for example, the sector directly employed nearly 206,000 people while generating $34.8 billion of economic...