Forests are where Canadians love to live, work and play. Covering ~40% of Canada's land, forests have become deeply ingrained into the everyday lives of millions of Canadians. It makes sense; approximately 23 million of us live in or near forests, about two-thirds of Canada's total population.
Thankfully, our forests have afforded Canadians the opportunity to develop a flourishing forestry sector. Canadian forestry began in the early 20th century and has since evolved into a highly-technical and sustainability-focused industry.
Wood is a foundational material for all aspects of modern life: buildings, transportation and industrial equipment to name a few examples. Certain uses for wood have now been replaced by goods made from mined materials and petroleum products, but the importance of wood in Canada and across the globe has not diminished.
