Forestry in Kananaskis has a tradition of sustainability
Posted by AFPA | October 10, 2023
There’s a lot of conversation right now about forest harvesting in southern Alberta, specifically in the Upper Highwood region of ...
Millar Western Donates Edmonton Christmas Tree
Posted by AFPA | November 9, 2018
Ever wonder where the large Christmas tree that decorates Churchill Square in Edmonton comes from? It’s actually donated every year by AFPA member Millar Western.
Watch the video below to see crews sustainably harvesting the tree in a forest near Whitecourt.
In the the summer, crews will plant new trees in place of this and other trees that companies harvest. In fact, reforestation is the law in Alberta. AFPA members plant over 80 million trees annually.
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Our Commitment to Resilience
Posted by AFPA | July 25, 2023
Alberta’s forest sector understands the threat and impacts of wildfire better than most. Some groups would have you believe the young forests that grow after a sustainable harvest are driving wildfire risk in the province. We’re here to set the record straight.
