ALBERTA FOREST PRODUCTS ASSOCIATION
Registration:
23
of
23
(2024-09-23
to
present)
Details Regarding the Identified Subject Matter
Subject matters
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Details
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Categories
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Fisheries, Forestry
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Advocating for implementation of the Species at Risk Act that recognizes the value of forestry on the landbase and balances conservation goals and socioeconomic impacts.
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Policies or Program
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Climate
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Amendments to the Pulp and Paper Effluent Regulations including the Environmental Effects Monitoring (EEM) program.
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Regulation
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Climate
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Engaging on the climate change file to promote the benefits of a well-managed forest and wood building products as part of Canada's net zero goal.
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Policies or Program
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Transportation
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Lobbying for efficient rail service that moves member company products to customers in a timely and cost-effective manner.
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Policies or Program
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Forestry
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Promoting a competitive forest industry, including sound forestry policy and strategic partnerships and programs.
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Policies or Program
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International Trade
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Representing AFPA-member company interests on the softwood lumber file and working with the Government of Canada to achieve a resolution to outstanding trade disputes with the United States.
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Policies or Program
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Climate
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Speaking to government about the Clean Fuel Standard and its potential impact on the forest industry.
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Regulation
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Fisheries, Forestry
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Working with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans on a process to evaluate and mitigate impacts of stream crossings and harvesting operations in areas with trout populations.
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Policies or Program
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