Lobbying Information
Subject Matters
- Climate
- Economic Development
- Energy
- Environment
- Fisheries
- Forestry
- International Trade
- Transportation
Subject Matter Details
Grant, Contribution or Other Financial Benefit
- Detailing the potential devastation of the pine beetle on Canada's forests and urging the Government of Canada to support mitigation work in Alberta.
Policies or Program
- 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.
- 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.
- Lobbying for efficient rail service that moves member company products to customers in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Promoting a competitive forest industry, including sound forestry policy and strategic partnerships and programs.
- 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.
Regulation
- Amendments to the Pulp and Paper Effluent Regulations including the Environmental Effects Monitoring (EEM) program.
- Speaking to government about the Clean Fuel Standard and its potential impact on the forest industry.
Communication Techniques
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Written communication
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Oral communication
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Grass-roots communication
Government Institutions
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Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
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Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
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Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
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Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
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Transport Canada (TC)
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Western Economic Diversification Canada (WD)
In-house Organization Details
Description of the organization's activities
The Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) is a non-profit association that represents companies manufacturing lumber, panelboard, pulp and paper, and secondary manufactured wood products in Alberta.
Alberta’s forest products industry and the AFPA work together to develop public awareness of the industry, fostering a greater understanding of the economic, environmental, and social values of Alberta’s forests.
Association programs and initiatives include environment, forestry, market development, health and safety, lumber grading, public education, government relations, and transportation.
Established in 1942, the AFPA is governed by a Board of Directors, composed of senior representatives from member companies.
Responsible officer name and position during the period of this registration
Jason Krips,
President & CEO
Organization's membership or classes of membership
The Alberta Forest Products Association represents Alberta companies involved in the manufacturing of lumber, panelboard, pulp, paper, wood pellet, and secondary manufactured wood products.
Government funding
End date of the last completed financial year:
2021-08-31
List of Government Funding
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Government Institution
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Funding Received in Last Financial Year
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Funding Expected in Current Financial Year
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Alberta Agriculture and Forestry
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$250,000.00
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Yes
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Alberta Economic Development, Tourism, and Trade
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$100,000.00
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No
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Alberta Innovates
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$50,000.00
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No
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Canada - Alberta Job Grant
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$1,346.76
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Yes
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In-house Organization Contact Information
Address:
#900, 10707 100 Avenue
Edmonton, AB T5J 3M1
Canada
Telephone number:
780-452-2841
Lobbyists Details
Employees who lobby for the organization
- Chris Breen,
Senior Manager, Forest Policy |
No public offices held
- Sheila Harrison,
Vice President, Policy |
No public offices held
- Anna Kauffman,
Senior Policy and Economics Analyst |
No public offices held
- Jason Krips,
President & CEO |
No public offices held
- Graham Legaarden,
Manager, Forest Policy |
No public offices held
- Brock Mulligan,
Senior Vice President |
No public offices held
- Craig Werner,
Director, Environment and Regulatory Affairs |
No public offices held
