T
hrough the Work Wild program, Alberta Forest Products Association encourages youth
to learn about the responsible, dependable, and renewable forestry industry in our province. In our classroom presentations, we address misconceptions about forestry, and highlight the incredibly diverse opportunities the industry holds for those who choose a career in forestry. This sector is meticulous in keeping the lifeblood of the industry, its forests, healthy and thriving for years to come. As a global leader in sustainable forest management, Alberta requires that forest professionals and experts collaborate to create a robust 200-year forest management plan. This plan will account for healthy water systems, wildlife habitats, and natural forest disturbances such as wildfire. This is to ensure that the forest ecosystem will be healthy before, during, and long after long any harvesting operations occur. Further, the forestry companies in
FORESTRY:
A career path for all students in a sustainable industry
Alberta often hold tenure for 100 years in the province. These forests, which have been managed by forestry companies, have all been certified as sustainably managed forests by thirdparty organizations, ensuring that all lumber harvested in the province of Alberta is done so in a maintainable and respectful manner that keeps our forest ecosystems healthy and thriving. In addition, the industry ensures absolute minimal deforestation by planting three trees for every one harvested. In 2021 alone, 100 million seedlings were planted.
8 Alberta School Counsellor / Fall 2022
