Saskatchewan Celebrates National Forest Week
Released on September 21, 2020
More Than 500 Million Trees Planted On Provincial Forest
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"National Forest Week is being recognized this year from September 20-26,
marking its 100th anniversary and highlighting the important role that forests
play, both for the environment and our economy. Saskatchewan recently
reached a historic forestry milestone, as the 500-millionth tree was planted on
provincial forest lands.
“Forest land covers 34 million hectares, over half our province, and forestry
is northern Saskatchewan’s largest economic sector,” Energy and Resources
Minister Bronwyn Eyre said. “The provincial forestry sector, which
generates nearly $1 billion in forest product sales annually and supports
nearly 8,000 direct and indirect jobs, is showing strong signs of economic
recovery.”
Saskatchewan’s forestry industry includes seven large
manufacturing facilities, which produce lumber, pulp and panels, and more
than 210 small businesses that produce a variety of forest
products. Prices for many products are currently at record highs, due to
low inventories and record repair and renovation retail sales.
Saskatchewan is home to the largest 100 per cent First Nations-owned sawmill in
Canada, and Indigenous people comprise over 27 per cent of the province’s total
forestry sector workforce—by far the highest of any province.
Each spring, some seven million trees are planted across the province, and
National Forest Week is a good time to remember the importance of sustainable
forest management for both government and the forestry sector, which ensures
the continued renewal of one of Saskatchewan’s most important natural
resources.
“Sustainable forest management promotes healthy forests into the future,”
Environment Minister Dustin Duncan said. “Harvested areas in the province
are renewed through natural regeneration, tree planting or a combination of the
two. Because forests and the forestry industry are so important for
Saskatchewan, this is an exciting milestone to celebrate during National Forest
Week.”
The theme for National Forest Week’s 100th anniversary is ‘Healthy Forests -
Healthy Future’, recognizing the importance healthy forests have on everyone.
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For more information, contact:
Robin Speer, Energy and Resources, Regina
Phone: 306-787-8360 Email: robin.speer@gov.sk.ca
Canadian Institute of Forestry https://www.cif-ifc.org/
Forest Education https://www.cif-ifc.org/forest-education/
The Institute strives to provide engaging and informative resources to assist in bringing awareness to and learning more about one of Canada's most valuable resources - forests!
Check out our infographics on a variety of topics including wood fibre characteristics, genomics and enhanced forest inventory.
Canada's Forests Teaching Kit Series
Get the tools to educate the value of forests and the importance of protecting and conserving them.
Each year NFW is celebrated across Canada inviting individuals to learn more about Canada’s forest heritage and to raise awareness about this valuable and renewable resource.
Other Resources
https://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/agriculture-natural-resources-and-industry/forestry
How well do you know Saskatchewan’s forests? This infographic answers common questions, along with some interesting facts, about our province’s forests.
Prune, Store, Use, Market or Transport Elm Trees
Reduce the risk of spreading Dutch elm disease. Apply for a permit to prune, store, use, sell or transport elm trees, including seedlings.
Learn about the forest ecosystems of Saskatchewan and get the ecosite guide.
Learn about insects and diseases affecting Saskatchewan’s forests.
Find out about the different types of licences that forest product harvesters need and check current timber dues rates.
Request this permit to harvest any wood from provincial Crown forests for commercial purposes, including Christmas trees and transplants.
Learn about Saskatchewan's forest resources.
Find useful tips for morel mushroom harvesters, along with maps of road-accessible recent wildfires in northern Saskatchewan.
Email the Ministry of Environment to receive a licence with a term of up to 10 years, granting rights to harvest specified forest volumes as well as responsibilities for forest management.
Learn how planning supports good forest management decisions and long-term forest health.
Learn how forest renewal happens, how successful reforestation has been and why it’s important.
Check out our forest
Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace - Jack-Pot is at a $475. Draw Thursday Night: Follow the Lions on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/ The Town Newsletter for September/October has information about upcoming events. Previous newsletters can be found on the Recreation page.
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