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2017 SFI Annual Conference
New Speakers Announced
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The 2017 SFI Annual Conference, September 27-29, in Ottawa, Ontario, will bring together thought leaders from the forest products sector, including conservation and community partners, tribal and Indigenous leaders, and forest product customers.
This year's conference theme is Forests. A Way of Life. The conference will highlight a variety of topics related to the future of our forests and the people who depend on them. As a sustainability leader, SFI focuses on the interconnectedness of robust forest supply chains, conservation benefits associated with active forest management, and sustainable communities. Engage with others by participating in our wide-ranging and provocative conference, covering themes including:
- Forest policy challenges and opportunities affecting forest health, communities and markets
- Forest research, innovation and the role of responsible forestry in the bioeconomy - from textiles to tall wood buildings
- The role of active forest management in addressing water quality, carbon sequestration and biodiversity to meet community, customer and conservation objectives
- How the SFI Fiber Sourcing Standard is relevant from small family landowners through to consumer-facing brandowners
- Progressive aboriginal relations including Indigenous housing
- Market access, reputation and trade implications for forest communities who depend on forests for a way of life
- Youth education and building the next generation of future forest leaders
- Why women in this sector rock! And why we think the men are pretty important too!
- Are wetlands for the birds? For people? For forest health?
- How the SFI Forest Management Standard is finding new approaches to species at risk and endangered species, and to new monitoring for conservation easements.
In celebration of Canada's 150th anniversary SFI and the Canadian Institute of Forestry will be holding a joint session Thursday morning, September 28.
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will feature a cross-Canada look at the challenges and opportunities facing the forest sector supply chain and forest communities. We expect more than 600 people with diverse expertise and interests from across North America and internationally to attend this joint session. Join us for this signature event featuring thought leaders and change agents.
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Kathy Abusow, President and CEO, Sustainable Forestry Initiative
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Joel Bonin
, Director, Nature Conservancy of Canada
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Ronald Brizard,
Associate Deputy Minister - Forestry, Ministry of Forests, Wildlife and Parks, Government of Quebec
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Elder Claudette Commanda, Algonquin Elder, Kitigan Zibi
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George D'Urso,
Director, Sustainability, WestRock
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Jean Paul (JP) Gladu
, President and CEO, Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business
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Karla Guyn
, CEO, Ducks Unlimited Canada and member of the SFI Inc. Board of Directors
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Scott P. Jones
, CEO, Forest Landowners Association
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Julia Marton-Lefevre
, Chair, Sustainable Biomass Partnership Advisory Board
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Glenn Mason
, Assistant Deputy Minister, National Capital Region, Natural Resources Canada
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Kathleen McFadden
, Assistant Deputy Minister, Forest Industry Division, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
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Derek Nighbor, CEO, Forest Products Association of Canada
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Mark Rodgers
, President and CEO, Habitat for Humanity Canada and Chair, SFI Inc. Board of Directors
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Fiona Schmiegelow
, Professor and Director, Northern Environmental and Conservation Sciences Program, University of Alberta
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Laura Thompson
, Director of Technical Marketing and Sustainable Development, Sappi North America
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Lynn Wilson, Director, Natural Resources, Louisiana-Pacific
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Help us set a new record for student attendance at this year's conference by sponsoring students enrolled in forestry or natural resources programs. Last year, 22 students representing nine different universities attended. This high turnout speaks to the value of SFI's
Student Scholarship Program
and the tremendous support of our student sponsors
and mentors. Several organizations have already lined up to be student sponsors for this year's conference. Learn more.
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Experience Canada's forests firsthand at Kenauk Nature -- one of North America's largest private fish and game reserves, boasting more than 60 lakes. The Kenauk Nature property is an hour east of Ottawa, and is partly owned by the Nature Conservancy of Canada. The property, which covers 65,000 acres/26,000 hectares, contains working forests certified to the SFI Forest Management Standard, and Kenauk Canada is an SFI Program Participant.
The gift certificate (valued at $1,300) includes:
- Three nights for two in a chalet
- Canoeing, kayaking and hiking
- Access to the indoor pool and fitness center at Fairmont Le Château Montebello
- Includes choice of:
- One day fishing for two
- One round of sporting clay for two
- Guided hike for two
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For more information about how your organization can sponsor this year's conference and deliver your message directly to the SFI community, contact
Amy Doty
/ 202-596-3458.
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Hotel Reservations
Reserve
your room online, or call 1-800-WESTIN-1 and ask for "2017 SFI Annual Conference" or "Sustainable Forestry Initiative" group rate
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Travel Information
Visit the conference
website
for information on travel and accommodations. Check out our latest transportation discounts too.
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Room rate: $249 (CAD) plus tax
SFI Negotiated Hotel Room Rate cut-off date: Friday, August 25, 2017.
(Rate and space available on first-come, first-serve basis after August 25, 2017).
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