Vernon chamber policy on national forest strategy strongly supported – Vernon Morning Star
Policy reecommendation introduced at national chamber AGM in Calgary; 99 per cent in favour
A Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce policy recommendation urging government to develop a comprehensive national forest and forestry sector strategy received 99 per cent support from 375 members at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce annual general meeting in Calgary. (File photo)
It’s a sector that benefits more than 600 communities in Canada, directly employs more than 200,000 people and sees extensive stewardship planning to ensure the country’s forests continue to thrive — even in the face of wildfires, droughts and pests.
In B.C. and in the North Okanagan, forestry is critical to both the economy and the changing environment.
That’s why the Greater Vernon Chamber recently attended the Canadian Chamber Annual General Meeting and Conference, held in Calgary, to introduce a policy that urges government to develop a comprehensive national forest and forestry sector strategy.
