See the attached posting:
BAP_Job2022 AGM ANNOUCEMENT
The NBFTA will be holding a virtual AGM this year on Thursday evening, April 28 from 7-9pm.
We expect the AGM to run as it has in past years, including an update from MCFT on current operations, as well as updates from the NBFTA Executive and Committees.
There will be a brief update on Right to Practice discussions currently being had by NBFTA and ARPFNB representatives. Regarding this specifically we expect there to be a joint ARPFNB-NBFTA question and answer session in early May.
To attend the AGM, you must have your membership paid in full (or a commitment from your employer that the membership will be paid for those in a group situation). Most should have received an invoice from the Treasurer, Chris Finnamore, if you have not received an invoice, please contact Chris at ckfinnamore@rogers.com . To pay your membership, an e-transfer can be sent to: nbftatreasurer@gmail.com or cheque can be mailed to: New Brunswick Forest Technicians Association,1350 Regent Street, Fredericton, NB E3C 2G6
To register for the AGM, please send an email to Dusty Corey at dcorey@acadiantimber.com
I look forward to speaking with everyone and hopefully next year we can be back in person.
Thanks,
Riley
Riley Côté-DeMerchant
Secretary,
NBFTA 506-471-5342
riley.demerchant@gmail.com
Job Posting – Continuing Education Coordinator
The Maritime College of Forest Technology in Fredericton, NB is seeking a Continuing Education Coordinator.
This dynamic and self-motivated individual will join the Administration Team at the Fredericton Campus. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Continuing Education Coordinator will develop, promote and pursue continuing education opportunities in support of the natural resources sector for students, government, industry, private and non-profit organizations.
Complete Job Posting at:
https://www.careerbeacon.com/en/job/1764829/maritime-college-of-forest-technology/continuing-education-coordinator/fredericton?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic
FREE CFE opportunity
The Growing Premium – Forests for Environmental Services
When: Monday, February 7, 2022 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm ET
Where: Online through Zoom (video conferencing platform)
What: The Winter Knowledge Exchange brings together forest practitioners and students to address timely topics in forestry in a student-focused setting. This year’s theme, The Growing Premium – Forests for Environmental Services, will explore how sustainable forest management can be an effective nature-based solution to minimize climate change risks to ecosystems. The need to recognize the many environmental services provided by healthy forests has never been greater, not only in Ontario but around the world. Guest speaker presentations will be followed by a student-focused career discussion.
Registration: FREE! Everyone is welcome to attend, especially students! Click here to register.
Guest Speakers:
- Moose Habitat and Herbicide Management with Isabelle Allen, RPF, Project Forester, Wahkohtowin Development GP Inc.
- Forestry Impacts on White-Tailer Deer with Philip Wiebe, MSc, Wildlife Biologist, Canadian Forest Service
- From Seedlings to Forests: Fostering Environmental Co-Benefits when Planting Trees with Isabelle Aubin, PhD, Research Scientist, Canadian Forest Service
We hope to see you virtually at this informative event!
To learn more or to register, click here.
Job Posting
Seeking Expression of Interest for Academic Instructor(s)
Maritime College of Forest Technology in Multiple Locations
Bathurst, NB & Fredericton, NB
See below for a Career Beacon link for “Seeking Expression of Interest for Academic Instructor“.
https://www.careerbeacon.com/en/job/1755257/maritime-college-of-forest-technology/seeking-expression-of-interest-for-academic-instructor-s/bathurst
Job Posting – GreenStar Forestry Solutions
Please see the attached job posting.
Greenstar_Forestry-prof-Job-ad_03Nov2021Job Posting – Tree Canada Program Manager
AGM Reminder, Agenda and 2019 AGM Meeting Minutes
The NBFTA AGM on Saturday April 24 from 9am until 12pm.
Below is a copy of this years agenda and minutes of the last AGM from 2019.
To attend the AGM, you must have your membership paid in full (or a commitment from your employer that the membership will be paid for those in a group situation). Most should have received an invoice from the Treasurer, Chris Finnamore, if you have not received an invoice, please contact Chris at ckfinnamore@rogers.com . To pay your membership, an e-transfer can be sent to: nbftatreasurer@gmail.com or cheque can be mailed to: New Brunswick Forest Technicians Association,1350 Regent Street, Fredericton, NB E3C 2G6
To register for the AGM, please send an email to Dusty Corey at dcorey@acadiantimber.com
I look forward to speaking with everyone and hopefully next year we can be back in person.
Thanks,
Riley
NBFTA-2021-AGM-Agenda
2021 AGM Annoucement
Good Morning Everyone,
I hope this message finds you well.
The NBFTA will be holding a virtual AGM this year on Saturday April 24 from 9am until 12pm.
We expect the AGM to run as it has in past years, including an update from MCFT on current operations, as well as updates from the Executive and Committees.
A main point of discussion will once again be Right to Practice forestry in New Brunswick and if there is a desire to pursue legislation with the Association of Registered Professional Foresters of New Brunswick (ARPFNB). Over the past 6 months, a joint Committee of the ARPFNB and the NBFTA have been engaged in discussions to develop proposed legislation to achieve Right to Practice (RTP) for professional forestry in New Brunswick.
The current definition of “Professional Forestry” under the proposed new Act would include:
The provision of services or undertakings which, because of their scope and implications respecting forests, forest lands, forest resources and forest ecosystems, require the specialized education, knowledge, training and experience of a registered member, and includes:
(a): designing, planning, directing or advising with respect to:
(i): the inventory, classification, appraisal, evaluation, and certification of forests and forest lands,
(ii); silviculture prescriptions and treatments of forest stands, including the harvesting of timber,
(iii); planning, locating and approving forest transportation systems, including forest roads,
(iv); conservation, reclamation, and renewal of forests and forest lands, and
(v); the protection of forests and forest lands;
(b): the preparation, review, amendment and approval of forest management and operating plans and administration of forest lands;
(c): assessing the impact of planned activities on forests, forest lands and forest ecosystems;(d): auditing, examining and verifying the results of planned activities on forests, forest lands and forest ecosystems;(e); assessing, estimating and analyzing the capability of forests, forest lands, and forest ecosystems to yield a flow of timber and other values;(f); teaching core forestry subjects as defined in the by-laws at a college, technical institute or university;
Though the Executive has views on the matter of RTP, we need your input as members on what the collective sees as the road ahead.
To attend the AGM, you must have your membership paid in full (or a commitment from your employer that the membership will be paid for those in a group situation). Most should have received an invoice from the Treasurer, Chris Finnamore, if you have not received an invoice, please contact Chris at ckfinnamore@rogers.com . To pay your membership, an e-transfer can be sent to: nbftatreasurer@gmail.com or cheque can be mailed to: New Brunswick Forest Technicians Association,1350 Regent Street, Fredericton, NB E3C 2G6
To register for the AGM, please send an email to Dusty Corey at dcorey@acadiantimber.com
I look forward to speaking with everyone and hopefully next year we can be back in person.
Thanks,
Riley
Riley Côté-DeMerchant
President,
NBFTA 506-471-5342
riley.demerchant@gmail.com
NBFTA AGM Postponed until further notice
Hi All,
The NBFTA AGM scheduled to take place in Moncton on April 2nd has been postponed until after the COVID-19 situation has been resolved. That could mean the canceling for the year completely or possibly holding an event later in the spring or summer.
It should be noted, that as expected the Canadian Woodlands Forum Spring Meeting has been canceled as well. This was to take place on April 1st and 2nd, 2020. The below message was shared by the CWF organizers:
CWF Spring Meeting Cancelled Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Over the last 25 years, the CWF spring meeting has become recognized as one of the largest meetings of forestry professionals in Atlantic Canada; an annual event not to be missed. The line-up of speakers and timely topics for this year’s program was second to none, along with the other elements of the meeting such as the awards program and Log a Load for Kids fund raiser.
However, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, the safety and health of our delegates, speakers, and suppliers comes first. To this end, the Canadian Woodlands Forum has hereby cancelled the 2020 spring meeting scheduled for April 1-2, 2020. As disappointing and unprecedented that this decision is, it is necessary to protect our members and comply with recommendations from our Public Health authorities throughout the region.
Thanks to all of our delegates, speakers and sponsors who prepared for the spring meeting. The CWF will continue to work on your behalf throughout 2020; we wish you and your families all the best during this period of unprecedented times.
Thank you and be safe.