Forestry Minister Gerry Byrne says, “The achievement of this internationally recognized standard demonstrates the Provincial Government’s commitment to ensuring that the forestry industry in Newfoundland and Labrador remains vibrant for years to come.”
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has been recognized for its efforts to achieve and maintain environmentally responsible forest management standards. For the 10th consecutive year, forestry operations administered by the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture have maintained International Organization for Standardization (ISO) certification. In a recent audit performed by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP under the environmental management system standard, the province’s Crown forest operations have been recertified until 2027, subject to annual surveillance audits. Forestry Minister Gerry Byrne says, “The achievement of this internationally recognized standard demonstrates the Provincial Government’s commitment to ensuring that the forestry industry in Newfoundland and Labrador remains vibrant for years to come.”
On-demand weeknight and weekend transit service starting in Corner Brook on April 1st
Plans to build a home bounded by the Humber River in Steady Brook gets environmental green light
20th annual Trails Tales Tunes festival taking place May 15th-24th in Norris Point
TCH north of Port-aux-Basques finally reopened after transport truck blocked the west lane all night
RCMP stop woman in Piccadilly doing nearly 90kms/hr over the speed limit
