RUSTAD -- BC's forest industry is struggling. Is it too great an ask for governments to set aside an area for a working-forests
The following, are the remarks of Nechako Lakes MLA, and BC Liberal Forestry Critic, John Rustad ... they were made this morning in the BC Legislature. Please note, this is the initial draft transcript: Statements (Standing Order 25B) FOREST INDUSTRY AND WORKERS J. Rustad: B.C.'s forest sector workers are proud what they do. They like to get up in the morning and work a hard but fulfilling day. More than 120,000 men and women across this province depend directly or indirectly on a healthy forest sector. More than 140 communities depend on a vibrant, competitive forest industry. Forestry feeds these families. Forestry is the backbone of these communities and of my riding of Nechako Lakes. B.C.'s forest sector has driven technological development. It has opened areas for recreation, hunting, exploration and so much more. It supports agriculture and countless small businesses. Forestry is a foundational industry to the economic health of...