NEWS RELEASES
Project Learning Tree Launches Green Jobs: Exploring Forest Careers Curriculum to Engage Youth in Exploring Green Careers
PLT, the award-winning environmental education initiative of the SFI, has developed new supplementary education materials to help youth discover careers in sustainable forestry and conservation.
9,000 km Cross-Country Green Ride for Green Jobs Bike Tour Crosses the Finish Line in St. John’s
After biking over 9,000 kms across Canada, Zac Wagman, Green Jobs Manager for PLT Canada – an initiative of the SFI – completed the Green Ride for Green Jobs today at the Terry Fox Mile 0 Monument in St. John’s, Newfoundland.
The Sustainable Forestry Initiative Highlights Benefits of Sustainable Forests in Canada and the United States
The SFI committed in its latest annual progress report to continue advancing sustainability through forest-focused collaborations by maximizing its efforts in standards, conservation, education, and community.
PLT Canada celebrates International Youth Day as Green Ride for Green Jobs bike tour arrives in Ottawa
PLT Canada Green Jobs manager Zac Wagman’s cross-country bike tour to inspire young Canadians to pursue careers in forestry and conservation arrived in Ottawa today to celebrate International Youth Day.
Leaders from the Forest Sector and Non-Profits Volunteer for Habitat Greater Ottawa Build to Support Indigenous Youth
The SFI is bringing together forest sector and non-profit leaders to volunteer on a Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa build.
President and CEO of SFI Inc., Kathy Abusow, Honored for Promoting, Protecting, and Sustaining Forests Nationwide
The Michigan Forest Products Council announced today that SFI Inc., President and CEO, Kathy Abusow received the annual Tuebor Award from MFPC board of directors at their annual board meeting in Traverse City.
Forest Organizations Formalize Mutual Support to Grow Opportunities for Indigenous Youth
On Friday, July 12, the SFI, PLT Canada, and Outland - a Division of Dexterra signed a MOU in support of the Outland Youth Employment Program.
Project Learning Tree Canada Applauds Updated Federal Government Strategy to Address Barriers to Youth Employment
PLT Canada applauds the federal government for modernizing and streamlining its YESS program to better meet the needs of young people seeking jobs in today’s challenging labour market.
Project Learning Tree Canada Launches Cross Country Bike Tour to Inspire Youth to Pursue Careers in Forest, Conservation Sectors
PLT Canada is excited to launch its Green Ride for Green Jobs awareness campaign today with a cross-country engagement tour.
SFI Conservation Grants Feature Collaboration From 52 Different Groups Across the US and Canada
SFI announced five conservation grants today that will build on SFI’s commitment to conservation and increase our knowledge about the conservation benefits associated with forests influenced by the SFI Forest Management Standard and SFI Fiber Sourcing Standard.
SFI Community Grants Feature Collaboration From 78 Different Groups Across the US and Canada
SFI announced 15 community grants today featuring collaboration between 78 partner organizations.
SFI and AFF Join Forces to Grow Family Lands Certification
We are pleased to announce that the SFI and the AFF have formed a new partnership to grow the amount of certified family and other small holdings in North America.
SFI Names New Chief Education Officer Melina Bellows To Lead Environmental Education And Expand Project Learning Tree
SFI is pleased to name Melina Gerosa Bellows as SFI’s Chief Education Officer. She oversees the overall strategy and implementation of initiatives under SFI's Education pillar.
New SFI Board Members Will Enhance SFI’s Leadership Work In Standards, Conservation, Education And Community
SFI is pleased to announce the election of four new members to its board of directors: Lillian “Ebonie” Alexander, Executive Director, Black Family Land Trust; Kevin Edgson, President and CEO, EACOM Timber Corporation; Brent Keefer, President, Hancock Timber Resource Group; and Dan Lambe, President, Arbor Day Foundation.
Project Learning Tree Curriculum Wins Teachers’ Choice Award Special 25% Discount To Be Offered for the Holidays
PLT Energy in Ecosystems curriculum for grades 3-5 has been selected a Learning® Magazine 2019 Teachers’ ChoiceSM Award (TCA) for the Classroom winner.
ABOUT SFI
The Sustainable Forestry Initiative® (SFI) advances sustainability through forest-focused collaborations. We are an independent, nonprofit organization that leverages four interconnected pillars of work: standards, conservation, community, and education. SFI works with the forest sector, conservation groups, academics, researchers, brand owners, resource professionals, landowners, educators, local communities, Indigenous Peoples, and governments. Collaborating with our network, we leverage SFI-certified forests and products as powerful tools to help solve sustainability challenges such as climate action, conservation of biodiversity, education of future generations, and sustainable economic development.
MEDIA CONTACT
Christine Leduc
VP, Communications and Government Relations
Sustainable Forestry Initiative
613-706-1114
media@forests.org
