Forestry is woven into the tapestry of the Ottawa Valley. For hundreds of years forests have provided a livelihood in an industry that is one of the largest drivers of Renfrew County’s economy. Not surprisingly, the Forestry Technician program is the longest standing full-time program offered at Algonquin College’s Pembroke Campus, having started in 1968… Since those early days, the Pembroke Campus has been among a small group of post-secondary schools in Ontario that have produced thousands of Forestry graduates. Recently, the class of 2024 completed its program of study and celebrated the occasion by receiving their silver rings from the Canadian Institute of Forestry. …During their silver ring ceremony, the students were reminded of the opportunity that has been presented to them to make a difference in their careers. …The ring comes with a commitment to live by a code of ethics for forestry professionals.