Irving Paper and AV Group are forced to make changes due to NP Power bills. In related news: the European Commission approves International Paper/DS Smith deal subject to plant sales; Canada’s probe of Paper Excellence ‘dies’ with prorogued parliament; and San Group’s fate may result in tax hikes for Port Alberni. Meanwhile: the latest on Trump’s tariff threat from:
- Ian Pattison in the Chronicle Journal: War on Canada is a nonsensical plot
- The WSJ Editorial Board: Trump’s lumber tariffs threaten LA disaster recovery
- The Financial Times: The world is moving on to trade without the US
- US Lumber Coalition: Applauds strong stance on US trade law enforcement
In other news: the USDA announces forestry and environment appointments; Georgia’s timber industry eyes sustainable aviation fuels; wildfire risks may demand stricter building codes; and a new study on tree migration and climate change mitigation.
Finally, a BC old-growth/climate activist is deported to Pakistan after protest charges.
Kelly McCloskey, Tree Frog Editor