Forests Ontario Recognizes Important Contributors to Forestry and the Environment

Forests Ontario/Forest Recovery Canada
February 28, 2024
Category: Business & Politics
Region: Canada, Canada East

Jess Kaknevicius & Rob Keen

BARRIE, Ontario — At Forests Ontario’s Annual Conference at the Universal Eventspace in Vaughan, Ontario, Forests Ontario recognized important contributors to forestry and the environment with an awards ceremony:

  • The Forests Ontario Award | Rob Keen: presented to individuals for outstanding achievements in, and contributions to, the field of forestry education in Canada and beyond.
  • The Forest Stewardship Award | Ken Elliott: presented to individuals for outstanding activities in private land forest management and strong support for forestry promotion, education, and understanding.
  • The Forest Stewardship Award | Martin Litchfield: Martin is a retired RPF from Guelph with senior management experience in both the forest industry and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. 
  • The Green Legacy Award | Enbridge Gas: presented to a corporate partner that is instrumental in ensuring a green legacy for future generations.
  • The Most Valuable Planter Award | Brent Attwell: recognizes outstanding contributions to the health of our natural ecosystems through tree planting.

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