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.