Industry leaders at the Canadian Woodlands Forum Spring Meeting in Moncton, New Brunswick, on March 25 and 26 called for greater unity among Atlantic Canada’s fragmented forestry sector to address policy challenges and market pressures. Jason Limongelli, vice-president of woodlands at J.D. Irving, said insecure fibre supply and negative public perceptions are limiting investment, urging companies and woodlot owners to share positive stories about sustainable practices. Susannah Banks, executive director of Canadian Forest Owners, highlighted the sector’s significant economic contribution and ongoing efforts to better represent private landowners in policy discussions. Trade uncertainty with the United States remains a concern, with no progress on softwood lumber negotiations and new tariff risks emerging. Christine Leduc of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative noted Canada’s global leadership in forest certification, while new digital tools from Loupra aim to improve coordination across the industry.