Lorraine Rekmans

Stephanie Seymour

We are delighted to announce the newest additions to the FSC Canada Board of Directors: Lorraine Rekmans and Stephanie Seymour. Their appointment marks a significant milestone in our organization’s commitment to promoting sustainable forestry practices and fostering inclusivity within the industry. Lorraine comes with over 30 years in Indigenous Peoples – First Nation advocacy, governance and geopolitical work. This has occurred directly in her own First Nation and the Tribal Council level related to consultation in forestry, forest management and economic opportunities in the forest sector. …Stephanie Seymour is a PhD student at the University of Toronto and Anishinaabe kwe from Garden River First Nation. …Stephanie’s knowledge of Indigenous rights and values compliments her formal education in forestry, and in her career she acts as a bridge between Indigenous communities and other actors including government, academia, and industry.