Immigration focus on Canada's economic status: Currently, the Canadian forest products industry possesses 43% of the world's independently certified forests, or more than 160 million hectares, which is four times that of other countries.
David Lindsay, President and CEO of the Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC), stated, "The Canadian forest industry has reached a world-leading level in environmental certification." He added, "International markets can fully trust that Canadian forest products come from responsibly managed forests."
Possessing certified forests is a specific requirement for becoming an FPAC member. It is reported that Canadian companies holding any of the following certifications are eligible to join FPAC, including: FSC (Forest Stewardship Council), SFI (Sustainable Forestry Initiative), and CSA (Canadian Standards Association) certifications.
