In this episode, our guest Aly Brooks, a second-year Forest Technology student from NAIT, joins host Aspen Dudzic for the last podcast filmed at last year's AGM & Conference. Aly digs into her passion for being outdoors, which drove her decision to join the forestry program at NAIT. 

 Tune in to hear Aly dive into what she has learned in her studies, some of the surprising forestry roles she has learned about, and how programs such as Work Wild and the Junior Forest Rangers have influenced her to explore the many opportunities in the sector. 

The Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) is a non-profit association that has been the voice of the sustainable forest industry in Alberta since 1942. Alberta's forest industry supports over 31,500 jobs and generates $5.8 billion in provincial GDP.

Join us as we connect with industry leaders and discuss topics like sustainability, innovation, partnerships, nature-based climate solutions, and more. Don't forget to follow us on social media @albertaforests and @loveabforests to join the conversation.

In this episode Derek Nighbor, President and CEO of the Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC), joins Aspen at AFPA's 80th AGM and Conference to share his unique view of forestry in the federal landscape. Join them as they  dig into big topics like net-zero carbon and what it means when we hear people talk about nature-based climate solutions, and what a forest bioeconomy is all about.

Derek also shares a bit about what drives his passion for Canadian forestry and explores themes of innovation, sustainability, and why as Derek puts it, "this is not your grandma and grandpa's forest sector."

Join Aspen and Derek for all that and a whole lot more. And if you're eager for even more, check out ForestryForTheFuture.ca!

The Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) is a non-profit association that has been the voice of the sustainable forest industry in Alberta since 1942. Alberta's forest industry supports over 31,500 jobs and generates $5.8 billion in provincial GDP.

Join us as we connect with industry leaders and discuss topics like sustainability, innovation, partnerships, nature-based climate solutions, and more. Don't forget to follow us on social media @albertaforests and @loveabforests to join the conversation.

We're excited to share another episode recorded at our AGM last September. In this interview, Aspen sits down with Natalie Peace, a Mill Manager with Weyerhaeuser Edson OSB. They discuss the changes that Natalie has seen in the mill over the last 20 years and the power there is in having diversity in the workplace. When you think about women working in the forest sector, a career in the mill might not be the first opportunity that comes to mind. Natalie is happy to shatter those ideas.

The Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) is a non-profit association that has been the voice of the sustainable forest industry in Alberta since 1942. Alberta's forest industry supports over 31,500 jobs and generates $5.8 billion in provincial GDP.

Join us as we connect with industry leaders and discuss topics like sustainability, innovation, partnerships, nature-based climate solutions, and more. Don't forget to follow us on social media @albertaforests and @loveabforests to join the conversation.

We hope for this to be the first in a series of interviews where AFPA President and CEO, Jason Krips, and Host, Aspen Dudzic, sit down to discuss what's happened in Alberta's forest industry lately and what opportunities and challenges are on the horizon. 

In this episode, Jason dives into his journey as AFPA CEO for the last two and a half years and shares some of the fun that comes with stepping into a new role at the start of a global pandemic. He also remarks on some of the cool things he's learned about forestry in Alberta since joining the Association, and explores key topics like transportation,  mass timber, what forestry is looking for in the upcoming election, and a whole lot more!

The Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) is a non-profit association that has been the voice of the sustainable forest industry in Alberta since 1942. Alberta's forest industry supports over 31,500 jobs and generates $5.8 billion in provincial GDP.

Join us as we connect with industry leaders and discuss topics like sustainability, innovation, partnerships, nature-based climate solutions, and more. Don't forget to follow us on social media @albertaforests and @loveabforests to join the conversation.

In this special episode, Aspen welcomes Janis Simpkins back for their second podcast interview together. Janis is the Vice President of Indigenous & Government Relations and Sustainability with Tolko Industries Ltd. Janis is also the newest addition to the AFPA Board of Directors. 

Join Janis and Aspen as they dig into what Janis is up to in her new role as she explores big topics like sustainability and shares her journey to learn more about Indigenous communities and become a partner in reconciliation. In this podcast, Janis and Aspen also share some personal notes about their relationship and how inspired they are to see so many remarkable women growing into leadership roles in the sector.

The Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) is a non-profit association that has been the voice of the sustainable forest industry in Alberta since 1942. Alberta's forest industry supports over 31,500 jobs and generates $5.8 billion in provincial GDP.

Join us as we connect with industry leaders and discuss topics like sustainability, innovation, partnerships, nature-based climate solutions, and more. Don't forget to follow us on social media @albertaforests and @loveabforests to join the conversation.

Wendy Crosina is the Director of Forest Sustainability at Weyerhaeuser Canadian Timberlands, and is also a recent recipient of the Forest Products Association of Canada's (FPAC) 'Women in Forestry' award. This award is presented in partnership with Silvacom to a female leader who is making contributions to strengthen the dynamic and evolving forest sector while advancing workplace diversity and inclusion. Anyone who knows Wendy is familiar with the great work that she does as a leader in this industry. 

In Wendy's role, she works on all things wildlife-related, as well as working closely on files like sustainability, biodiversity, Indigenous relations, climate and a whole lot more ⁠— a real Smörgåsbord of all things forestry.

In this podcast interview, Wendy shares about her journey and career in forestry, describes the value of a multi-species approach when it comes to wildlife management, and details the important role that forestry can play in mitigating wildfire risk. 

The Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) is a non-profit association that has been the voice of the sustainable forest industry in Alberta since 1942. Alberta's forest industry supports over 31,500 jobs and generates $5.8 billion in provincial GDP.

Join us as we connect with industry leaders and discuss topics like sustainability, innovation, partnerships, nature-based climate solutions, and more. Don't forget to follow us on social media @albertaforests and @loveabforests to join the conversation.

The intersection between natural resource development and  partnerships with Indigenous communities is a matter of personal interest for JP Gladu, Founder and Principal of Mokwateh Consultancy. In this podcast interview, amongst touching personal anecdotes about family, JP highlights the importance of shared values, notes opportunities for stronger partnerships with Indigenous communities, and emphasizes the key takeaway that is Caring, Believing, and Doing.

JP brings rich experience, a broad network, and unique insights to bear for his clients at Mokwateh Consultancy. What often stands in the way of moving forward for the Indigenous and non-Indigenous business communities is a viable bridge. Mokwateh has the expertise to build it. It is with this spirit of bringing past, present, and future wisdom to the table that Mokwateh is accomplished at creating innovative partnerships and solutions. At guiding consensus building. And at breaking down barriers to reveal equitable opportunities.

The Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) is a non-profit association that has been the voice of the sustainable forest industry in Alberta since 1942. Alberta's forest industry supports over 31,500 jobs and generates $5.8 billion in provincial GDP.

Join us as we connect with industry leaders and discuss topics like sustainability, innovation, partnerships, nature-based climate solutions, and more. Don't forget to follow us on social media @albertaforests and @loveabforests to join the conversation.

The Honourable Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Rural Economic Development, Nate Horner, joins AFPA's Director of Communications, Aspen Dudzic, to discuss his vision for the future of Alberta's forest sector and some of the big surprises he's had learning about the forestry sector in his new role.

The Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) is a non-profit association that has been the voice of the sustainable forest industry in Alberta since 1942. Alberta's forest industry supports over 31,500 jobs and generates $5.8 billion in provincial GDP.

Join us as we connect with industry leaders and discuss topics like sustainability, innovation, partnerships, nature-based climate solutions, and more. Don't forget to follow us on social media @albertaforests and @loveabforests to join the conversation.