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![]() ![]() September 2006 Tip SheetsNational Forest Week (September 24-30, 2006)
Finding forest fires at your finger tips Why do leaves change colour?Canada is known throughout the world for its breathtaking landscapes. This is especially true when the reds, yellows and oranges of autumn emerge, leaving behind the greens of summer. Why do leaves turn colour each fall? The answer may be different than what you expect. National Forest CongressOn the centennial of Canada's first forest congress, the 10th National Forest Congress is being held from September 25–27 in Gatineau, Quebec. The Congress will provide a variety of perspectives on the use of natural resources and sustainable land management in the boreal region. Colouring between the “Lyons”
Forest Pest StrategyDid you know that in 2004, Canada lost an estimated 13 million hectares of forest to insects and diseases? That’s more than 15 times the amount of forest that was harvested across the country. The increased movement of goods around the world, a changing environment and natural cyclical outbreaks each have an effect on Canada’s healthy forests, the competitiveness of the forest sector, and the communities that depend on both. For more information on the forest pest strategy. For more information on Tipsheet articles, or for an interview with subject matter experts, media can call 613-992-4447, or e-mail media@nrcan.gc.ca. |
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