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The theme displays provide visitors with a comprehensive view of one of Canada's most important resources.
You will learn about the efforts of various government agencies in sustaining our forests and our economy as you read various presentations and visit related Web sites within the Pavilion.
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Fire: Friend and Foe
Fire is one of nature’s most powerful elements.
In the forest, a fire can cause serious damage or it can be a source
of new life. Understanding fire’s potential – from managing
wildfires to adopting a prescribed burning program – is the
key to harnessing its strength. Ongoing forest fire research is creating new knowledge and innovative technologies that help predict, manage and use forest fires to to
rejuvenate not desecrate our forest ecosystems.
Taming the Flame in Canada’s Forests
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| PDF (5.41 MB)
Southeast Asia Fire Danger Rating System
Java Gallery | HTML
| PDF (1.79 MB)
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The View from Space
The sky's the limit when it comes to Canada's efforts to keep track of its forests. A unique partnership with the Canadian Space Agency has allowed Canadian Forest Service scientists and researchers to access data on the state of Canada's forests from satellite images beamed down to Earth. If every picture tells a story, these images should speak volumes about everything from forest management and sustainability efforts to the ongoing effects of climate change.
REMSAT II – Integrated Space Technologies
for Emergency Management
Java Gallery | HTML
| PDF (3.56 MB)
Monitoring Canada’s Forests from Space
Java Gallery | HTML
| PDF (6.51 MB)
Global Observation of Forest and Land
Cover Dynamics
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Gallery | HTML | PDF (3.21 MB)
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Biotechnology
Biotechnology is a term that covers a broad
spectrum of scientific applications used in many sectors. It involves
the use of living organisms, or parts of living organisms, to provide
new methods of production, make new products and find new ways to
improve our quality of life. Biotechnology can enhance our health
and well-being, create jobs and economic growth and support environmental
sustainability.
A New Tool for Forest Management
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| PDF (869 KB)
The Latest Buzz on Pest Control
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| PDF (1.39 MB)
Increasing Forest Yield
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| PDF (1.27 MB)
Evaluating Environmental Impact
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| PDF (1.0 MB)
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Taming Climate Change
The earth's climate is changing and the rate and magnitude of this change has many implications for natural ecosystems. Because humans are the main cause of climate change, they must take action to reduce its harmful effects. Forests can help. By keeping our forests healthy and plentiful, we can clean the air and help the world to get back on track.
The Role of Canada’s Forests
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| PDF (93 KB)
A Canadian Approach
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| PDF (89.2 KB)
Shelterbelts and Climate Change
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| PDF (746 KB)
Monitoring Water and Energy Budgets
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| PDF (1.78 MB)
Impacts on the Carbon Cycle
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Vibrant Forest Communities
Many people live and work in and around forests.
Hunters and trappers rely on healthy forest ecosystems to support
a diversity of animal habitats. Farmers rely on bordering forest
land to help stop soil erosion. And loggers want an endless supply
of trees to feed the world’s need for wood and wood products.
But how do we keep everyone happy while looking out for the best
interests of the forest? It takes partnerships, planning and a lot
of effort, but the results are well worth it!
Desertification: Stopping the Deterioration of Drylands
Java Gallery | HTML | PDF (149 KB)
Aboriginal Forestry - Learning and Earning from the Forest
Java Gallery | HTML | PDF (980 KB)
The Western Boreal Conservation Initiative
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| PDF (1.32 MB)
Canada’s Model Forests
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Forest Close-up!
Forests are living laboratories - unique classrooms where discovery, learning and exploration are an everyday event. Where better to watch a pest invasion in action, see the aftermath of a lightening-sparked forest fire or collect water samples from streams and rivers? Exploring the forest can be an adventure for scientists, school kids or anyone with a yearn to learn!
Learning from the Land:
Canada’s Living Laboratories
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| PDF (1.19 MB)
Canada’s Strategy
to Protect Species at Risk
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| PDF (291 KB)
Our Forests and Our Waterways
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| PDF (761 KB)
 The Magnifier
Coming soon to a Science Centre
near you. Currently you can find a Magnifier at Science North (Sudbury,
Ontario) and Science East (Fredericton, NB).
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the Photo gallery
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Our Forest Economy
From pulp and paper to mushroom
harvests, our forests have a long-standing tradition of providing
sustenance, employment, business opportunities and economic growth.
Hundreds of thousands of jobs and more than 340 communities coast
to coast rely on the forest. Indeed, the Canadian economy itself
is well strengthened by this vast natural resource. Keeping our
forests strong and productive is an investment in our environment,
our economic health and our future.
NSERC: Supporting Research
on Our Forests
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| PDF (2.03 MB)
Canada's Forest Industry:
An Economic Cornerstone
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| PDF (1.56 MB)
Industry Profile and Statistics
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| PDF (847 KB)
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CyberZone
The CyberZone offers you direct access to specific on-line products. Take a few moments to have a look and learn more. |
BioSIM
What’s coming our way and
when do we spray? Those are the questions most often asked by forest
managers when it comes to the threat of pests invading our forests.
To find the answers, more and more people are turning to BioSim,
a made-in-Canada pest management software that uses information
like insect life cycles and weather statistics to predict the arrival
of these harmful forest invaders.
Pest Control Software
that Works
Java
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| PDF (825 KB)
Plant Hardiness Zones Map
Your opportunity to explore growing
conditions for a range of trees and other plants across Canada with
a map that uses elevation and recent climate data to assist
gardeners, farmers and foresters.
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out more
Forest Ecosystems of Canada
  Forest ecosystems are characterized by a predominance of trees, and by the fauna, flora and ecological cycles (energy, water, carbon and nutrients) with which they are closely associated. Learn more about forest ecosystems
by exploring four themes related to several Canadian Forest
Service (CFS) research activities.You can also access the
scientific information and major databases produced
by the CFS.
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CFS Bookstore
 With over 14 000 titles in the bookstore, this on-line service provides you with easy access to our forest science knowledge from across the country.
You can browse the catalogue, search for specific interests, and read not only abstracts and summaries of publications, but download and print entire publications. If you wish you can order hard copies of printed material to arrive by mail or visit our libraries on-line.
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