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Forestry Talks
Are you curious about sustainability, biodiversity, innovation, partnerships, nature-based climate solutions, and all things forestry? This is the podcast for you. Forestry Talks is a podcast brought to you by the Alberta Forest Products Association. Join host, Aspen Dudzic, as she connects with industry leaders, research specialists and more to learn about some of the incredible work going on in Alberta's forest sector today. Learn more about Alberta's rich forestry community by listening below, and don't forget to follow us on social media (@albertaforests and @loveabforests) to stay engaged all year long!
Episodes
37 episodes
Sawdust to Sustainability with Gordon Murray
You might associate wood pellets with backyard barbecues, but their real potential lies in shaping a sustainable energy future. In this episode, Aspen speaks with Gord Murray, Executive Director of the Wood Pellet Association of Canada, about h...
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37:03
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Why Canada Should Build More with Wood with Rick Jeffery
Canada has the most sustainably certified forests in the world, yet we still rely heavily on exports instead of building more with our own wood. In this episode, Aspen Dudzic speaks with Rick Jeffery, President and CEO of the Canadian Wood Coun...
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35:20
Unlocking Opportunities for Canadian Wood with Bruce St. John
Trade is top of mind for everyone right now, and market diversification is a key part of those conversations. In this episode of Forestry Talks, host Aspen Dudzic is joined by Bruce St. John, President of Canada Wood, to dive into the decades-l...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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37:32
Alberta Trade, Forest Products, and Sustainable Solutions with Jason Krips
In this episode, host Aspen Dudzic sits down with Jason Krips, President and CEO of the Alberta Forest Products Association, to discuss Alberta's forestry sector as a solution to key challenges. They explore wildfire mitigation strategies, the ...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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25:07
Inside Education: Bridging Classrooms and Forests with Kathryn Wagner
In this episode of Forestry Talks, host Aspen Dudzic sits down with Kathryn Wagner, Executive Director of Inside Education, to explore the transformative power of environmental and forestry education. Kathryn shares her journey from high school...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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28:10
Building an Inclusive Future: A Live Panel Discussion on EDI in Forestry
In this special panel episode of Forestry Talks, host Aspen Dudzic moderates an engaging panel discussion recorded at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel during the Annual General Meeting and Conference. Aspen is joined by Wendy Crosina of Weyerha...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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30:00
Economic Reconciliation and Sustainable Forestry with John Desjarlais
In this episode of Forestry Talks, host Aspen Dudzic sits down with John Desjarlais, Executive Director of the Indigenous Resource Network, to explore the vital role of Indigenous leadership in the forestry sector. They discuss economic reconci...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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27:51
Sustainable Forests, Stronger Communities: A Talk with Kathy Abusow of SFI
In this episode of Forestry Talks, Aspen sits down with Kathy Abusow, President and CEO of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), for a look into the SFI’s extensive work supporting sustainable forestry, conservation, and environmental educ...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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42:57
Adapting to Change: Minister Todd Loewen on Alberta’s Evolving Forest Strategy
Join us as we kick off the 2024 AGM series with a special return guest, Minister Todd Loewen, Alberta’s Minister of Forestry and Parks. In this episode, Minister Loewen expands on the lessons learned from Alberta’s unprecedented wildfire season...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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22:52
Nature's Classroom with John Thurston & Gale Hayday
In the final episode of the Forest Capital of Canada celebration series, Aspen sits down with John Thurston and Gale Hayday, President and Vice President of the Northern Lights Forest Education Society, to explore the transformative po...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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39:05
Life in the Mackenzie Region with Reeve Josh Knelsen
In this episode of Forestry Talks, Aspen is joined by Reeve Josh Knelsen to discuss the rich history and resilience of the Mackenzie Region in Alberta, recently designated as the Forest Capital of Canada. Reeve Knelson shares stories of overcom...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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16:42
Forestry and the Frontline with Terry Jessiman
Join Aspen as she sits down with Terry Jessiman, Forest Area Manager for High Level, to discuss the critical role of wildfire management and timber operations in Alberta. Terry dives into the 2024 wildfire season, new programs enhancing firefig...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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24:30
A Love for the Forest with Jesse Petroskey
In this episode of Forestry Talks, Aspen sits down with Jesse Petroskey, a Woodland Supervisor in the Mackenzie Region, recently designated as the Forest Capital of Canada. Jesse shares his unexpected journey from aspiring dentist to p...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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22:12
Introducing the Forest Capital of Canada 2024, with Lisa Wardley and Melanie Plantinga
In this special episode of Forestry Talks, Aspen takes us to the Mackenzie Region of Alberta, which is recognized as the Forest Capital of Canada for 2024. Aspen is joined by Lisa Wardley, a dedicated councilor from Mackenzie County and co-chai...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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30:12
Indigenous Empowerment with Chana Martineau
In this episode of Forestry Talks, Aspen is joined by Chana Martineau, the CEO of the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation (AIOC). Chana shares her personal journey and background, and talks about how she came to be involved in her orga...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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19:11
Mill Memories: Celebrating Milestones with Lyman Rorem
In this episode of Forestry Talks, Aspen sits down with Lyman Rorem, the mill manager for International Paper's facility in Grand Prairie, to chat about his career, the history of the mill and the significant milestone they reached last year. &...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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32:32
The Importance of Relationships with Sandra Cardinal
In this episode of Forestry talks, our host Aspen sits down with Sandra Cardinal, who describes her journey to working in the forest industry, her experience working as the Director of Indigenous Relations for Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries ...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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29:29
Rooted in Community Service with Councilor Leo Alook
In this episode of Forestry Talks, Councilor Leo Alook of the Municipal District of Opportunity from Trout Lake First Nation joins Aspen to discuss his 41-year career as a municipal leader. Councilor Alook shares his background and experi...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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17:23
De-risking Innovation with Cal Dakin
In this episode of Forestry Talks, Aspen Dudzic interviews Cal Dakin, the Director of Innovation and Woodlands at Mercer Peace River, who discusses insights on how innovation is changing the forestry industry. Cal talks about how his role invol...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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26:56
Voices of the North with Terry Ungarian
In this episode of Forestry Talks, Aspen sits down with Terry Ungarian, Reeve for the County of Northern Lights, to discuss Terry’s long-standing relationship with the forest industry, including a history of involvement in advocacy files with s...
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33:20
Unpacking Sustainability with Shenandoah Johns
In this episode of Forestry Talks, Shenandoah Johns, West Fraser's Chief Environment and Sustainability officer, joins Aspen to talk about her role within West Fraser and to unravel what a big topic like sustainability is all about.
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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22:06
Advocating for Alberta with James Rajotte
Welcome to another episode of Forestry Talks! In this episode, James Rajotte, Alberta's Senior Representative to the United States, joins us at the Jasper Park Lodge for Season 3. During the podcast, James and Aspen dis...
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26:18
Navigating the Flames with Minister Todd Loewen
Join us for a captivating start to Season 3 of Forestry Talks as we gather industry leaders for our Annual General Meeting at the stunning Jasper Park Lodge. In this episode, our special guest, Honourable Minister of Forestry and Parks, Todd Lo...
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23:13
Rising Temperatures, Rising Flames with Dr. Mike Flannigan
Welcome to another episode of Forestry Talks. This episode dives into Alberta's wildfire landscape with our guest, Dr. Mike Flannigan. Dr. Flannigan, a Professor at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops, British Columbia, joins us to share his...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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29:59
Seedling to Structure with Andre Lema
Welcome to episode five of Forestry Talks, your go-to podcast powered by the Alberta Forest Products Association. In this episode, our guest, Andre Lema, Manager of Business Development at Western Archrib, sits down with our host, Aspen Dudzic,...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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27:04