

Virtual Event
Women in Forestry 2023
March 7, 2023 at
11:00am EST
Women represented just 17 per cent of the forestry labour force in 2016 – but representation is gradually increasing as key industry players lead the change on gender equity. Inspired by their ongoing efforts to dismantle the barriers that discourage women and under-represented people from entering and advancing in the industry, Canadian Forest Industries, Pulp & Paper Canada, Canadian Biomass and Opérations Forestières et de Scierie are once again hosting a digital day of discussion around gender and diversity in the forest sector.
Join us March 7, 2023, as we expect to welcome back hundreds of forestry changemakers who are looking for inspiration and advice on fostering inclusion in our industry and reaping all the innovation that comes from it.
This year’s summit will again be truly national, with speakers from across Canada and French-English simultaneous interpretation available for all presentations.
Sign up for free today!
Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Contact Josée Crevier at jcrevier@annexbusinessmedia.com.
Schedule
11:00am - 11:10am
Welcome and opening remarks
Speakers:
- Maria Church, managing editor, Forestry Group
- Jennifer Ellson, editor of Canadian Forest Industries
- Sukanya Ray Gosh, editor of Pulp & Paper Canada

11:10am - 11:30pm
Women in Energy Transformation: Key learnings and opportunities
Speakers:
- Linda Coady, President and CEO, BC Council of Forest Industries
- Elizabeth Shirt, President, Globe Series

11:30am - 12:30pm
Panel discussion: The secret weapon to success on D&I
Speakers: Kelly Cooper, Founder and President, Centre for Social Intelligence Panelists:
- Tina Rasmussen, Chief Business Officer, Meadow Lake Tribal Council Industrial Investments
- Kyle Broome, Partner, Cabin Resource Management
- Adrienne Maskalyk, Vice-President Forestry, GeoVerra
12:30pm - 12:45pm
Break
12:45pm - 1:15pm
Strategies for recruiting a more diverse workforce
Speakers: TBD1:15pm - 1:45pm
An Indigenous view on inclusion in forestry
Speaker: TBD1:45pm - 2:00pm
Break

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Panel discussion: From the floor
Moderator: Haleigh Callison, Lumber Trader – Cedar Specialist, Olympic IndustriesPanelists: TBD
3:00pm - 3:30pm
Q&A session: Ask the boss
Moderator: Maria Church, Managing Editor, Annex Forestry Group
Speakers:
- Molly Hudson, Director of Sustainability, Mosaic Forest Management
- Jimmie Hodgson, Senior Manager, Forestry Operations, Mosaic Forest Management
3:30pm
Closing Remarks
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Frequently Asked Questions About Women in Forestry 2023
When & Where?
Women in Forestry 2023 will take place virtually via GoToWebinar on March 7, 2023 at 11:00am EST.There will be a 15 minute break between live sessions.
Why Virtual?
The safety and wellbeing of our employees, customers, and community is our number one priority. By making this event an online experience, it eliminates the need for attendees and sponsors to travel in-person, while enabling them to still benefit from the event content.What’s Included?
Your registration provides you with access to watch the virtual keynote, all live sessions, and on-demand recorded content and product demonstrations.How do I access?
We will email you an access link to the virtual event the morning of March 7, 2023.If you don’t see an access link in your email inbox, please check your junk folder. If you are still unable to locate the email, contact Tara Jacobs.