UBC Forestry would like to congratulate Dr. Maja Krzic for receiving the Fellow of Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) Award!
About Maja
Maja’s research intertwines soil science with education and community engagement, fostering an interactive learning space for students to tackle tangible, real-world issues. Her work merges soil science principles with the influence of human actions on soil dynamics within various ecosystems like crops, grasslands, and forests. By delving into the pivotal role of soil in addressing pressing global sustainability challenges, Maja’s research pioneers a path toward addressing existential issues through soil-focused initiatives.
About the Fellow of Soil Science Society of America Award
Fellow is the highest recognition bestowed by the Soil Science Society of America. Members of the Society nominate worthy colleagues based on their professional achievements and meritorious service.
UBC Forestry wishes to congratulate Dr. Guangyu Wang and PhD student Chunyu Pan who will be attending the upcoming COP28 in Dubai for an associated event called, ‘Global Knowledge Exchange and New Skills of NbS about Forestry Power to Mitigate Climate Change.’
About Guangyu Wang
Dr. Guangyu Wang’s research centers on sustainable forest and watershed management through computer modeling. He’s completed projects utilizing system dynamics, bioregional assessments, and GIS to analyze ecosystem degradation and land use management. His primary focus is on Chinese forest management, where he’s developed innovative sustainable management plans. Dr. Wang also investigates climate change, forest adaptation, and carbon market mechanisms. Additionally, as a former business professional, he’s keen on strategic planning, financial management of natural resources, and the effectiveness of land use change policies.
About Chunyu Pan
Chunyu Pan is currently a PhD student with Guangyu. His research interests are on the global carbon market, forestry offsets, and bamboo offset projects and their relationships with climate change. He graduated from UBC with a BSc of Science, majoring in Environmental Sciences. Chunyu has been investigating the potential linkage of global carbon markets and the barriers and challenges to developing carbon forestry projects. His current research focuses on the additionality and effectiveness of forestry carbon offset projects and a valid, credible, and internationally recognized carbon accounting methodology for bamboo forest carbon offset projects.
About the UBC Forestry Side Event at COP28
Two members of the UBC Faculty of Forestry are set to make an impact at the upcoming COP28 climate conference in Dubai, UAE, on December 8, 2023. This event, titled ‘Global Knowledge Exchange and New Skills of NbS about Forestry Power to Mitigate Climate Change,’ is dedicated to underlining the pivotal role of forestry and nature-based solutions (NbS) in addressing climate change. Guangyu will open the event and follow with a keynote speech entitled ‘New Pathways for Forestry Development in Response to Climate Change – Carbon Offsets and Health Industry.’ Also, Chunyu will present his research on the development of forestry offsets in Canada. The event will gather world-renowned enterprises, think tanks, universities, research institutions, and NGOs to discuss innovative forest carbon sink technologies and the practical application of NbS. By creating a global platform for dialogue among NGOs, communities, academia, and the business sector, the event seeks to establish a cooperative network to address climate change challenges, thus generating a synergistic global impact. To see the full event and exhibit schedule, click here.
The Faculty of Forestry wishes to congratulate Professor Isla Myers-Smith and the project team and collaborators on being awarded the Canada Excellence Research Chair in global change ecology. The position comes with an $8 million grant towards Isla’s research in Arctic greening.
As Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in global change ecology, Isla and her team will study the impacts of global change on northern ecosystems. The research program will focus on tundra and boreal ecosystems in the Western Canadian North, which face threats to sustainable food systems, wildlife populations and their habitats, which together challenge the resilience of communities.
The program will investigate how warming temperatures and shifting seasonality affect Arctic tundra, alpine, and boreal forest ecosystems, including changes in plant growth, habitat composition, wildlife movement and species ranges. It will also examine the collective impact of these changes on the livelihoods of Indigenous communities in the Yukon Territory, Canada.
“As we continue to redefine and reimagine the UBC Faculty of Forestry, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. Isla Myers-Smith, one of the world’s leading experts in tundra and northern boreal ecosystems,” says Dean Robert Kozak. “As a global change ecologist, Isla will be studying the impacts of a warming planet on these vital and threatened landscapes and communities in the Canadian Arctic.”
Additionally, this CERC program aims to provide international leadership in Arctic research and will integrate long-term monitoring, remote sensing, drone technology, and traditional knowledge from Indigenous partners in the Yukon and Northwest Territories.
“I am very excited to begin this research program that will bring together researchers in the Faculty of Forestry, across the UBC campus and in the Yukon, NWT and beyond,” says Dr. Isla Myers-Smith. “The climate change challenges that the Canadian North is facing will require a collaborative approach to research, and this project will bring people together to address Northern research priorities together.”
About Isla
Isla’s research focuses on the study of the ‘greening of the Arctic’ and the responses of plants to climate warming, as well as related impacts such as shrub expansion and permafrost thaw. Her research group, known as “Team Shrub“, employs a range of tools, including measuring tapes and drones, to document changes in the Arctic region, particularly in the Yukon Territory of the Canadian Arctic and across the tundra biome.
About the Team
The full UBC team for the proposal (in alphabetical order) includes: Marie Auger-Méthé, UBC Statistics/EOS; Cole Burton, UBC Forestry; Warren Cardinal-McTeague, UBC Forestry; Nicholas Coops, UBC Forestry; Lori Daniels, UBC Forestry; Sue Grayston, UBC Forestry; Danielle Ignace, UBC Forestry; Tongli Wang, UBC Forestry; Tara Martin, UBC Forestry; Sean Michaletz, UBC Botany.
Yukon, NWT and international partners include: YukonU; Outpost Research Station; Aurora Research Institute; NASA ABoVE Project; Mike Suitor, Yukon Government Dept. Environment; Cameron Eckert, Yukon Government; Caitlin Willier, Yukon Government Dept. Environment; Syd Cannings, Environment and Climate Change Canada; Thomas Jung, Yukon Government Dept. Environment; Laurence Carter, Ivvavik, Parks Canada; Ian McDonald, Vuntut, Parks Canada; Trevor Lantz, UVic; Noémie Boulanger-Lapointe, UVic; LaLiberte, UdeMontreal; Heather Johnson, USGS; Anne Bjorkman, UGothenburg; Sarah Elmendorf, UCBoulder; Bruce Forbes, ULapland; Scott Goetz and Logan Berner, Northern Arizona U; Schaepman-Strub, UZurich; Kerby, UAarhus
About CERC
The Canada Excellence Research Chairs (CERC) program was established by the federal government in 2008 to strengthen Canada’s ability to attract the world’s top researchers. UBC will receive up to $24 million over eight years to support these three new chairs and their teams to establish ambitious research programs. CERC chairholders conduct ground-breaking research in various fields, such as health sciences, engineering, natural resources and social sciences.
The program has successfully attracted renowned scholars from around the world, strengthening Canada’s research capacity and fostering collaborations. Through its support for exceptional researchers, the CERC program enhances Canada’s global competitiveness and drives innovation, benefiting both the country and the international community.
Applications are invited from a broad range of disciplines in the social sciences and humanities, natural sciences and engineering, and health and related sciences. Canada Excellence Research Chairs are selected through a highly competitive and rigorous selection process involving a multilevel peer review assessment.
Tara is being recognized as a Highly Cited Researcher in the field of Cross-Field for her influential work in conservation decision-making, which aims to bridge the gap between scientific discovery, real-world conservation, and natural resource management decision-making. As a Professor in the Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences and the inaugural Liber Ero Conservation Chair at UBC, she has pioneered the field of predictive ecology and conservation decision science and continues to inspire transformational change through her work.
About Orlando’s Research
Orlando is being recognized as a Highly Cited Researcher in the field of Cross-field for his research on the fundamental and utilization aspects of renewable resources, including lignocellulose, proteins, and other biopolymers. His research aims to support global sustainable developments by discovering competitive alternatives for fossil materials. Orlando first joined UBC in 2020 as the Canada Excellence Research Chair in Forest Bioproducts and the Scientific Director of the UBC Bioproducts Institute. He is also currently a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Chemistry, and Wood Science. Throughout his career, Orlando has authored over 430 peer-reviewed articles, mainly dealing with nanostructures from renewable materials and their utilization in multiphase systems.
About Nicholas’ Research
Nicholas is being recognized as a Highly Cited Researcher in the field of Geosciences for his research on the application of remote sensing imagery on the monitoring and mapping of forest and vegetation health and productivity. He serves as the Canada Research Chair in Remote Sensing at UBC as well as head of the Department of Forest Resources Management. In addition, he leads a research team in the Integrated Remote Sensing Studios (IRSS), which has a key focus on forestry and the application of key sensing to conservation, management, and production issues.
About the Highly Cited Researcher’s List
A Highly Cited Researcher is an individual who has demonstrated significant and broad influence in their field(s) of research.As part of the selection process, each researcher selected has authored multiple Highly Cited Papers™ which rank in the top 1% by citations for their field(s) and publication year in the Web of Science over the past decade. However, citation activity is not the sole selection indicator, as a preliminary list based on citation activity is then refined using qualitative analysis and expert judgement.
Of the world’s population of scientists and social scientists, Highly Cited Researchers are 1 in 1,000. In this year’s list, UBC was home to 24 highly cited researchers among 218 academics from across Canada.
Because all of the spots are currently filled up until March 15th, they have extended it to April 20th (last extension). Contact them now and they will give Forestry students first pick at spots up to April 20th.
If you are planning on graduating in May 2024, remember to get your photograph done for the 2023/2024 Forestry Class Composite. (Note: if you are graduating for November 2024, you will be in the 2024/2025 composite, but you can still get your photograph taken now).
Your photo will need to be taken by April 20th, 2024 (Last extension) to be included in the class composite
Information for Getting Your Photo Taken at Evangelos:
***IMPORTANT: If you are only getting a headshot for the 2023/2024 Class Composite, you do not need to pay the deposit.If you want to get anything more than just a headshot, you will need to pay a $45 cash deposit at the time of your appointment***
Make sure to schedule your appointment around your class times so that you have enough time to get to the Evangelos.
Make sure to remember your appointment time. We do not send you any reminders.
Make sure to show up a few minutes before your appointment and follow the dress code.
Please take a look at the attachments below for more information and book an appointment asap as they are currently booking sessions 3-4 weeks in advance.
Do not wait until the last minute as appointments may be all booked up.
Please look through the flyers below for more information (note: group shots are subject to the BC health advisories at the time).
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Maple Leaf Forestry Ltd. is a well-established natural resource consultant based out of Cranbrook, BC. We promote a culture of professionalism, continuous development, and work-life balance in our team. We offer competitive compensation and benefits for both new ambitious professionals looking to build a diverse career, and for experienced professionals looking to foster the next generation of forest professionals.
The successful candidate will work with a diverse range of multi-phase projects in forestry as well as other natural resource sectors. Responsibilities may include: road and cutblock planning; reconnaissance; environmental assessments; layout; developing prescriptions for timber harvest, wildfire fuel reduction, or ecosystem restoration; appraisals; permitting; and developing block- or landscape-level plans.
For more information on the job posting and how to apply please see the link below.
Port Hawkesbury Paper is currently seeking individuals for summer employment opportunities to assist with various projects within our Woodlands unit. Flexible Work term: April 29 to August 30, 2024 (18 weeks) As the largest Crown license manager in Nova Scotia, the PHP Woodlands Unit team is directly responsible for the forest management and sustainability of more than 500,000 hectares of forested lands; and plays a significant role in private land forest management in Eastern Nova Scotia. Port Hawkesbury Paper also holds several environmental certifications.
For more information and how to apply please see the link below.
Consus Management Ltd. is a distinguished resource management company with a primary office in Williams Lake, BC, and a secondary location in Vernon, BC. With specialization in various resource fields, our team of skilled resource professionals strives to deliver high-quality and efficient products to our clients.
At Consus Management, we are deeply committed to the principles of Truth and Reconciliation. We actively engage with our local Indigenous communities, fostering practical and tangible initiatives that promote healing, understanding, and collaboration. Our company takes pride in its progressive and innovative approach to environmental management. We are dedicated to ensuring sustainable forests for tomorrow, implementing cutting-edge practices and technologies.
For more information and how to apply please see the link below.
Cowboy Country Forestry (CCF) is a division of Cowboy Country Log Homes, located in the beautiful Rocky Mountain Foothills of Southern Alberta. Our office is located 10km west of Diamond Valley, Alberta, only minutes from Kananaskis Country. For the past 14 years, our primary client has been Spray Lake Sawmills Ltd. (SLS) of Cochrane, Alberta. Our contracts with SLS, soon to be West Fraser, include block and road layout and tree planting supervision. SLS’s forest management area ranges from Sundre to Crowsnest Pass along the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. CCF often accesses these areas by ATV or horseback.
We currently have openings for TWO Forestry Summer Students.
If interested please visit the link below to see how to apply.
Congratulations to Dr. Kira Hoffman for being named a Trebek Grantee from the Trebek Initiative and a National Geographic Explorer for her research Fighting Fire with Food!
About Kira
Fire ecologist Kira Hoffman aims to address Canada’s wildfire challenges through Indigenous-led fire stewardship. While wildfires pose threats to ecosystems, human lives, and property, their role in maintaining landscape diversity is often overlooked. Kira’s pioneering project within the traditional Lax’yip territory of the Gitanyow Nation seeks to explore the benefits of cultural fire practices in restoring biodiversity to forest and grassland ecosystems, emphasizing the importance of supporting Indigenous-led stewardship, especially considering that Indigenous Peoples are 40% more likely to be evacuated during wildfires.
About the Trebek Initiative
Hailing from coast to coast to coast, Trebek Grantees are sharing stories about their unique cultures and communities, and challenging the way we think and speak about Canadian and Indigenous identities; they’re delivering cutting edge scientific research; preserving the environment, wildlife and water systems through innovative technologies and inspiring a generation of youth to become change-makers.
About National Geographic Explorers
National Geographic Explorers are exceptional individuals in their fields who receive funding and support from the Society to illuminate and protect our world through their work in science, exploration, education, and storytelling. They are driven by something bigger than themselves. They see the difference between the world as it is and as it could be, and they make a choice to do something about it with courage and conviction.
