Participate In National Forest Week
Participate In National Forest Week
September 18-24, 2022
Stay tuned for more information on how to participate in National Forest Week 2022!
2022 Theme
National Forest Week 2022
“Canada’s Forests: Solutions for a Changing Climate“
From local communities to vast woodlands, Canada’s forests provide nature-based solutions for climate change mitigation and adaptation. Forests help reduce climate change by trapping and storing greenhouse gases. Trees also soften the impacts of a changing climate and extreme weather by moderating temperatures and protecting biodiversity. Sustainable forest practices, research, conservation, engineered wood products, and innovative technologies provide solutions from Canadian forests.
Learn how Canada’s forests offer a sustainable future by following #NationalForestWeek / #SemaineNationaleDeLArbreEtDesForêts !
National Forest Week 2021
September 19-25, 2021
Aaand that’s a wrap! THANK YOU to our sponsors, and to everyone who participated and raised awareness of our forests – we sincerely appreciate your interest, involvement, and support in elevating #NationalForestWeek 2021!
We are already looking forward to another successful NFW in 2022!
From September 19-25, 2021, we’re inviting Canadians to learn more about the forest sector and its significance to Canada’s culture, history, and future, while also supporting a greater recognition of forests as a valuable, renewable and green resource.
To celebrate National Forest Week, the Canadian Institute of Forestry is inviting you to participate in our 2nd annual national photo contest! The contest will run through the duration of National Forest Week (September 19-25, 2021).
Rules
- Contest begins on September 19, 2021 at 12:00 am and ends on September 25, 2021 at 11:59 pm
- Contest is open to residents of Canada, including both CIF-IFC members and non-members
- Purpose of contest is to celebrate National Forest Week (September 19-25, 2021)
- Photos submitted must showcase forests/trees in Canada
- Contest winner will receive a prize and a special feature of their photograph in various CIF-IFC digital communication outlets
How to Enter
- Entries are to be a digital photograph (JPEG or PNG) and submitted electronically by email to nfw-snaf@cif-ifc.org
- Entries must be submitted and received by September 25, 2021 at 11:59 pm
- Submissions must include:
- Digital photograph (JPEG or PNG) showcasing forests/trees in Canada
- Photographer name and contact information
- Short caption describing the photograph, including the location of where it was captured
Mark your calendars! The National Forest Week Special Edition of Treevia Tuesday will take place on September 21, 2021.
Join in on the fun and test your forest knowledge! The top 3 players will receive a prize.
How to Participate
When: Tuesday, September 21, 2021
Where: crowd.live/PSCPN
- Go to the link above on September 21st
- Enter your name and email
- Select “Go!” when ready
- Participate in the 20 question quiz before 11:59 pm ET
Contest Winners
Congratulations to the top 3 players for 2021!
- Julia Trappe – 19/20 answers correct
- Nicolas Gabruch – 17/20 answers correct
- Carson Broadbent – 15/20 answers correct
Get your markers and pens ready! We are inviting you to participate in a Canada-wide youth drawing contest for NFW!
This makes for a great summer project or classroom activity! Entries must be received by October 15, 2021.
How to Participate
- Download the drawing contest form here
- Show us how you spend time in the forest by completing your artwork in the dedicated space on page 2
- Fill out page 3 with your contact information
- Submit entries via email to nfw-snaf@cif-ifc.org
- Entries must be received by October 15, 2021
Who can Participate?
- Youth from the ages of 4-12
Contest Winners
- One participant in each age category (4-6, 7-9, and 10-12) from each province/territory will be chosen as a winner
- Winners will be announced in November 2021 and will receive a nature activity book!
National Forest Week is a perfect time to learn more about one of Canada’s most valuable resources!
Check out our Forest Education page for more free resources including infographics and teaching kits covering a variety of different topics.
Participate Online
- Like and share/re-tweet posts created by the CIF-IFC or posts using the hashtag #NationalForestWeek or #Semainenationaledelarbreetdesforêts
- Share National Forest Week 2021 digital creatives via social media using the hashtag #NationalForestWeek or #Semainenationaledelarbreetdesforêts
- Create your own content using the daily sub-themes from the Social Media Content Schedule and share them using the hashtag #NationalForestWeek or #Semainenationaledelarbreetdesforêts
Creative Downloads
Digital poster (bilingual)
Social Media Content Schedule
Sunday, September 19, 2021
Daily sub-theme: Forests and nature
Description: Highlight the critical ecological functions and environmental benefits that healthy forests provide.
Proudly sponsored by Resource Works and Strathcona Forestry Consulting
- Sorting fact from fiction: BC forest conservation
- Forestry in BC report – Setting the Record Straight
- Top 5 forestry facts
- Old Growth Forests in British Columbia: A citizen’s guide
- The Methuselah Myth and the future of B.C. forestry
Monday, September 20, 2021
Daily sub-theme: Forests and humans
Description: Highlight the many products, social, economical, cultural and health benefits that healthy forests provide.
Proudly sponsored by Ontario Woodlot Association (OWA), CIF-IFC Algonquin Section, and Friends of the Petawawa Research Forest (PRF)
- OWA Guides & Publications
- Friends of the PRF supporting, promoting, and protecting research at the PRF
- CIF-IFC Algonquin Section fostering public awareness of forests and their importance to the economy and environment
- 64th Annual International Night – Oh so Appetizing Arizona hosted by the OWA, CIF-IFC Algonquin Section, and Friends of the PRF
Tuesday, September 21, 2021
Daily sub-theme: Challenges in a changing climate
Description: Communicate the challenges associated with our changing climate and how to prevent/mitigate the affects on trees/forests.
Proudly sponsored by Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC)
- Keeping Our Forests As Forests Forever
- Responsibly Managing Canada’s Forests and its Future
- Sustainable Forestry
- Nature-based Solutions
- [WATCH] Forestry for the Future
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Daily sub-theme: Building resilience through innovation
Description: Highlight the forest sector’s innovative technologies and management strategies being implemented to adapt and build resilience for a hopeful future.
Proudly sponsored by Natural Resources Canada
- Natural Climate Solutions for Canada
- Climate Change Mitigation in British Columbia’s Forest Sector
- Regional Integrated Assessments in Support of Forest Climate Change Adaptation
- State of Mass Timber in Canada report
- How does Canada report on forest GHG Emissions
- Information on forest fires
- Funding programs:
National Tree Day / Journée nationale de l’arbre
Each year, National Tree Day falls on the Wednesday of National Forest Week, with the goal to encourage all Canadians to celebrate and appreciate the great benefits that trees provide us.
#NationalTreeDay / #Journéenationaledelarbre
Thursday, September 23, 2021
Daily Sub-theme: Forest champions, inclusion and diversity
Description: Recognize and highlight the progress that has been made, and is being made, in the forest sector for sustainability, inclusivity, and diversity.
Proudly sponsored by Free to Grow in Forestry
- [WATCH] Free to Grow in Forestry
- [LISTEN] A podcast working to move #ForestryForward
- Gender Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace – A Plan to Eliminate Resistance
- 10 Principles for Gender Equity
- Evidence on Diversity in Canada’s Forest Sector
- Indigenous Women’s Leadership in the Forest Sector Report
- Preliminary Report: Interviews with Women in Forestry
- Getting into Team – Leveraging Power & Privilege (Allies Toolkit)
Friday, September 24, 2021
Daily Sub-theme: Sustainable forests
Description: Raise awareness of sustainable forest management and forests as a valuable and renewable resource.
Proudly sponsored by Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
- FSC Canada is supported by top environmental organizations
- FSC responsible forestry includes upholding Indigenous Peoples’ rights
- FSC’s standard provides specific requirements for species at risk, like the woodland caribou
- FSC’s national standard addresses the most pressing issues facing Canadian forests now or WATCH
- Follow FSC Canada on social Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin and Twitter.
Saturday, September 25, 2021
Daily Sub-theme: Forest education and heritage
Description: Share resources and tools for the general public, teachers and educators to incorporate learning about forests and Canada’s forest heritage, both in the classroom and at home.
Proudly sponsored by Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) / Project Learning Tree Canada (PLT Canada)
- Forest Education
- Kids Activities
- Get outside and explore your local forest/environment
- Project Learning Tree Canada is asking you to get outside this Saturday and explore trees in your neighbourhood.
- Access free family activities from our Learn About Forests Toolkit
- Share pictures on social Tag: @PLT_Canada #NationalForestWeek or #SemaineNationaleDeLArbreEtDesForêts
Additional Ways To Participate
- Take a walk in woods nearby and get to know your forest
- Arrange a tree planting: Tree Canada
- Care for a newly planted or neglected tree, and study its species
- Identify all the things at home or school that are made of wood
- Learn about organizations that demonstrate sustainable forest management
- Tour a forest sector industry or processing site
- Learn about the prevention of forest fires
- Contact a provincial forestry association for teaching materials.
- Visit the NFW-BC Coalition website for information about NFW in the west!
- Lead a National Forest Week event!
Thank You To All Of Our 2021 National Forest Week Sponsors!
Thank you for your participation and support in National Forest Week 2021!
