Pierre-Jonathan Teasdale

Engaging with the federal government on the development and implementation of policies and programs to fund or promote the growth of Canada's biofuels sector.

Participating in the Canadian Lumber Trade Alliance (CLTA) alongside associations and lumber companies from across Canada. The CLTA works to advocate for a fair resolution to the softwood lumber dispute with the United States. Engaging with the Federal Plastics Registry to advocate for a process that is fair, efficient, and effective. Lobbying for fiscal policy that supports a competitive forest industry in Canada. Working with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans on a process to evaluate and mitigate impacts of stream crossings and harvesting operations in areas with trout populations. Speaking to government about the Clean Fuel Standard and its potential impact on the forest industry. Representing AFPA-member company interests on the softwood lumber file and working with the Government of Canada to achieve a resolution to outstanding trade disputes with the United States. Promoting a competitive forest industry, including sound forestry policy and strategic partnerships and programs. Lobbying for efficient rail service that moves member company products to customers in a timely and cost-effective manner. Engaging on the climate change file to promote the benefits of a well-managed forest and wood building products as part of Canada's net zero goal. Amendments to the Pulp and Paper Effluent Regulations including the Environmental Effects Monitoring (EEM) program. Advocating for implementation of the Species at Risk Act that recognizes the value of forestry on the landbase and balances conservation goals and socioeconomic impacts.

Invitation to the Minister of Natural Resources to speak at 2025 COFI Convention in April 2025 in Prince George, BC. on International Trade - Impact of US tariffs on Canadian lumber exports. Student Outreach Grant Seek funding for Offshore market development activities including market access and product promotion. Seek federal mediation on labour dispute (West Coast port strike) which needs urgent resolution as it is resulting in disruption to forest products supply chains. Investments in Forest Industry Transformation (IFIT) Program. Initial inquiry regarding funding eligibility from NRCan IFIT (investment in Forest Industry Transformation) program for sponsorship of a proposed workshop on Building with Wood in Vancouver, BC, in April 2024. Discussions on proposed amendments to Migratory Birds Regulation and the impacts to forest industry. Discussions on low-carbon products initiative including carbon accounting for Canadian wood and paper products. Discussions on emerging markets and impacts to industry on softwood lumber agreement with the United States. Opportunities to expand offshore markets for sustainable forest products produced by Canada and BC. Discussions on Climate and low-carbon forest products, including carbon accounting and the role of the forest sector in meeting Canada's greenhouse gas emission reduction goals and international commitments. Discussion on forestry and reconciliation and federal implementation of United Nation Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, including ownership of forest tenures and employment and investment opportunities across forest sector supply chains. Discussion of Southern Mountain Caribou and potential socio-economic impacts if protection order made under Species at Risk Act (SARA). Provide general update on forest sector including upcoming decision on Southern Mountain Caribou. Discussion on carbon accounting and climate. Discussion on international market regulation regarding "forest degradation". Discuss impacts to industry on Critical Habitat Effectiveness Protection Assessment (CHEPA) for southern mountain caribou. Consulting and engaging with the federal government on maintaining critical supply chains and transportation infrastructure for BC forest products. Consulting and engaging with government on new federal policies and initiatives impacting the BC forest sector, such as a National Biodiversity Strategy, a Canada/BC Nature Accord, Canada’s commitment at the global level to a 30-by-30 target for biodiversity conservation, and Canada/BC Regional Tables on long term planning for low carbon infrastructure. Communicating economic status of industry with regard to potential government policy and funding with regard to the Softwood Lumber Agreement. Climate and low-carbon forest products, forest degradation and Natural Resources Canada Funding Programs. Communicating economic status of Industry with regard to policies that support ongoing competitiveness of BC forest industry.