The Forestry Sector Council is an industry-led, not-for-profit organization working to develop a skilled and professional workforce for the Nova Scotia forest industry. We collaborate with our partners to identify and solve labour challenges and pursue advancement in human resource innovation and capacity building. Our strategic priorities are human resource planning, talent attraction and retention, and skill development. Cultivating a workforce like our forests—sustainable, diverse, and growing. The Forestry Sector Council is committed to integrity, excellence, diversity, innovation, partnership and cultural competency. Using evidence-based decision-making so that Integrity is fundamental in the work we do.
“As Executive Director of the Forestry Sector Council, I am proud to lead an organization that stands at the intersection of sustainability, innovation, and workforce development. Our work is centered around nurturing a diverse and skilled forest industry workforce, prepared to thrive in a low-carbon future. By fostering collaborations and focusing on talent development, we ensure that our forests and the people who care for them grow together, supporting both environmental sustainability and economic growth. Our vision is clear: Cultivating a workforce like our forests – sustainable, diverse, and growing.” – Heather Boyd, Executive Director