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A Unique Perspective onA Vision <strong>for</strong> Canada’s Forests: 2008 and BeyondThe Vision highlights two current priorities of national importance, both of which requireinnovative policies and actions: <strong>for</strong>est sector trans<strong>for</strong>mation and climate change. Forestsector trans<strong>for</strong>mation is needed to maintain a prosperous and sustainable future <strong>for</strong> Canada’sentire <strong>for</strong>est sector. Climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies will reduce theeffects of climate change on <strong>for</strong>ests and communities. Goals have been articulated <strong>for</strong> eachof these priorities that identify the outcomes that the <strong>for</strong>est sector needs to work towardover the next few years.This Vision recognizes that implementation depends on the collective, voluntary, andsynergistic actions of many organizations, individuals, and governments. To realize theVision, extensive support from and cooperation within the <strong>for</strong>est sector is needed. The<strong>for</strong>est sector of the future is defined inclusively to encompass governments, conservationand environmental groups, woodlot owners, Aboriginals, urban <strong>for</strong>estry interests, lumberand pulp and paper producers and value-added industries, <strong>for</strong>est-reliant communities, therecreation and tourism industries, and other sectors of the economy (including the energy,chemical, and pharmaceutical industries) that derive wealth and well-being from Canada’s<strong>for</strong>est resources.The goals of the CCFM Vision are clearly articulated:1. Ensure a prosperous and sustainable future <strong>for</strong> Canada’s entire <strong>for</strong>est sector;2. Become a world leader in innovative policies and actions to mitigate and adapt to theeffects of climate change on our <strong>for</strong>ests and <strong>for</strong>est communities.For specific desired outcomes in the CCFM Vision relating to <strong>for</strong>est sector trans<strong>for</strong>mationand climate change, see Appendix A.- 6 -

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