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Forest Policy Research Institute of Japan Biodiversity Tour
January 15, 2010
Foothills Research Institute, along with West Fraser Mills Ltd. and Jasper National Park, hosted Dr. Yoshihide Sawanobori, a representative from the Forest Policy Research Institute of Japan, at the end of November.
Research on biodiversity hasn't been systematically conducted in Japan although some studies exist that have focused on specific areas and species. In order to address these issues the Forestry Agency of Japan has commissioned the Forest Policy Research Insititute of Japan to research and study biodiversity conservation programs in forestry in several countries, including Canada.
The Hinton and Jasper area was one of the Canadian stops for Dr. Sawanobori. The tour included the Hardisty and Anderson Creek Demonstration sites which illustrate the work done to improve stream crossings and enhance fish habitat. Aaron Jones from West Fraser Mills Ltd. also provided a detailed overview of their operations and their biodiversity planning, management and mitigation in forest operations. The tour then moved on to Jasper National Park where they learned about Parks Canada's strategies for biodiversity conservation.
We would like to thank West Fraser Mills Ltd. and Jasper National Park for their support, especially Aaron Jones, Rick Bonar and John Wilmshurst for hosting Dr. Sawanobori.
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