2021 FPBC Conference Sessions
Recordings
Watch all the recordings from the FPBC 2021 virtual forestry conference sessions for free. Each one counts towards your annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements.
February 3, 2021
FPBC 2021: A Necessary Integration for Wildfire Resilience SuccessThis session from the 2021 ABCFP forestry conference explores why integrating wildfire response and the practice of professional forestry should be considered a critical step towards shaping a wildfire resilient BC.
Presenter:
- Kelly Johnston, RPF, president, Wildland Professional Solutions.
February 3, 2021
FPBC 2021: An Introduction to the Guidelines for Professional Services in the Forest SectorThis session from the 2021 ABCFP forestry conference reviews what’s new in the crossings guidance and discuss the responsibilities of the co-ordinating registered professional and professional of record, as well as use of hydrology and hydraulics during the design process, climate change considerations, requirements of general arrangement drawings, and more.
Presenter:
- Lee Deslauriers, RPF, P.Eng, principal and managing engineer, StoneCroft Engineering Ltd.
February 3, 2021
FPBC 2021: Building a Biodiversity Based Economy by Making Peace with NatureThis session from the 2021 ABCFP forestry conference describes the impact of an international and multidisciplinary network, equipped to develop robust co-ordinated activities under a shared vision centered on biodiversity as a mean to achieve sustainability and peace: facilitating collaborative and fully integrated research programs; promoting research excellence; developing resilience in research capabilities; using innovation in technologies and approaches throughout the program; stimulating partnerships; and promoting exchange of knowledge.
Presenter:
- Dr. Federica Di Palma.
February 3, 2021
FPBC 2021: Business Ethics: It Starts with YouThis session from the 2021 ABCFP forestry conference explores how your personal values link to your ethical standards and shape your approach to ethical issues in a business setting.
Presenter:
- Shawn Ireland, Ed.D, managing director and partner, HRCgroup Ltd.
February 3, 2021
FPBC 2021: Enhancing Your Forest Planning and Practices with LiDARThis session from the 2021 ABCFP forestry conference examines the use of aerial LiDAR scanning from the perspective of the forest professional, highlighting key products generated, how to get them, and how to use them on a day-to-day basis.
Presenter:
- Colin Chisholm, RPF, assistant forest manager, Aleza Lake Research Forest, University of Northern British Columbia.
February 3, 2021
FPBC 2021: Fibre Use and the Future of Wood PelletsThis session from the 2021 ABCFP forestry conference is intended to increase awareness of the wood pellet industry.
Presenter:
- Gordon Murray, RPF, CPA, CMA, executive director, Wood Pellet Association of Canada.
February 3, 2021
FPBC 2021: Forest Landscape Planning: Transforming How We Manage BC’s ForestsThis session from the 2021 ABCFP forestry conference discusses forest landscape planning — BC’s new approach to forest management.
Presenters:
- (multiple).
February 3, 2021
FPBC 2021: Modernizing Forestry Remote SensingInspired by advances in technology, forestry managers are integrating machine learning platforms and high resolution remote sensing data to work more efficiently and effectively.
Presenters:
- Steve Milne, RPF, owner, Cabin Forestry Services Ltd.;
- Aubin Dorion, GIS specialist, TerraSense; and
- Kyle Broome, RPF, partner, Cabin Resources Management, and director, TerraSense.
February 3, 2021
FPBC 2021: Q&A Modernizing Forestry Remote SensingA Q&A session from the 2021 ABCFP forestry conference.
Presenters:
- Steve Milne, RPF, owner, Cabin Forestry Services Ltd.;
- Aubin Dorion, GIS specialist, TerraSense; and
- Kyle Broome, RPF, partner, Cabin Resources Management, and director, TerraSense.
February 3, 2021
FPBC 2021: Understanding Risk Assessment and ManagementThis presentation from the 2021 ABCFP forestry conference introduces the concept of a risk management framework with reference to the current CSA standard.
Presenter:
- Glynnis Horel, P.Eng, FEC, HM, geological engineer, GM Horel Engineering Ltd.
February 3, 2021
FPBC 2021: What Should We be Planting for Current and Future Climates?This session from the 2021 ABCFP forestry conference explores the challenges of reforestation in a changing climate, and how to navigate them.
Presenters:
- Sally Aitken, PhD, professor and associate dean — research and innovation, Faculty of Forestry, UBC;
- Colin Mahony, PhD, RPF, research climatologist, Climate Change and Integrated Planning Branch, Office of the Chief Forester;
- Will MacKenzie, MSc, RPBio; and
- Pamela Dykstra, MRM, RPBio, P.Ag.
February 3, 2021
FPBC 2021: What You Need to Know About the PGA and How it Will Affect Your PracticeThis session from the 2021 ABCFP forestry conference examines how regulations contained within the PGA will directly impact your work and conduct as a forest professional.
Presenters:
- Christine Gelowitz, RPF, chief executive officer, ABCFP;
- Mike Larock, RPF, director of professional practice and forest stewardship, ABCFP; and
- Casey Macaulay, MA, RPF, registrar and director of act compliance, ABCFP.
February 3, 2021
FPBC 2021: Forestry, First Nations, and ReconciliationA discussion from the 2021 ABCFP forestry conference on the increasing role of First Nations in BC’s forest sector and how forestry can contribute to reconciliation efforts.
Presenters:
- Clifford White (Nees Ma’Outa), commissioner, BC Treaty Commission; and
- Garry Merkel, RPF.