Vanderhoof, B.C.- The Northern Interior’s winner of an Award of Excellence for Woodlot Management is Mark Churchill. 

He has managed a woodlot in Vanderhoof since 1998 and is known for his focus on reforestation and dedication to ensure wood waste is utilized by stock-piling fibre to supply new bio-energy operations. Churchill also contributes to the success of other woodlots by working with licensees throughout the province and providing direction on forest stewardship activities. 

Licensees who show exemplary leadership and contribution to woodlot management are recognized annually through the Minister of Forest’s Award of Excellence for Woodlot Management.  

Three regional awards are given: one for the Northern Interior, one for the Southern Interior and one for the Coast. Each award is for $2,500.  

Finalists are evaluated by a team with representation from the Federation of BC Woodlot Associations and the ministry.