This directory lists & describes the companies comprising the secondary wood-using industries in Manitoba for 2001. These include all companies principally engaged in the further processing of primary wood products, lumber, panel products, & paper. All companies are listed by their principal products categorized into one of 19 standard industrial classification industry codes. Information on firm location, employment, products, type of wood or paper materials used, and names of executive officers was obtained by a telephone survey. The main listing is alphabetical by company name, and a secondary listing arranges names of firms by product or service. The appendix lists organizations & associations relevant to the secondary wood-using industries as well as Manitoba government contacts. Information on lumber grading is also included.

This document is intended to inform discussion among Manitoba educators regarding the effective use of assessment processes to facilitate learning for all students.

Poplars and willows form an important component of forestry and agricultural systems, providing a wide range of wood and non-wood products. This book synthesizes research on poplars and willows, providing a practical worldwide overview and guide to their basic characteristics, cultivation and use, issues, problems and trends. Prominence is given to environmental benefits and the importance of poplar and willow cultivation in meeting the needs of people and communities, sustainable livelihoods, land use and development.