Discover the cultural heritage of Nova Scotia forests!

The United Nations want the special responsibility that humans bear for forests to become the focus of the world's attention. To this end, they declared the year 2011 as the "International Year of Forests".

In this day and age, forests fulfil a number of functions: They provide a habitat for many plants and animals. They supply wood, a renewable and environmentally friendly raw material. What is more, the forestry and timber industry is a major employer. At the same time, forests provide us with space for recreation and sports activities, covering much of Nova Scotia.

Launch on 21 March 2011

The official beginning of the International Year is on 21 March 2011, the World Forest Day. What events are happening of our own at local and regional level that are intended to give us food for thought: "What if there were no forest?" Why not hold a photo competition to encourage people to deal with the forest in a creative manner and to capture it with an unusual picture. Why not launch a Nova Scotia programme for "Forest cultural heritage"
The programme for the "Cultural heritage of our forests" could be at the heart of the International Year of Forests in Nova Scotia. We could also have concerts and walks in the forest which will allow people to discover the forest and the forest culture across Nova Scotia.