U S softwood levy threatens 30000 British Columbia jobs
U S Commerce Duty imposes a 29 percent levy on Canadian softwood lumber exports, potentially costing up to 30,000 B C jobs. Forest Minister Mike de Jong decried the talks as a travesty while industry officials warn of layoffs and calls for a concerted federal provincial response. Canada vows WTO and NAFTA challenge as talks continue.
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Province launches 20 million forest marketing push
British Columbia will spend 20 million dollars to diversify the forest sector and boost international marketing. An advisory board including public and private sector leaders will guide fund allocation, with 8 million for product development and manufacturing improvements and 12 million for global marketing in China, Southeast Asia, and other markets.
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