Employment
The exact number of people involved in the forestry sector is difficult to determine, as it is variable from year to year. Most positions are seasonal and can last anywhere from 10 to 48 weeks. The following figures are the best approximations using 1996 criteria.
|
Section |
Category |
Employment |
|
Corner Brook Pulp & Paper Ltd. |
Woodland and Silviculture |
1,000 |
| Abitibi Consolidated Inc. | Woodland and Silviculture |
700 |
| Sawmilling, Logging and Silviculture on Crown Land |
Woodland and Silviculture |
2.100 |
| Total Approximation |
3,700 |
Source: Department of Forest Resources &Agrifoods