Over 90 percent of Canadian forests are publicly owned.

Wood buildings can last as long as needed. In fact, wood can endure for centuries if it is in a protected environment like a well-designed structure.

The majority of Canadian pulp and paper production is exported to the United States, Asia and Italy.

In 2000, Canadian pulp and paper manufacturers spent over $425 million on environmental protection, pollution abatement and pollution prevention processes.

The principal crops used for animal feed are Barley, Wheat, Oats, Field Peas and Canola Meal, arising from the processing of canola seed. Barley is used as a portion of the grain provided in swine feed and other monogastric diets, but can constitute the total grain portion for beef cattle and dairy cows.