The big picture:N.S. Forest Products delegates delve into economic development

摘要

At any type of industry gab-fest held in a large windowless room, it's a welcome relief when the keynote speaker leads off with a Monty Python reference."And now for something completely different," deadpanned Mike McAloon, at the opening session of the 80th AGM of the Forest Products Association of Nova Scotia, held Jan. 28-29 in Halifax. McAloon, vice president of finance and industrial benefit programs for Irving Shipbuilding, was acknowledging that his business might seem far removed from the world of wood products and forest management. In his address, however, he highlighted some common issues and challenges.