Another Group Calling for Help for Forestry

The forestry industry is asking the Federal government for help to save jobs.
The President and CEO of the Forest Products Association of Canada says Ottawa doesn’t have to spend a lot of money to keep people employed in his industry.
But Avrim Lazar says the government needs to take bold action to maintain jobs in forestry, including tax cuts and ensuring liquidity.
The Association has issued a five-point list of things it says are needed to keep the industry afloat during an economic downturn.
Lazar says Ottawa must ensure credit markets work and that the tax system encourages investment in lumber mills.
He’s also calling for federal investments in research and market development, as well as green technology, and short-term help for workers facing layoffs.