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Sustainable Forestry

THE FOREST INDUSTRY'S COMMITMENT TO GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY

CEO Leadership Statement

The global forest products industry is a diverse industry that contributes to the economic development and social well-being of rural and urban communities worldwide. The industry is taking the challenge of sustainable development seriously, through action to improve forest management practices, combat illegal logging and improve environmental management practices.

KRUGER AND THE FOREST

As stated in its Forest Policy, Kruger Inc. supports a sustainable and integrated approach to forest management which enables economic development that respects environmental, social and cultural values.

To meet its corporate responsibilities and expectations of its customers and the public, Kruger has obtained certification to the internationally recognized ISO 14 001 Environmental Management System (EMS) Standard for all its forest operations in Québec, Ontario and Newfoundland and Labrador, and FSC Sustainable Forest Management for its forest operations in the Mauricie in Québec, and Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador. The Company also obtained FSC certification for its forest management practices in four Forest Management Units in the Mauricie Region in Québec.

The company is fully committed to integrated forest resource management. This means that in addition to the supply of high-quality raw material for the mills at competitive cost, the forest is managed to sustain all resource values, including clean water, wildlife habitat and recreational opportunities. Input from the public is an integral part of determining the key resource values to be considered in the company's forest management plans.

FSC Certification

Kruger Inc. - Industrial Products Division is certified for Forest Stewardship Council Chain of Custody.

 Certificate - 115 Ko

Public Summary Report - 2011 Annual Audit

 Audit Report - 446 Ko

An Integrated Approach

The implementation of advisory committees in the Mauricie region demonstrates Kruger’s leadership in sustainable development. In a context of partnership and knowledge sharing, the comments and suggestions of regional stakeholders on advisory committees are taken into account. This enables Kruger, as the appointed manager, to continually improve company forest practices, as well as to align its operations with the needs and expectations of all forest users. Another objective of the committees is to promote and enhance regional community participation in the planning of SFM activities. Thus, forest users are involved in the development of general forest management plans through a forum where they can not only express their concerns, but also learn more about wildlife and the forest. In all of its activities, Kruger takes into consideration future needs, as well as the social and physical factors concerning the forest environment:

• The interests and activities of various stakeholders, including outfitters and First Nations, through consultations;
• Diversity of forest lands, ecosystems, flora and fauna;
• Sustainable harvesting methods and the use of environmentally friendly equipment.
  

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Kruger’s partnership approach in Québec is evidenced by the collaboration between Gouin Reservoir outfitters and Industries Parent. Special protection measures are taken during forest management operations around the perimeter of this vast Reservoir, given its tremendous fishing and tourism potential.

For more information concerning Sustainable Forest Management in Canada, visit the Canadian Council of Forest Ministers site.