Industry warns deferrals will have major consequences on B.C. forests

While many are applauding a move by the province to defer old growth forests as a measure to prevent biodiversity loss, the BC Council of Forest Industries says the decision will have far-reaching consequences. Emily Lazatin reports the organization says not only will forest companies be impacted, it will also lead to thousands of lost jobs.

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