Archaeological information indicates that Algonquin people lived in the Ottawa Valley for at least 8,000 years prior to European arrival1. In the early days, the Algonquin people lived a semi-nomadic existence, moving about within their territory,...

Ontario is home to some of the most expansive and diverse forests in Canada, covering more than 70 million hectares—nearly two-thirds of the province. These forests are not only vital for wildlife and biodiversity but also support thousands of jobs in forestry, tourism, and Indigenous communities. To ensure these natural resources remain healthy and productive for generations, Ontario has a comprehensive and science-based approach to forest management.

1. We’ve been in this business a long time. The Ottawa Valley has been logged since the early 1800s and families are still making a living from wood. Less than 0.5% of forested area is harvested annually and long-term planning occurs to ensure...

I stocked up on cedar grilling planks and smoking chips from Steffie’s Grill Wood.

The Shaw Woods Outdoor Education Centre (SWOEC), located at 2065 Bulger Road, about 20 minutes south of Pembroke, aims to get more people outside. The series of trails on the site provide opportunities for schools, community organizations and the general public to use the area and learn about the different ecosystems and sustainable forestry practices. 

It is surprisingly difficult to find Canadian-made furniture in stores!  Don's Woodworking built me two custom-made island stools based on a picture I showed him of what I liked. His price was very reasonable and they...

Check out recent FB post on November 10th about the Canadian Forestry Battalion. http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.395432650537729.95226.390809161000078&type=1 Note from Ottawa Valley Wood: Thanks so much for sharing this information!...

After moving into a new house last year, I was anxious to get gardening. I had no trouble finding a local cedar producer who could meet my needs of eastern white cedar squares for my raised vegetable beds. It was great to see the lumber yard, meet the producer and know where the wood came from. It pays to buy local!