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© 2009 Model Forest of Newfoundland and Labrador (MFNL) MFNL has catalogued this Strategic document as follows: 2009‐2010 Workplan: Year 3 of the Forest Communities Program (FCP) Author: Sean Dolter, General Manager Contributions from: Glenda Garnier, Manager of Administration Copies of this document may be obtained from: Model Forest of Newfoundland and Labrador Inc. P. O. Box 68 Corner Brook, NL A2H 6C3 Telephone: 709‐637‐7300 Fax: 709‐634‐0255

Contents

Introduction ......................................................................................................... 3

Workplan Overview ............................................................................................. 4

Linkages between Activities, Outputs and Outcomes ........................................... 5

Performance Management Strategy ..................................................................... 5

2009‐2010 Activities ............................................................................................ 7

Thematic Categories .............................................................................................. 7 Administration ............................................................................................... 8 Capacity Building ............................................................................................ 9 Knowledge Generation/Gathering .............................................................. 15 Opportunities Creation ................................................................................ 21 National and International ........................................................................... 25 Legacy ........................................................................................................... 28

Planned Expenditures ........................................................................................... 32

Cash Flow Forecast .............................................................................................. 33

MF‐NL Partners and Supporters: Nature of Partnerships & Future Impacts ....... 34

Appendix 1 Environmental Assessment ............................................................... 38

Appendix 2: Logic Model and Results Based Management Framework .................. 39

Results and Outcome Chain ................................................................................. 39

Performance Measurement Strategy .................................................................. 40

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Introduction In year one and two of our Forest Communities program, we have seen some drastic changes to the forest sector in Newfoundland and Labrador. The closure of the Abitibi‐Bowater pulp and paper mill in Grand Falls‐Winsor has brought with it doubt about the future of this sector for the years to come. Also, the sawmill industry has seen permanent and temporary closures in 6 of its 7 integrated sawmills due to the high cost of raw material compared to the value of the products. Demand for this lumber is down 20% in the past two years with an average price decrease of approximately 40%. In response to the sectors pulp and paper and sawmill decline, there are new hopes for changing the course of traditional thinking. The Honourable Kathy Dunderdale, Minister of Natural Resources and the Minister Responsible for the Forestry and Agrifoods Agency (FAA) for the government of Newfoundland and Labrador stated, "The forest industry in our province is beginning an important journey back to an industry that will be strong and sustainable and one that is able to compete in today’s new global market. We have been listening to the entire forest industry as we determined how best to proceed in helping the industry get back on a solid footing. We believe the initiatives being announced today will enable the industry to become more competitive, produce a more diverse line of forest products and secure important new markets." (Source: Tracy Barron, DNR) The Board of Directors of the Model Forest of Newfoundland and Labrador sees the important link of building the capacity for change… rural communities. The following work plan is a reflection on how our Model Forest will build this capacity and assist in meeting the challenges in the years to come. This workplan is an operational reflection of the capacity built by the Model Forest partnership over the past two years of the FCP. We have integrated with the regional economic development boards and have established satellite offices in key locations of our Local Community Networks (LCNs). We are ready to start implementing strategies to fully engage the communities we represent in the LCNs.

Communications and marketing has enabled the MFNL to strategically position itself with communities, other sector ‘capacity builders’ and our traditional partners. MFNL has taken a special focus on youth in our region and is influencing elements of the education curriculum in terms of sustaining forest resources. We are very proud of our accomplishments since we began our program and will continue to implement concepts and initiatives to diversify the economic benefits that the forest resource brings our communities.

Figure 1: Burton's Cove Logging and Lumber

Figure 2: MFNL Ecological Walking Tour

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Workplan Overview The MFNL uses 5 program objectives with corresponding strategic approaches: Objective 1: Capacity Building

Build strong forest‐based communities that will effectively meet transitional challenges and produce healthy local economies. Facilitate governance options to build community ownership and accountabilities in the forest sector.

Objective 2: Knowledge Generation

Create awareness in science‐based solutions so that decisions are based on factual information and are accountable and realistic.

Objective 3: Opportunities

Establish the capacity to explore new opportunities in the forest sector that directly benefit the communities targeted. Engage partnerships to implement activities and encourage a transfer of successful methodologies.

Objective 4: International Outreach

Deliver internationally significant success stories and experiences to benefit the MFNL partners and its selected international model forest sites.

Objective 5: Legacy and Partner Driven Initiatives

Implement and refine the legacy outputs of three phases of the model forest program that are relevant to the MFC‐NL partners’ ability to practice SFM.

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Linkages between Activities, Outputs and Outcomes Performance Management Strategy Long Term Outcomes

Intermediate Outcomes

Immediate Outcomes

Project # and Title Outputs

Independent, financially autonomous LCNs throughout NL contributing to the economic revitalization and transition of their communities and international partners.

Clear and concise working environment that exceeds partner expectations.

Accountable performance for all program managers and partners.

3.0.1 Program Administration

Annual Reports;Contractual Agreements; Performance Reviews.

Increased capacity and collaboration on community development, knowledge sharing and implementing economic strategies. An acknowledgement and understanding of the diverse elements and potential conflicts of sustainable community development.

Awareness of program objectives, challenges and exchange opportunities and increased participation by natural resource professionals, partners and outside organizations.

3.1.1 Capacity Building Facilitation and Management 3.1.2 MF‐NL Marketing and Communications Strategy Implementation 3.1.3 Local Community Networks (LCNs) 3.1.4 Canadian Model Forest Network (CMFN) 3.4.1 ‘International’ Facilitation and Management 3.4.3 Community Approaches to Forest Management across Canada and the International Model Forest

Annual Report; Proceedings from Workshops, seminars and meetings; Newsletters; Project Reports; Website modifications; Display materials; Proposals; MOUs; Strategic Plans; Business Plans; Audited reports; Presentations.

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Long Term Outcomes

Intermediate Outcomes

Immediate Outcomes

Project # and Title Outputs

Improved forest management that integrates innovative, cost –effective alternatives to economic growth. A vibrate forest sector with new economic opportunities and growth.

Knowledgeable and well‐trained, highly motivated forest professionals, technicians and front‐line workers Enhanced learning opportunities at the local, national and international level and a heightened level of pride in the sector.


(Linked with Objective 2) 3.2.2 Model Forest/Forest Sector Workshops and Seminars 3.4.2 International Partners 3.5.3 Partner‐driven Initiatives

Proceedings; Project reports; Trip reports; Presentations. World Forest Congress Side Event report; Paper and posters; Latin America LLI Workbook; International Education Marketing report.

Enhanced opportunities for academia to incorporate SFM knowledge into their curriculum and materials.

Same as Above 3.5.2 Education Strategy Implementation

Project reports; Contracts; DVD from the Futures from Forests program; Proceedings; Photo library.

An adoption and implementation of Business Plans and SFM systems and tools by LCN/MFC‐NL partners and strategic alliances.

An understanding and appreciation of the strategic planning process and the information necessary for the revitalization of rural economies and conserving natural resources

3.2.1 Knowledge Gathering’ Facilitation and Management 3.2.3 Domestic Harvesting: Best Management Practices Brochure 3.2.4 Corner Brook Watershed Management Planning Framework and Provincial Watershed Template 3.2.5 Ecological Goods and Services Research Project

Annual report; Contractual agreements. Domestic Harvesting brochure. Watershed Management Plan for the City of Corner Brook, Refined Provincial template and presentations. EG and S Report and Network documents.

Public acceptance and trust of the forest sector due to better integrated management and decision making.

(Linked with all Intermediate Outcomes)

Increased awareness of the natural resource sector and their contribution at the local, provincial and national levels.

(Linked with all the projects are communication targets that leads to the immediate outcome) (See Project 3.1.2)

Marketing and Communications Strategy: Annual report review of progress.

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2009‐2010 Activities Thematic Categories The following 20 Projects are scheduled to be implemented during the 12 month period beginning April 1, 2009 and ending March 31, 2010. The projects are numbered according to year/objective/project #. For example, project 3.3.4 is implemented in year 3 of the Contribution Agreement, is focused on Objective 3, Opportunity Creation, and is the fourth project in that category.

Administration

•3.0.1 ProgramAdministration

Capacity Building

•3.1.1 'Capacity Building' Facilitation and Management •3.1.2 MF‐NL Marketing and Communications Strategy Implementation•3.1.3 Local Community Networks (LCNs) •3.1.4 Canadian Model Forest Network (CMFN)

Knowledge Generation

•3.2.1 'Knowledge Gathering’ Facilitation and Management•3.2.2 Model Forest/Forest Sector Workshops and Seminars•3.2.3 Domestic Harvesting: Best Management Practices Brochure•3.2.4 Corner Brook Watershed Management Planning Framework and Provincial Watershed Template•3.2.5 Ecological Goods and Services Research Project

Opportunities

•3.3.1 ‘Opportunities’ Facilitation and Management•3.3.2 Small Scale Harvesting in Sensitive Areas and its Contribution to Rural Development•3.3.3 Commercial Woodlot for Domestic Fuel Consumption: Demonstration Project•3.3.4 Forest‐Community Knowledge Mission

National and International

•3.4.1 ‘International’ Facilitation and Management •3.4.2 International Partners •3.4.3 Community Approaches to Forest Management across Canada and the International Model Forest

Legacy•3.5.1 Partner‐based Project Facilitation and Management•3.5.2 Education Strategy Implementation•3.5.3 Partner‐driven Initiatives

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Administration Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.0.1 Administration Multi‐year 2007 Glenda Garnier

Project Title:

Program Administration

Description: 1. Administrative and management services; office rental; overhead expenses.

a. Funds are required to support Model Forest administrative functions and link to national, regional and Partner programs. The largest portion of Administrative Support is for salary for the office manager; office overhead, telephone, meetings and seminars, equipment rental; travel and vehicle rental; harmonized sales tax and capital expenditures; insurance, materials and supplies; and general and professional fees.

2. Communications Coordinator a. Support for the delivery of the MFNL Communication and Marketing Strategy

3. Education Specialist a. Support for the delivery of the MFNL Education and Professional Development

Strategy

Budget: Program Administration

Item/Category Description Direct Cash Administration and management services $75,000

Office rental and overhead $50,000 Communications Coordinator $30,000

Education Specialist $30,000 Total $185,000

Contributor Summary Cash In‐Kind Total

FCP – CFS Contribution Agreement $85,000 $0 $85,000 Services Canada $50,000 $0 $50,000 General Revenue $50,000 $0 $50,000

Planned Outputs:

• Annual Report; • Contractual agreements; • Performance Reviews

List of Other Project Partners:

• Services Canada • Partner Administration Fees

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Capacity Building Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.1.1 Capacity Building Multi‐year 2007 Sean Dolter

Project Title:

‘Capacity Building’ Facilitation and Management

Description: Guide the implementation of activities related to the objective for Capacity Building:

a. General Manager/Manager of Administration b. Support services staff c. Working Group Chairs

Budget: ‘Capacity Building’ Facilitation and Management

Item/Category Description Direct Cash General Manager/Manager of Administration $30,000

Working Group Chairs $8,000

Total $38,000 Contributor Summary Cash In‐Kind Total

FCP – CFS Contribution Agreement $38,000 $0 $38,000

Model Forest Partners – Working Groups $0 $8,500 $8,500 $46,500 Planned Outputs:

• Annual Report; • Proceedings from Workshops, Seminars and meetings; • Contractual agreements; • Schedule ‘A’ work tasks as per contract. • Performance Reviews


• Humber Economic Development Board; Red Ochre Regional Economic Development Board; Nordic Economic Development Corporation

• Working Group Chairs: Jim Taylor, DNR; Bill Alexander, NLFTA; Dan Murphy; Reg Parsons, NRCan.

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Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.1.2 Capacity Building Multi‐year 2007 Charlene Connors

Project Title:

MF‐NL Marketing and Communications Strategy Implementation

Description: 1. Refinement of the MF Communications Strategy:

a. The Model Forest Marketing and Communications Strategy will be harmonized with sector Communication Plans;

b. We will review of our Strategic Plan’s Communications Outputs and determine gaps with present strategy.

2. 3 Yearly Newsletters in digital and hardcopy medium; 3. E‐Updates: Monthly updates via email to partnership; 4. Participation in Network level communication initiatives:

a. Maintain presence on national communication networks (s); b. Travel to communication conferences; c. Participate in projects that benefit the Network and our local Communication needs.

5. Tradeshow materials: NTFP display and merchandise: a. Development of a display on the values from our forests. This display will illustrate

the products and services that entrepreneurs’ manufacture or provide to the public or an industry. This will be a hands‐on display;

b. Merchandise for public distribution will be purchase by the Model Forest; 6. Website maintenance and updating: integration of networking services such as Facebook, My

Space, etc: a. Our website is information based and we desire a more interactive presence on the

internet. Chat based forums will be used to display information that may be used for forum discussion. We will investigate the current trends in this medium and design a prototype for testing and eventual implementation;

7. Implement a video conferencing links in all Model Forest partner offices associated with LCN management:

a. All project staff will have access to the latest and most affordable video‐conferencing hardware and software.

8. East meets West: Lumberjack Competition and Forest Sector booth: a. Model Forest will work with its forest sector partners in designing, constructing and

hosting an event and information kiosk at our annual municipal festival. A booth/tent will be illustrating our forests contribution to our economy and social/recreational pursuits. As a feature and draw for the public, the Newfoundland and Labrador provincial Lumberjack and Jill competition will be hosted on our main retail street in Corner Brook.

9. Parks Canada: Addressing Ecosystem Changes – Communications Strategy 10. Connecting in Rural Newfoundland through Radio – Community Radio with Forest Talks and

Opportunities: a. As a communications medium in rural communities, the LCN offices will be equipped

with technology to enable the ‘airing’ of seminar and workshop discussions throughout the communities. This will be in the form of Community Radio;

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11. National Forest Week Activities: a. Model Forest will coordinate a week‐long event with its forest sector partners to

celebrate the forests contribution to our culture and heritage. 12. Non‐timer Products and the Virtual Store:

a. Maintaining the Non‐timber Forest Products Directory with MUN’s Botanical Gardens; b. Searching for this province’s “Spark Plugs” in the area of NTFPs; c. An internet website celebrating and promoting ‘Made in NL” NTFPs.

Budget: MF‐NL Marketing and Communications Strategy Implementation

Item/Category Description Direct Cash Newsletters $2,100

Network Activities $3,500 Tradeshow/merchandise $7,000

Video‐conferencing $1,500 East‐Meets‐West $14,000

Parks Canada: Communications $1,500 Community Radio $3,000

National Forest Week $3,500 NTFP and Virtual Store $10,000


FCP – CFS Contribution Agreement $26,000 $0 $26,000 Model Forest Partners and Advertisers/Sponsors $20,100 $20,200 $40,300

$66,300 Planned Outputs:

• Marketing and Communications Strategy 2009 – 2012 (Refined) • Newsletters • Project Reports • Website Modifications and add‐ons • Equipment inventory • Display booths


• Humber Economic Development Board; Red Ochre Regional Economic Development Board; Nordic Economic Development Corporation

• Corner Brook Pulp and Paper; • Provincial Agencies: Department of Natural Resources; • Federal Agencies: Natural Resources Canada, Gros Morne & Terra Nova National

Parks; • Industry Associations: Hospitality NL, NL Forest Training Association, Canadian

Institute of Forestry.

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Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.1.3 Capacity Building Multi‐year 2007 LCN Advisory

Committee

Project Title:

Local Community Networks (LCNs)

Description: Build and maintain the capacity for forest‐dependent communities to contribute in developing alternative uses of our forest‐based natural resources. We will focus on three core LCN regions:

• Joint Initiatives: Biophysical inventory, asset mapping and consultation:

• Digitize resource inventories into a GIS database; • Train Coordinators in the use of a PC based ArcGIS system for

mapping; • Communicate the database to other sector representatives and

community members. Social and business profiles

• Labour market analysis for the LCN regions; • Infrastructure needs assessment.

• Great Northern Peninsula Forest Network:

o LCN office established in Roddickton with Coordinator, Chantal Weir; Manage our Roddickton Office; Investigate business opportunities presently being considered by local

entrepreneurs and industry Associations; Assist in the development of Business Plans; Begin implementing not less than one business strategy; Consult communities on the initiative and the SWOT associated with a

community‐based model; Consult all resource agencies with a stake in the region and natural resources; Investigate the impact of FSC certification on community based management

and input into forest management planning.

• White Bay South Forest Network: o LCN office established in Pollard’s Point with Coordinator, Scott Carroll;

Manage our Pollard’s Point Office; Coordinate a joint effort amongst communities and forest industries; Develop a Business Plan; Begin implementing not less than one business strategy; Incorporate a NGO structure to manage the initiative; Consult communities on the initiative and the SWOT associated with a

community‐based model; Consult all resource agencies with a stake in the region and natural resources; Investigate the impact of FSC certification on community based management

and input into forest management planning.

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• Humber Valley Forest Cooperative: o A Not‐for‐Profit Cooperative managed through the Model Forest office and the

Humber Economic Development Board Focus on Watershed management; Viewshed Management; Pilot project proposals (May investigate other opportunities):

• Christmas Tree Farming; • Small scale harvesting in visually sensitive areas

Land use management.

Budget: Local Community Networks (LCNs)

Item/Category Description Direct Cash Biophysical Inventories $9,000

Social and business profiles $2,500 Great Northern Peninsula Forest Network $45,000

White Bay South Forest Network $45,000 Humber Valley Forest Cooperative $32,500


FCP – CFS Contribution Agreement $18,500 $0 $18,500 Revenue from Humber Valley Forest Cooperative $15,000 $0 $15,000

Corner Brook Pulp and Paper $5,000 $8,250 $13,250 Department of Natural Resources $0 $8,250 $8,250

Humber Economic Development Board $47,750 $56,750 $104,500 Red Ochre Regional Board $23,875 $28,750 $52,625

Nordic Economic Development Corporation $23,875 $28,000 $51,875 $264,000 Planned Outputs:

• Proposals;

• Project Reports;

• Agreements: MOU;

• Progress and Strategic Plans;

• Audited Reports;

• Presentations. List of Other Project Partners:

• Services Canada • Rural Secretariat (Federal) • Rural Secretariat (Provincial) • College of the North Atlantic • Corner Brook Pulp and Paper • Burton’s Cove Logging and

Lumber

• Department of Natural Resources

• Department of Innovation, Trade and Rural Development;

• Atlantic Canada Opportunity Agency (ACOA).

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Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.1.4 Capacity Building Multi‐year 2007 Sean Dolter

Project Title:

Canadian Model Forest Network (CMFN)

Description: Support and maintain a strong national and regional network of Model Forest sites:

a. Maintain membership status in the CMFN b. Explore a closer relationship on initiatives with the Atlantic FCP sites:

a. Collaboration on marketing and joint workshops/seminars; b. Establish the Atlantic Model Forest Network (AMFN).

Budget: Canadian Model Forest Network (CMFN)

Item/Category Description Direct Cash CMFN Dues (Not paid from FCP‐CFS CA Resources) $5,000

Collaborative Marketing Approach $5,000 Total $10,000


FCP – CFS Contribution Agreement $5,000 $0 $5,000 General Revenue $5,000 $4,000 $9,000


• Proceedings from Workshops and Seminars; • Contractual agreements on Marketing; • Performance Reviews


• Fundy Model Forest • Nova Forest Alliance • PEI Forest Network Partnership • Atlantic Canada Opportunity Agency (ACOA) • Glenda Tulk, Marketing Consultant

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Knowledge Generation/Gathering Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.2.1 Knowledge Generation Multi‐year 2007 Sean Dolter

Project Title:

Knowledge Gathering’ Facilitation and Management

Description: Guide the implementation of activities related to the objective for Knowledge Gathering

a. Provide an advisory capacity for the LCN Advisory Committee on the collection of data or literature for the purpose of LCN Strategic Plan development;

b. Representing the Model Forest program in all events related to generating knowledge for the forest sector diversification.

Budget: Knowledge Gathering’ Facilitation and Management


Support Services $2,000 Total $10,000


FCP – CFS Contribution Agreement $10,000 $0 $10,000 $10,000 Planned Outputs:

• Annual Report;

• Contractual agreements;

• Evaluation and Performance Management Framework.


• Model Forest Partners • LCN Advisory Committee

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Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.2.2 Knowledge Generation Yes 2009 Sean Dolter

Project Title:

Model Forest/Forest Sector Workshops and Seminars

Description: Community‐based organizations, institutions, agencies and other sectors involved in forest resource management are able to augment local professional development opportunities with Model Forest hosted events. The Model Forest will increase participation and impact in forest sector activities while eliminating the costs of travel and lodging associated with learning and networking. Our forest sector partners both nationally and provincially can strengthen collaborative initiatives as well as inter‐institutional strategies. The following initiatives will be implemented as part of the 2009‐2010 workplan:

a. Understanding Bio‐energy for Newfoundland and Labrador Communities: a. Literature review of energy use in Newfoundland and Labrador:

Domestic and Commercial b. Research into new alternative for heating and energy: c. Traditional firewood; d. Wood pellets:

i. Residual wood ii. Round/White wood

e. Briquettes f. Hog Fuel; g. Ethanol from pulp. h. Workshop or seminar session with LCNs.

b. Workshop: The Science Behind Innovation in the Forest Sector: a. Research on wood fibre and its link to new products and markets –

Paprican and FPInnovations; b. Non‐timber Forest Products: Emerging Trends

c. Trends and Opportunities Conference: Fall 2009 a. Attend the Canadian Forest Communities Conference 2009: Trends

and Opportunities; b. Collect information related to bio‐energy, eco‐tourism, new business

models and markets, NTFPs, innovative forest tenures, ecological goods and services, economic infrastructure and community engagement and adaption.

d. Sector Engagement & Networking ‐ Speaking opportunities and representing the Model Forest provincially, nationally and internationally:

a. Travel expenses for outgoing or incoming participants in events that with benefit the Model Forest and its partners;

b. Interpretation & translation expenses involved in fully engaging in multi‐ linguistic initiatives.

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Budget: Model Forest/Forest Sector Workshops and Seminars

Item/Category Description Direct Cash Understanding Bio‐energy for Newfoundland and Labrador Communities $8,500

Workshop: The Science Behind Innovation in the Forest Sector $10,000 Trends and Opportunities Conference: November 2009 $12,000

Sector Engagement & Networking $11,000 Total $41,500


FCP – CFS Contribution Agreement $25,000 $0 $25,000 Department of Natural Resources (Not confirmed) $4,500 $3,500 $8,000

Department of Innovation, Trade and Rural Development $5,000 $0 $5,000 FPInnovations $0 $3,500 $3,500

HEDB $2,000 $1,200 $3,200 Nordic $1,000 $1,200 $2,200

Red Ochre $1,000 $1,200 $2,200 Model Forest Partners (NC) $3,000 $2,200 $5,200


• Proceeding s

• Project Report

• Trip Reports • Presentation to Management Group


• Model Forest Partners • Forest sector representatives as participants • LCN Advisory Committee • Non‐Forest Sector Agencies

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Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.2.3 Knowledge Generation Yes 2009 Sean Dolter

Project Title:

Domestic Harvesting: Best Management Practices Brochure

Description: Developing a manual/brochure that illustrates the best management procedures to ensure ecosystem protection, full utilization of timber, health and safety precautions and minimizing the impact on other forest users and values:

a. Review work completed to date; b. Meet with the provincial coordinating body for domestic harvesting or DNR’s

representative; c. Complete the manual/brochure and disseminate to provincial DNR offices,

chain saw and snowmobile dealers, and municipal councils.

Budget: Domestic Harvesting: Best Management Practices Brochure

Item/Category Description Direct Cash Printing and distribution $2,500


FCP – CFS Contribution Agreement $1,500 $0 $1,500 Department of Natural Resources (NC) $1,000 $3,500 $4,500


• BMP: Domestic Harvesting in Newfoundland and Labrador Manual/Brochure


• Distribution outlets: o DNR District Offices – with permits o Recreational vehicle retailers o Chainsaw supply dealers – one with every chainsaw sold o Corner Brook Pulp and Paper – with permits o Municipal offices – with permits o Provincial Lumberjack Competition (East‐North‐ West Festival)

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Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.2.4 Knowledge Generation Multi‐year 2007 Sean Dolter

Project Title:

Corner Brook Watershed Management Planning Framework and Provincial Watershed Template

Description: Public consultation on the Corner Brook Watershed Management Planning process and the Plan;

a. Deliver the Watershed Plan with Corner Brook City Council and circulate; b. Update the current watershed planning template from the lessons ; c. Promote the Water Resources Web‐Portal as a tool for watershed

management.

Budget: Corner Brook Watershed Management Planning Framework and Provincial Watershed Template

Item/Category Description Direct Cash Public Consultation Process for the City of Corner Brook $24,000


FCP – CFS Contribution Agreement $0 $0 $0 City of Corner Brook $24,000 $3,000 $27,000

Corner Brook Watershed Planning Committee $0 $6,500 $6,500 $33,500 Planned Outputs:

• Consultation Strategy and Public Proceedings

• Final Report

• Refined: Provincial Watershed Management Planning Template for Municipalities

• Distribution List for the Web‐Portal Brochure


• Anderson and Yates Forestry Consultants • Department of Environment and Conservation, Water Resources Division • Federation of Municipalities • Town of Steady Brook

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Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.2.5 Knowledge Gathering Multi‐year 2009 Sean Dolter

Project Title:

Ecological Goods and Services Research Project

Description: Investigate NL policies to maintain EG&S;

a. Investigate the linkages with climate change, water quality and quantity and loss of biodiversity;

b. Develop a proposal to harmonize NL’s approach to EG & S with the CMFN approach; c. Maintain representation on the national Strategic Initiative (SI).

Budget: Ecological Goods and Services Research Project

Item/Category Description Direct Cash Travel to SI Workshops $2,500


FCP – CFS Contribution Agreement $1,000 $0 $1,000 Department of Natural Resources $1,500 $3,000 $4,500 Parks and Natural Areas Division $0 $2,000 $2,000


• EG&S Documents produced by the CMFN Strategic Initiative;

• Trip Report;

• Proposal for a NL Ecological Goods and Services approach.


• Wilderness and Ecological Reserves Advisory Council • Memorial University, Sir Wilfred Grenfell College Campus

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Opportunities Creation Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.3.1 Opportunities Creation Multi‐year 2007 Sean Dolter

Project Title:

‘Opportunities’ Facilitation and Management

Description: Guide the implementation of activities related to the objective for Opportunities Creation.

a. Liaison with the Working Group and LCN Advisory Committee in exploring new opportunities for entrepreneurial engagement;

b. Prepare proposals to leverage MF and partner resources.

Budget: ‘Opportunities’ Facilitation and Management




• Annual Report

• Contractual Agreements

• Proposals

• Evaluation and Performance Management Framework

List of Other Project Partners: • Model Forest partners

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Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.3.2 Opportunities Creation Yes 2009 Sean Dolter

Project Title:

Small Scale Harvesting in Sensitive Areas and its Contribution to Rural Development

Description: The Model Forest is interested in investigating the possibility of salvaging timber infested by the spruce bark beetle in the Humber Valley region. One of the major oppositions to small scale harvesting techniques is the cost associated with harvesting on sloped areas in sensitive viewsheds. Costs associated with harvesting are often compared with large scale operations. A European type approach may see another technique more effective around municipalities and sensitive viewsheds. Another consideration is the spread of this insect to forests adjacent to sawmills. If successful, this project should give us a cost‐benefit analysis of this approach from its design to the final sale of the timber to market:

1. Review the current trends for small‐scale forestry and wood harvesting technology 2. Design a project for harvesting under strict viewshed protection guidelines ‐ European model; 3. Designate a trial area within the Humber Valley and acquire approval; 4. Acquire financing to contract harvesters and equipment; 5. Implement, monitor and evaluate the project.

Budget: Small Scale Harvesting in Sensitive Area

Item/Category Description Direct Cash Proposal development, tendering and coordination $8,000

Contractor fees $32,000 Total $40,000


FCP – CFS Contribution Agreement $8,000 $0 $8,000 Model Forest Partners (NC) $32,000 $3,500 $35,500


• Project Report: An Economic Assessment of Small Scale Harvesting in Sensitive Areas

• Powerpoint presentation and fact sheet on initiative

• Terms of Reference, Contracts and Tender documents


• Department of Natural Resources, Forest Engineering and Industry Services • FERIC • Newfoundland and Labrador Forest Training Association • Corner Brook Pulp and Paper

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Project Title:

Commercial Woodlot for Domestic Fuel Consumption: Demonstration Project

Description: The Great Northern Peninsula Forest Network and the Model Forest will develop and business case for the establishment of domestic fuel wood yards in key locations in western Newfoundland. This project will be completed in full partnership with an interested investor/entrepreneur and will demonstrate the use of timber resources to offset fossil fuel costs in the areas designated for a retail outlet. Costs associated with subsistent collection of fuel wood are escalating and owners of wood stoves are finding it difficult to depend on a consistent supply of seasoned wood. A commercial operation, designed to market the convenience of palletized and delivered wood, will be the focus of our investment in this initiative.

1. Link project with an entrepreneur; 2. Develop a business plan for three regional woodlots for the sale of firewood; 3. Meet with potential retailers that could host a woodlot satellite yard; 4. Implement project, 5. monitor and evaluate.

Budget: Commercial Woodlot for Domestic Fuel Consumption: Demonstration Project

Item/Category Description Direct Cash Project and business plan development; coordination $1,500

Capital expenditures (Fencing, palletizer & Wrap, and other retail features) $16,000 Total



Third party funding (NC) $8,500 $0 $8,500 $19,500 Planned Outputs:

• Business Plan

• Project Report

List of Other Project Partners: • Nortip

• Great Northern Peninsula Forest Network

• Other government agencies deemed applicable.

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Project Title:

Forest‐Community Knowledge Mission

Description: The Model Forest will coordinate a proposed mission to select European venues to examine significant advances in sustainable forest management. Areas of interest will be bio‐energy, forest education, and community engagement. The following process will be followed:

1. Contract a coordinator to investigate the possibility of bringing a select group of professionals to Europe to seek knowledge in the areas of:

a. Bio‐fuel Cluster development: Creating demand to support supply initiatives; b. Community engagement in forest management; c. Educational links to sustain and enhance the image of forests with youth and

communities. 2. Contact potential funding sources to support such an initiative and submit proposals; 3. Recruit professionals in accordance to the goals and objectives of the mission; 4. Contact embassies and forest sector associations to draft an itinerary for the trip;

Host the mission during the winter of 09‐10.

Budget: Forest‐Community Knowledge Mission

Item/Category Description Direct Cash Project Coordination, proposal generation, logistical management $5,000

Travel, accommodation $75,000 Total


FCP – CFS Contribution Agreement $5,000 $0 $5,000 Mission participants and funding agencies (NC) $75,000 $20,500 $95,500


• Project Report

• Contract

• Proposals

• Trip Reports

• Proceedings of all meetings

• Presentations List of Other Project Partners:

• Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

• Department of Innovation, Trade and Rural Development

• ACOA

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National and International Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.4.1 International Multi‐year 2007 Sean Dolter

Project Title:

‘International’ Facilitation and Management

Description: Guide the implementation of activities related to the objective for National and International Initiatives. Model Forests have a responsibility to share their knowledge and experience throughout our national and international community. MFNL will be engaged in a number of activities where the General Manager’s time will be required.

Budget: ‘International’ Facilitation and Management

Item/Category Description Direct Cash Facilitation and management – General Manager, Manager of Admin $5,000


FCP – CFS Contribution Agreement $5,000 $0 $5,000 Model Forest Partners (NC) $0 $5,000 $5,000


• Annual Report


List of Other Project Partners: • International Model Forest Network • Other Regional Model Forest Networks • CIDA • CUSO‐VSU • IDRC

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Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.4.2 International Multi‐year 2007 Sean Dolter &

Reg Parsons

Project Title:

International Partners

Description: MFNL, through its newly established working group on national and international initiatives will be engaged in the following activities:

1. Assess joint partnership opportunities with one or more national and international FCP/Model Forests and/or similar organizations on a common initiative: Criteria and Indicators, watersheds, education, community capacity building, etc;

2. World Forest Congress & Side Event 2009: a. Assist with the development of a Latin American Guide to Criteria and Indicators; b. Involvement in the planning for a 2010 Latin‐American conference on LLI.

3. Assess the willingness of SWGC and CNA to participate in initiatives with the IMFN: a. Develop a Marketing Strategy for NL Institutions for IMFNs; b. Communications material on program offerings and ESL side‐events: Focus on Belize,

Chile and Argentina.

Budget: International Partners

Item/Category Description Direct Cash Project coordination and expenses $2,500

WFC Side Event $20,000 Promotional Material $1,000

WG Chair travel $1,500 Total $25,000



NRCan ‐ CFS $20,000 $0 $20,000 $40,500 Planned Outputs:

• Side Event Report , Poster & Paper

• Latin American Criteria and Indicators Workbook

• Integration into the SWGC Strategic Strategy


• Argentina Model Forest Network • Ibero‐American Regional MF Network

• SirWilfred Grenfell College • College of the North Atlantic

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Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.4.3 International Yes 2009 Reg Parsons

Project Title:

Community Approaches to Forest Management across Canada and the International Model Forest

Description: The risks associated with embracing a new model for community participation in decisions related to forest management can be high. MFNL will look at a variety of models both nationally and internationally that could be used as pilots for Newfoundland and Labrador. Each model should target a level of community engagement based on the capacity of the audience:

1. Investigate different models for community engagement and review their success; 2. Meet with DNR and other resource agencies to determine their level of agreement with the

various models; 3. Design a model that may be appropriate for Newfoundland and Labrador conditions and

legislation; 4. Investigate the idea of Community Certification for their local forest management decisions

and practices.

Budget: Community Approaches to Forest Management across Canada and the International Model Forest

Item/Category Description Direct Cash Contractual Services of a Coordinator $5,000

Total


FCP – CFS Contribution Agreement $3,500 $0 $3,500 Services Canada $1,500 $0 $1,500

Model Forest Partners (NC) $0 $2,500 $2,500 $7,500 Planned Outputs:

• Project Reports

List of Other Project Partners: • International Model Forest Network • BC Community Forest Association • Irish Community Network

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Legacy Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.5.1 Legacy No 2007 Sean Dolter

Project Title:

Partner‐based Project Facilitation and Management

Description: Guide the implementation of activities related to the Legacy objective. Project administration and management are key to the level of involvement, by partners, in the Model Forest.

Budget: Partner‐based Project Facilitation and Management




• Annual Report


• Evaluation and Performance Management Framework


• Model Forest partners

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Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.5.2 Legacy No 2007 Bonny Moroni

Project Title:

Education Strategy Implementation

Description: The MFNL has hired an Education Specialist for the project management of its Education Strategy. The following activities are a part of the Specialist tasks for the 2009‐2010 fiscal year:

1. 2009 Envirothon Event and 2010 Planning; 2. Launching of the Future From Forests, Phase 1 & development of the Forest Careers section; 3. Participation in Network level education initiatives 4. Junior Achievement Company Program, White Bay South; 5. Forest in a Backpack Refinement and In‐servicing 6. Forest Interpretative Guide for Schools

a. Ecological Walking Tours in Corner Brook b. Investigating other School‐based Forest Outdoor Education Opportunities.

7. Case Study: Linking Forests to Students (Sweden’s Experience); 8. EcoFeat Challenge for NL High Schools 9. Investigate reinstituting the Junior Forest Ranger Program for First Nations in NL; 10. Forest Institute Training for Teachers of Environmental Science; 11. Green Team Sponsorship: Heritage Research into Forest Culture and Site Restoration – White

Bay South 12. On‐line course feasibility – Bridging educational gaps between academia and future

entrepreneur in rural areas. 13. Canadian Woodlands Forum: Teacher’s In‐servicing

Budget: Partner‐based Project Facilitation and Management

Item/Category Description Direct Cash Envirothon

Futures From Forests, Phase 1 Futures From Forests, Phase 2

Network Initiatives Junior Achievement Forest in a Backpack

Forest Interpretive Guide Case Study (Sweden)

Ecofeat Jr. Forest Rangers

Forest Institute Training Green Team

On‐line Course feasibility Canadian Woodlands Forum

$35,000 $12,000 $62,000 $2,300 $2,000 $2,500 $5,000 $7,000 $43,750 $0 $12,000 $6,000 $0 $3,000

Total $ 192,550

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Contributor Summary Cash In‐Kind Total FCP – CFS Contribution Agreement

Model Forest Partners & other agencies (NC)$42,500 $150,050

$0 $61,230

$42,500 $211,280


• Project Reports

• Contracts

• DVD of Futures From Forests Program

• Proceedings

• Photo Library

List of Other Project Partners: • Department of Education • Multi‐Material Stewardship Board • Gros Morne National Park • College of the North Atlantic • Stantec • CBCL (Engineering) • NL Conservation Corp • Environment Canada • Canon Envirothon • Nalcor • Department of Fisheries and Oceans • Johnson’s Geo‐Centre • North Altantic Petroleum

• Vale Inco • Wildlife Habitat Canada • Newfoundland Power • Fortis Properties • Memorial University • NEIA (Environmental Industry

Association) • Harvey’s Oil • INTRD • CBPPL • ACCC • Junior Achievement of Newfoundland

and Labrador

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Project # Theme New Project Year Initiated Project Leader 3.5.3 Legacy No 2007 Partner

Project Title:

Partner‐driven Initiatives

Description: Continue administrative and organizational capacity for the following initiatives:

1. Wildlife Division: a. Stewardship and Education Coordinator b. Northern Strategic Plan – Climate Change c. Coordinator of Information d. Red Indian Lake Telemetry e. General Status of Species

2. Department of Natural Resources a. Futures from Forest b. Forest Fair 2009 c. Provincial Communications Strategy d. Master Logger’s Certification Program e. National Forest Week

3. Plus additional Projects throughout the year.

Budget: Partner‐driven Initiatives

Item/Category Description Direct Cash

Total Contributor Summary Cash In‐Kind Total

FCP – CFS Contribution Agreement $0 $0 $0 Model Forest Partners $560,000 $0 $560,000


• Project Report

• Contracts

List of Other Project Partners: • N/A

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Finances Work Plan Budget Summary

Expenses NRCan‐CFS Partner/OtherFCP Funds* Cash In‐kind Total

0. 0 Administration 1.0.1 Program Administration $85,000 $100,000 $0 $185,000Subtotal 0.0 Administration $85,000 $100,000 $0 $185,000 Thematic/Program Areas 1.0 Capacity Building 3.1.1 Capacity Building Facilitation and Management

$38,000 $0 $8,500 $46,500

3.1.2 MF‐NL Marketing and Communications Strategy Implementation

$26,000 $20,100 $20,200 $66,300

3.1.3 Local Community Networks (LCNs)

$18,500 $115,500 $130,000 $264,000

3.1.4 Canadian Model Forest Network (CMFN)

$5,000 $5,000 $4,000 $14,000

Subtotal 1.0 $87,500 $140,600 $162,700 $390,800 2.0 Developing Approaches and Sharing Knowledge3.2.1 Knowledge Gathering’ Facilitation and Management

$10,000 $0 $0 $10,000

3.2.2 Model Forest/Forest Sector Workshops and Seminars

$25,000 $16,500 $12,800 $54,300

3.2.3 Domestic Harvesting: Best Management Practices Brochure

$1,500 $1,000 $3,500 $6,000

3.2.4 Corner Brook Watershed Management Planning Framework and Provincial Watershed Template

$0 $24,000 $9,500 $33,500

3.2.5 Ecological Goods and Services Research Project

$1,000 $1,500 $5,000 $7,500

Subtotal 2.0 $37,500 $43,000 $30,800 $111,300 3.0 New or Enhanced Forest Based Opportunities

3.3.1 ‘Opportunities’ Facilitation and Management

$6,000 $0 $0 $6,000

3.3.2 Small Scale Harvesting in Sensitive Areas and its Contribution to Rural Development

$8,000 $32,000 $3,500 $43,500

3.3.3 Commercial Woodlot for Domestic Fuel Consumption: Demonstration Project

$1,500 $16,000 $2,000 $19,500

3.3.4 Forest‐Community Knowledge Mission

$5,000 $75,000 $20,500 $100,500

Subtotal 3.0 $20,500 $123,000 $26,000 $169,500

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Expenses NRCan‐CFS Partner/OtherFCP Funds* Cash In‐kind Total

4.0 National & International Outreach 3.4.1 ‘International’ Facilitation and Management

$5,000 $0 $5,000 $10,000

3.4.2 International Partners $2,500 $22,500 $15,500 $40,5003.4.3 Community Approaches to Forest Management across Canada and the International Model Forest

$3,500 $1,500 $2,500 $7,500

Subtotal 4.0 $11,000 $24,000 $23,000 $58,000 5.0 Bringing Forth the MF Legacy 3.5.1 Partner‐based Project Facilitation and Management

$41,000 $0 $0 $41,000

3.5.2 Education Strategy Implementation

$42,500 $150,050 $61,230 $253,780

3.5.3 Partner‐driven Initiatives $0 $560,000 $0 $560,000Subtotal 5.0 $83,500 710,050 $61,230 $854,780

Workplan Totals $325,000 $1,140,650 $303,730 $1,769,380

Cash Flow Forecast 1st Quarter 2nd Quarter 3rd Quarter 4th Quarter Total 04 ‐ 06 07 ‐ 09 10‐12 01‐03 Administration 21,250 21,250 21,250 21,250 $ 85,000

1.0 Theme 21,875 21,875 21,875 21,875 $ 87,500 2.0 Theme 9,375 9,375 9,375 9,375 $ 37,500 3.0 Theme 5,125 5,125 5,125 5,125 $ 20,500 4.0 Theme 2,750 2,750 2,750 2,750 $ 11,000 5.0 Theme 20,875 20,875 20,875 20,875 $ 83,500

Total 81,250 81,250 81,250 81,250 $ 325,000

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MF‐NL Partners and Supporters: Nature of Partnerships & Future Impacts Table 1: Partnerships and Future Impacts

MF‐NL Stakeholder/Partner Nature of Partnership & Program Impacts Department of Natural Resources (DNR): Forestry Services Branch • Representatives: Keith Deering, ADM

and Ivan Downton, Director

Founding partner on the Board and Management Group. Integrally involved in forest management planning, research and communications. • Delivery on commitments under innovative methods in planning,

certification and forest management. The department is leading the way with a sector revitalization strategy.

Department of Municipal Affairs (DoMA): Engineering and Land Use Planning Division, Land Use Planning Section • Representative: TBA, Vacant

A new division under the DoMA, the section is instrumental in implementing a pilot Land Use Management Strategy for the Humber Valley – and core LCN site; • In‐depth and comprehensive approach to Land‐use Planning for the

Humber Valley over the next four years. The MFC‐NL will assist, if invited, in that process.

Department of Environment and Conservation: Land Management Division • Reg Garland, Director & Darren

Moores, Land Management Specialist

MFC‐NL partner on the Management Group and interested in land use management issues involving traditional forest management and non‐timber values. • Integration of cabin and non‐timber development into strategic plans.

Department of Environment and Conservation: Water Resources Management Division • Representative: Dr. Haseen Khan,

Manager

Project partner. Several cooperative programs are being brought forth for collaboration including projects in watershed management, water quality data acquisition and decision support, and development and use of the online data mapping services by communities. • Delivery of a water resources DSS portal.

Department of Environment and Conservation: Parks and Natural Areas Division • Representative: Calvin Yates, Acting

Director, and Sian French, Natural Areas Manager

Management Group Partner. The MFC‐NL will maintain its continued support of a coalition to assist with the NASP and will assist in the public outreach effort within rural communities. • Acceptance and better understanding of the Natural Areas System

Plan (NASP) and Main River Waterway Park in the LCNs.

Department of Environment and Conservation: Wildlife Division • Representatives: Jonathan Sharpe,

Senior Biologist

Board of Directors and Management Group Partner. • Further knowledge and technical resources in wildlife research,

decision support system HSM development, and community‐based monitoring.

Department of Innovation, Trade and Rural Development • Representative: Keith Payne,

Economic Development Office

A strategic partner working in cooperation with the MFC‐NL specifically on resource mobilization. • Knowledge of innovative mechanism for diversification of rural

economies. Department of Innovation, Trade and Rural Development, Rural Secretariat • Representative: Greg Wood,

Regional Partnership Planner

Strategic partner that will assist MFC‐NL with linking economic, social, cultural and environmental issues to advance sustainable development. • Enhanced collaboration among government departments and with

community partners with the LCN areas. Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Limited • Pat Tompkins, Woodlands Manager,

and Stephen Balsam, Superintendent

Board of Directors and Management Group Partner. • Employed alternative solutions to include rural communities in forest

management activities. The idea of community cooperatives is something CBPPL would like to explore in regions that are no longer

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MF‐NL Stakeholder/Partner Nature of Partnership & Program Impacts affordable to harvest.Hospitality Newfoundland and Labrador • Representative: Carol‐Ann Gilliard,

Executive Director

• A strategic partner in the area of tourism related planning and DSS development.

• Produced DSS tools for addressing land‐use challenges. Great Humber Joint Council (GHJC) • Representative: Malcolm Turner,

Pasadena Councilor and member of the GHJC

• A strategic Partner and member of the Management Group. • An association of 16 communities in the greater Corner Brook to

White Bay region, the GHJC will have experience with community‐based model for sustainable communities. Viewshed and watershed issues will be their primary focus in the MFC‐NL program.

City of Corner Brook • Representatives: Paul Barnable,

Director of Community Services, and Colleen Humphries, City Planner

Founding member of the Board of Directors and Management Group• Community accepted watershed management planning process and

an urban forest strategy.

Canadian Institute of Forestry (CIF), Newfoundland and Labrador Section • Representative: Eric Young, CIF

President, and Dr. Muhammad Nazir

Management Group Partner.• Strategies to enhance the forest sector’s ability to maintain a skilled

workforce and raise awareness about SFM, professional education and communications.

Humber Natural History Society • Representative: Lois Bateman

Management Group Partner.• This local ENGO has been a driving force behind western

Newfoundland’s community‐based monitoring activities for birds and mushrooms. The MFC‐NL is interested in maintaining its relationship and enhancing this organization’s ability to gain a strong footing with other species monitoring initiatives.

Humber Arm Environmental Association (ACAP) • Representative: Sheldon Peddle,

Executive Director

Management Group Partner.• ACAP Humber Arm is interested in areas such as watershed

management, socio‐economic assessment, community capacity building, and stewardship building approaches.

Humber Economic Development Board Inc. (HEDB) • Representative: Perry Bingle,

Executive Director

Management Group Partner.• Implementation of aspects of their strategy plan that sets out a

progressive framework for rural development. The HEDB is important alliance in the MFC‐NL approach to rural development.

RED Ochre Board Inc. • Representative Sean St. George,

Executive Director

A LCN strategic partner on the Northern Peninsula. • Economic opportunities for their rural communities. This organization

is a full partner with the MFNL for future opportunities in the Great Northern Peninsula area.

Nordic Economic Development Corporation • Linda Randell, Executive Director

Also a LCN strategic partner on the Northern Peninsula. • Economic opportunities for their rural communities. This organization

is a full partner with the MFNL for future opportunities in the Great Northern Peninsula area.

Newfoundland and Labrador Forestry Training Association • Representative: Bill Alexander,

Executive Director

A strategic alliance and future partner.• Delivery non‐timber development strategies in key areas of NL. The

leading provincial agency for the development and promotion of the non‐timber forest product sector, the NLFTA will be vital in assisting with initiatives to diversify community based forest opportunities.

Protected Areas Association of Newfoundland and Labrador • Representative: Vacant

Management Group Partner.• Implemented NASP communication strategies in rural communities.

The PAA contributes to provincial efforts that support protected areas and their promotion.

White Bay South Development Association

A partner with the White Bay South LCN initiative. • Implemented economic opportunities for their rural communities.

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MF‐NL Stakeholder/Partner Nature of Partnership & Program Impacts • Representative: Eli Bishop, Chairman WBSDA produced a report on the development opportunities for the

White Bay South area. They were particularly interested in forestry, tourism, craft development, and Agrifoods. MFC‐NL is interested in collaborating on several initiatives as part of our forest network approach.

College of the North Atlantic • Representative: Brent Howell, Dean

and Glenn Payne, GRF Executive Director

Board of Directors and Management Group Partner. • Delivery of a multitude of diverse and innovative DSS approaches to

rural issues and possible international liaisons. The MFC‐NL will maintain a strong working relationship with the Geospatial Research Facility (GRF) and also looks forward to designing internship agreements for students working with communities.

Sir Wilfred Grenfell College • Representative: Dr. Holly Pike, Acting

Principal and Dr. Nick Novakowski

Board of Directors and Management Group Partner. • Socio‐economic research delivered with post graduate and graduate

level students. SWGC is a facility partner and a future research partner in collaboration with the Centre of Environmental Excellence. There is great potential in this region for various collaborative approaches to ecological economics and forest‐based indicator research.

Western School District • Representative: Margaret McKeon,

Outdoor Education Coordinator

Management Group Partner.• Programs delivered in Outdoor Education. The MFC‐NL will maintain a

close working relationship on issues affecting the awareness of forest values for both educators and student.

MFC‐NL Supporter (Federal) Nature of Support & Program Impacts Natural Resources Canada: Canadian Forest Service (NRCan‐CFS) • Representatives: Dr. John Richards,

Director General Atlantic Region and Dr. Michael van Zyll de Jong, Science Director, Corner Brook

Federal funding provider in the FCP program implementation. • Deliver on Objective 2 of the National Forest Strategy: Sustainable

Forest Communities.

Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada • Representative: Darrin Sooley, Area

Habitat Coordinator

MFC‐NL supporter within the Management Group and on projects related to aquatic research and education. • Enhance approaches to watershed management, community‐based

monitoring and aquatic research. Parks Canada: Gros Morne and Terra Nova National Parks • Representatives: Jeff Anderson,

Superintendent, and Peter Deering, Chief Warden; TNNP representative pending

MFC‐NL supporter on the Board of Directors and contributor to initiatives on connectivity, DSS‐wildlife modeling, and community sustainability. • Community and enclave confidence and enhanced partnerships with

tourism development activities, ecological integrity research, environmental education initiatives and species demographics and modeling.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) • Representative: Mark Tierney, West

Coast Officer

A strategic supporter working in cooperation with the MFC‐NL specifically on resource mobilization. Key areas of interest relate to community sustainability in rural Newfoundland and Labrador. • Delivery of successful approaches to rural economic revitalization.

MF‐NL Staff and Current Contractors

Position and responsibility

• Sean Dolter • General Manager

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MF‐NL Staff and Current Contractors

Position and responsibility

• Glenda Garnier • Manager of Administration Project Staff • Charlene Connors • Communications & IT • Bonny Moroni • Education Specialist

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Appendix 1: Environmental Assessment This 12 month workplan, covering the period from April 1, 2009 to March 31, 2010 does not include projects which will require an Environmental Assessment.

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Appendix 2: Logic Model and Results Based Management Framework Results and Outcome Chain

IMMEDIATE Outcomes

Accountable performance for all program managers and partners.


Operational guidelines, terms of references, articles of incorporation, groundrules, marketing, education and communication strategies, best management practices, publications, communications materials.

Guidelines, policies, strategic plans, workplans, annual reports, and meeting proceedings /minutes, Audited statements, monthly summaries and updates, performance evaluations

Strategic plans, business plans, process agreements, workshops, conferences, IT materials and products for the dissemination of information.

Project reports, economic forecasts, products and processes, and employment statistics

OUTPUTS

Funding through FCP Federal contribution agreement

Funding & In-kind contributions from local, national, and international partners and various strategic alliances for specific initiatives

Funding through national and international organizations and foundations for education, community development and knowledge exchange

Funding through Provincial contribution agreements and special initiatives

INPUTS


Knowledgeable and well-trained, highly motivated forest professionals, technicians and front-line workers Enhanced learning opportunities at the local, national and international level and a heightened level of pride in the sector.

Increased capacity and collaboration on community development, knowledge sharing and implementing economic strategies. An acknowledgement and understanding of the diverse elements and potential conflicts of sustainable community development.

An adoption and implementation of Business Plans and SFM systems and tools by LCN/MFC-NL partners and strategic alliances.

LONG-TERM Outcomes


ACTIVITIES

Administering and management of the activities of the MFC-NL

Building capacity between provincial, national, and international forest-based community networks and the forest sector. (Objectives 1 and 4)

Developing multiple sector strategies, systems, and decision support tools to assist in revitalizing rural economies by better utilizing our natural resources. (Objectives 2 and 5)

Implementing and evaluating strategic economic plans for rural communities using practical and sound business models (Objective 3)

Enhanced opportunities for academia to incorporate SFM knowledge into their curriculum and materials.


Improved forest management that integrates innovative, cost –effective alternatives to economic growth. A vibrate forest sector with new economic opportunities and growth.

An understanding and appreciation of the strategic planning process and the information necessary for the revitalization of rural economies and conserving natural resources

Awareness of the applicability of SFM products and services and the level of collaboration necessary to sustain their use.


INTERMEDIATE Outcomes

Figure 3: Logic Model - Results and Outcome Chain

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Performance Measurement Strategy Table 2: Performance Measurement Strategy

Performance Area Performance Indicators Methods/Data Source Targets Collection

Responsibility Timing/ Frequency of

Measurement Outputs Guidelines, policies, strategic plans, workplans, annual reports, and meeting proceedings /minutes, Audited statements, monthly summaries and updates, performance evaluations • Approval of programs, agreements and

documents associated with the MFC‐NL program.

• Annual Report • Review documents and archive.

• For every associated agreement or formal review or plan, there will be a corresponding report or signed document.

• MFC‐NL • Annual

Operational guidelines, terms of references, articles of incorporation, groundrules, marketing, education and communication strategies, best management practices, publications, communications materials.


Strategic plans, business plans, process agreements, workshops, conferences, IT materials and products for the dissemination of information.

• Negotiated and signed agreements, reports, plans, and proceedings.

• Annual Report • Review documents and archive.

• Meet the requirements of the contribution agreements, partner expectation and annual workplans.


Project reports, economic forecasts, products and processes, and employment statistics

• Production and approval of final reports and tools associated with the MFC‐NL program.

• Review documents and tools and archive.

• All workplan approved initiatives will have accepted outputs. • MFC‐NL • Annual

Immediate Outcomes

Accountable performance for all program managers and partners;

• Level of satisfaction by community members and participants in the MFC‐NL programs;

• Mid‐phase and final evaluation. • 95% rate of approval. • MFC‐NL

• Mid‐phase and end‐of‐

phase

Awareness of program objectives, challenges and exchange opportunities and increased participation by natural resource professionals, partners and outside organizations;

• Signed agreements on the establishment of formal organizations.

• Relevance of international experiences to local issues;

• Participation in workshops, committees, and working groups;

• Annual report; • Surveys

• 5 LCN Agreements; • 100% satisfaction in international linkages • MFC‐NL • Mid‐phase and end‐of‐

phase

An understanding and appreciation of the strategic planning process and the information necessary for the revitalizing rural economies and conserving natural resources;

• Participation in workshops, committees, and working groups;

• Successful completion of the KGP and level of commitment to implement;

• Successful completion of the strategic directions document;

• Annual Report & Committee Minutes;

• Review documents and archive.

• 100% participation partners; • All LCNs submit KGPs and 100% agree to

implement; • All LCNs submit strategic documents.

• MFC‐NL • Mid‐phase and end‐of‐phase

Awareness of the applicability of SFM products and services and the level of collaboration necessary to sustain their use;

• Level of development and application of tools and systems that support the FCN strategic direction throughout the forest community.

• Annual Report • All tool and system developments proposed in

the workplans are completed and adopted by MFC‐NL/LCN partners.

• MFC‐NL • Annual and end‐of‐phase


• Number of articles based on MFC‐NL activities in local, provincial, national, and international communication materials;

• Local and provincial media; • Annual report.

• One monthly article on the positive contributions of the forest sector.


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Measurement Intermediate Outcomes


• Level of satisfaction by community members and participants in the MFC‐NL programs ;

• Surveys • 100% satisfaction • MFC‐NL • Mid‐phase and end‐of‐

phase

Increased capacity and collaboration on community development, knowledge sharing and implementing economic strategies.

• Number of Business Plans produced and their quality and usefulness to the LCN participants;

• Number of economic initiatives within the LCN; Success of financial leveraging; • Number of monitoring programs incorporated

into communities.

• Annual Report and Minutes

• All LCN meet or exclude the expectations for Business plan development and content;

• All Economic initiatives are active and progressing according to workplans;

• At least 1 community‐based monitoring program per LCN.


An acknowledgement and understanding of the diverse elements and potential conflicts of sustainable community development.

• Level of satisfaction by community members and participants in the MFC‐NL programs;

• Relevance to local issues. • Surveys • 100% satisfaction and relevance • MFC‐NL • Mid‐phase and end‐of‐

phase

Knowledgeable and well‐trained, highly motivated forest professionals, technicians and front‐line workers

• Enrolment numbers; • Number of training programs held; • Level of promotional material related to

professional development programs;

• Forestry programs; • AMLCP Report; • Annual Report

• An annual interest of 100%;• Meeting the requirements of the AMLCP; • All major issues covered by promotional

material.

• MFC‐NL • Mid‐phase and end‐of‐phase

Enhanced learning opportunities at the local, national and international level and a heightened level of pride in the sector.

• Number of articles based on MFC‐NL activities in local, provincial, national, and international communication materials;

• Relevance of international experiences to local issues;

• Number of participants in international ventures.

• Local and provincial media & Media report from the IMFN;

• Survey; • Annual report

• 2 of the monthly articles dedicated to international projects;

• 100% satisfaction in international linkages; • At least 2 LCNs and/or partners are

participating in an international venture.

• MFC‐NL • IMFNS

• Mid‐phase and end‐of‐phase

An adoption and implementation of Business Plans and SFM systems and tools by LCN/MFC‐NL partners and strategic alliances.

• Level of development and application of tools and systems that support the FCN strategic direction. • Annual Report

• All tool and system developments proposed in the workplans are completed and adopted by MFC‐NL/LCN partners.


Long‐term Outcomes


• Diversity of financial inputs and the level of independence of MFC‐NL partnership;

• Ability to sustain the MFC‐NL beyond 5 years; • Number of participants in international

ventures; • Relevance of international experiences to local

issues.

• Annual Report; • MFC‐NL Business Plan; • Survey.

• Any single source of funding received for the management and administration of the LCNs is no more than 20% of the total administration and management budget;

• Formal financial commitments are made for 2012 – 2017;

• 100% satisfaction in international linkages.

• MFC‐NL • End‐of‐phase

Improved forest management that integrates innovative, cost –effective alternatives to economic growth.

• Contributions of forest sector and non‐timber forest industries to the GDP;

• Level of development and application of tools and systems that support the FCN strategic direction throughout the forest community;

• Economic Assessment • Annual Report

• All tool and system developments adopted by MFC‐NL/LCN partners have been further adopted by an equal amount of independent LCNs.

• DNR and CFS • End‐of‐phase and beyond

A vibrant forest sector with new economic opportunities and growth.

• Number of economic initiatives within the LCN;

• Economic Assessment within the LCN annual reports

• 2 new forest‐based initiatives within each LCN. • LCNs • End‐of‐phase and beyond

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Measurement


• Level of satisfaction by community members and participants in the MFC‐NL programs ;

• Level of public knowledge in the areas of forestry and the identification of MFC‐NL with the public;

• Provincial Survey • 100% satisfaction and relevance • Public knowledge level indicators have doubled since the 2006 Bath Survey

• DNR • End‐of‐phase and beyond