In 2025, the Chantiers Chibougamau team in La Sarre celebrated their 20th anniversary of their Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification, highlighting a longstanding dedication to rigorous, third-party supervision of their forestry operations. From the outset, the company’s professionals have embraced innovation and community engagement, becoming the first FSC forest management certificate ever issued on public lands in Quebec.

Leaders in responsible forestry

Notably, Chantiers Chibougamau holds a total of four FSC forest management certificates covering 5.6 million hectares of Quebec’s public forests. Every wood processing facility operated by the company also maintains FSC Chain of Custody Certification—affirming transparency from forest to finished product. This expansive stewardship reflects the organization’s commitment to upholding the highest standards in sustainable forestry.

Collective commitment and recognition
Maintaining these FSC certificates demands the tireless efforts of the entire team. Thousands of hours of preparation and dedication have gone into successfully passing their five audits in the past year. Their stewardship ensures compliance with the 10 core FSC principles focused on the environment, Indigenous peoples’ rights, and workers’ rights.

For more details about Chantiers Chibougamau, visit https://www.chibou.com/en/the-resource/certifications