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April 1, 2009
Putting ecosystems before logging
A new approach to resource development, called ecosystem-based management, is coming to the Great Bear forest of B.C.’s central and north coast. It’s a unique plan to manage human activity in the region while protecting its distinct biodiversity, and includes groups such as first nations in decision-making practices. Ken Lertzman, director of the School of Resource and Environmental Management in SFU’s new Faculty of Environment, specializes in forestry and forest management and can talk about how the approach will impact the region.
Ken Lertzman, 778.782.3069; lertzman@sfu.ca
Layoffs spike crisis-line demand
Layoffs prompted by the financial crisis have led to an increase in demand for mental-health support across the country, particularly among men who’ve lost their jobs and are turning to crisis lines and support groups. Psychologists Joti Samra and Merv Gilbert, both adjunct professors in SFU’s faculty of health sciences, can talk about the toll the economic downturn is taking on workers and their families in the face of job loss.
Joti Samra, 778.782.5263, 778.772.7560 (cell); jsamra@sfu.ca
Merv Gilbert, 604.809.4173; mervgilbert@gilbertacton.com
A new approach to resource development, called ecosystem-based management, is coming to the Great Bear forest of B.C.’s central and north coast. It’s a unique plan to manage human activity in the region while protecting its distinct biodiversity, and includes groups such as first nations in decision-making practices. Ken Lertzman, director of the School of Resource and Environmental Management in SFU’s new Faculty of Environment, specializes in forestry and forest management and can talk about how the approach will impact the region.
Ken Lertzman, 778.782.3069; lertzman@sfu.ca
Layoffs spike crisis-line demand
Layoffs prompted by the financial crisis have led to an increase in demand for mental-health support across the country, particularly among men who’ve lost their jobs and are turning to crisis lines and support groups. Psychologists Joti Samra and Merv Gilbert, both adjunct professors in SFU’s faculty of health sciences, can talk about the toll the economic downturn is taking on workers and their families in the face of job loss.
Joti Samra, 778.782.5263, 778.772.7560 (cell); jsamra@sfu.ca
Merv Gilbert, 604.809.4173; mervgilbert@gilbertacton.com