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Centre for Non-Timber Resources

   

The Centre for Non-Timber Resources (CNTR) became official at Royal Roads University in January 2004. 
 
The purpose of the centre is to support and encourage sustainable utilization of non-timber forest resources in the temperate and boreal regions of the world. "Sustainable utilization" refers to the protection and enhancement of subsistence, cultural, recreational and commercial uses, as well as the protection of ecosystem values. The principal focus of the centre is the wise use of non-timber forest resources to diversify and sustain rural and resource-dependent economies.  CNTR goals and mandates.
 
The number of individuals and organisations involved in the centre is continually expanding, complementing  a core of team members who have been working collaboratively since  the mid-1990s.  The centre grew out of a FRBC/FII funded initiative on northern Vancouver Island,  the North Island NTFP Demonstration Project.
 
The activities of the centre include:
  • research - the centre supports and conducts research which is multi-disciplinary, including both the natural and social sciences.
  • education and capacity-building - from workshops to the Undergraduate Certificate in Non-Timber Forest Products.
  • Policy and stewardship - the centre is working with its many partner groups to explore policy which will support sustainable and equitable use of NTFPs.
  • Industry building - the centre works with individuals and communities to support and mentor initiatives in the NTFP sector.
  • Partnerships and publications - the centre is working with a wide range of organisations to help fulfill each of the above activities. 
 
                      

To view a video of the CNTR launch, click here.  (You will require Windows Media Player version 7 or higher to view).

The first newsletter of the centre is now available in .pdf format. CNTR Newsletter Mar 2004.pdf

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For More Information Contact:

Centre for Non-Timber Resources,  Royal Roads University
2005 Sooke Road
Victoria, B.C. V9B 5Y2

E-mail: ntfp@royalroads.ca
Phone: (250) 391-2600 ext. 4328
Fax:  (250) 391-2532

 

 

 
 

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