1. End the Destruction of Canada's Boreal Forest

Logging companies are cutting down Canada’s Boreal forest - destroying this ancient forest at an alarming rate. The largest logging company involved in this destruction is AbitibiBowater, regularly clearcutting areas the size of 17 000 football fields. As one of the world’s last remaining ancient forests, Canada’s Boreal deserves better. We need your help getting the message to CEO of AbitibiBowater: Canada’s forests are not disposable.

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2. Use the Greenpeace Shopper's Guide to Ancient Forest Friendly Tissue Products.

You can make a difference by using your 'green' buying power to make wise purchases. Use the Greenpeace Shopper's Guide to Ancient Forest Friendly Tissue Products.

Companies will continue to manufacture destructive products unless we demand something different, something more sustainable that will ensure the lasting health and protection of Canada's Boreal forest. When you buy tissue productssuch astoilet paper, facial tissue, napkins and paper towels, make sure they have a high recycled content; 100 per cent recycled is best. Tissue products made from recycled fibres are sold at most major grocery stores. These products feel and look the same as tissue products made from ancient forest fibres.

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3. Look for the Forest Stewardship Council logo

Look for the FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) logo on wood and paper products. These FSC 'certified' products have been given a environmental stamp of approval. FSC certification is the only guarantee of sustainably managed forests. If you cannot find FSC-certified products, then ask your retailer to stock them.

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