Wood Origin & Legality

As a member of QWEB ( Quebec Wood Export Bureau) we are proud to adhere to its code of conduct.  We make every effort to abide by its rules, and be a socially responsible company who strives to integrate its environmental priorities and social programs within our business practice both with our suppliers and partners.

In order to respect our environmental commitments we have asked that all our suppliers sign a form to assure proper and legal harvesting of their timber.  This has proven to be an excellent tool to ensure that all supply to DV Hardwoods comes from legal and properly managed forests. 

Please find herewith an example of the document which has become a requirement for any / all suppliers

ANNEXE  B: Policy on Wood Origin and Legality

As a supplier for (Member company name), our company, (Supplier company name), is committed to responsible wood supply practices when it comes to its commercial operations. We wish to achieve this goal by supplying:

1. Wood that is sourced from areas where logging is authorized by legislation.
2. Wood that is procured or purchased in a legal way.
3. Wood where harvesting operations are legal.
4. Wood whose origin can be verified through proper documentation.
5. All relevant documents, if required, to demonstrate that stumpage fees, taxes or any other fees related to the harvested timber have been paid or shall be paid according to legal requirements.
6. The location of the forest and legislation in effect, if required, for the areas where the wood has been harvested, and also the management plans or any other documents proving the wood’s origin and legality.

Signed at____________________ this _____ day of _____ 20____.

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(Name of supplier)

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(Name of representative and tile)

 

Using this model of Wood and Legality, DV Harwoods Inc was certified FSC
October 29, 2008.