Glen Kovacic
About Glen Kovacic
Glen Kovacic serves as the Forestry Superintendent at Canfor in Cranbrook since 2019, bringing over two decades of forestry experience. His career includes various roles at Canfor and Tembec, with a strong educational background in forestry and general studies.
Work at Canfor
Glen Kovacic has been serving as the Forestry Superintendent at Canfor since 2019, contributing to the company's operations in Cranbrook for five years. Prior to this role, he held various positions within Canfor, including Operations Superintendent from 2016 to 2017 in the Kootenay Region, and Log Rate Analyst from 2017 to 2019 across Canada. His experience at Canfor also includes a four-year tenure as Senior Operations Supervisor from 2012 to 2016, where he worked in Elko, Canal Flats, and Radium, BC.
Previous Experience in Forestry
Before joining Canfor, Glen Kovacic worked at Tembec in several capacities. He was a Silviculture Forester from 2000 to 2003 and later served as a Permitting Forester from 2003 to 2007, both roles based in Canal Flats, BC. He then transitioned to the position of Operations Superintendent at Tembec, where he worked from 2007 to 2012 in Cranbrook, BC. This extensive experience in forestry operations has contributed to his current expertise.
Education and Expertise
Glen Kovacic has a solid educational background in forestry. He studied at Selkirk College, where he earned a Forestry Technology Diploma from 1991 to 1993. He furthered his education at the University of Northern British Columbia, achieving a Bachelor's degree in Forestry from 1994 to 1996. Additionally, he attended the College of the Rockies for General Studies, completing a University Transfer program in 1994.
Career Timeline
Glen Kovacic's career in forestry spans over two decades, beginning with his role as a Silviculture Forester at Tembec from 2000 to 2003. He progressed through various positions at Tembec until 2012, after which he joined Canfor. His career includes roles as Operations Superintendent, Log Rate Analyst, and Senior Operations Supervisor, showcasing a diverse range of responsibilities and expertise in forestry management.