Kerri Simmons
About Kerri Simmons
Kerri Simmons serves as the Director of Indigenous Partnerships at Canfor, a position she has held since 2020. With over two decades of experience in forestry, she has held various roles at Canfor, including Forestry Supervisor and Silviculture Forester.
Current Role at Canfor
Kerri Simmons serves as the Director of Indigenous Partnerships at Canfor, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she focuses on fostering relationships and partnerships with Indigenous communities, ensuring that their interests and perspectives are integrated into Canfor's operations and initiatives. Her experience in forestry and commitment to collaboration are key components of her work in this capacity.
Previous Experience at Canfor
Kerri Simmons has extensive experience at Canfor, having held multiple positions over the years. She worked as a Forestry Supervisor for one year from 2003 to 2004, followed by a four-year tenure as a Silviculture Forester from 2004 to 2008. Additionally, she served as the Woodlands Information Management Coordinator and Professional Forester from 2008 to 2013, and as the Tenures and FMS Coordinator from 2014 to 2020. She also worked as a Safety and FMS Coordinator for one year in 2013 to 2014.
Educational Background
Kerri Simmons has a solid educational foundation in forestry. She studied at the College of New Caledonia, where she completed a program in Forestry Resource Technology from 1994 to 1997. Following this, she participated in the Forestry Pupil Program at the Association of British Columbia Forest Professionals from 1997 to 2000, further enhancing her expertise in the field.
Early Career in Forestry
Before joining Canfor, Kerri Simmons began her career in forestry as a Silviculture Assistant at Canadian Forest Products from 1997 to 2000. This early experience laid the groundwork for her subsequent roles in the forestry sector, where she developed her skills and knowledge in various aspects of forestry management.