Sara Hyslop
About Sara Hyslop
Sara Hyslop is a Forestry Supervisor at Canfor, where she has worked since 2008 in Vancouver, British Columbia. She specializes in developing treatment regimes for regenerating harvested stands and managing silviculture obligations to promote sustainable forest management.
Work at Canfor
Sara Hyslop has been employed at Canfor since 2008, serving as a Forestry Supervisor for 16 years in Vancouver, British Columbia. In her role, she is responsible for managing silviculture obligations under the Fort St. John Pilot Project Regulations, which contributes to sustainable forest management. She previously worked as a Temporary Field Assistant at Canfor in 2007 for seven months, gaining foundational experience in the forestry sector.
Education and Expertise
Sara Hyslop studied at The University of British Columbia from 2000 to 2004, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree. She furthered her education at the British Columbia Institute of Technology from 2005 to 2007, completing a two-year program. Her academic background supports her expertise in forestry management and silviculture practices.
Background
Sara Hyslop has a strong foundation in forestry, having worked in various capacities within Canfor. Her experience includes determining reforestation accrual rates for sawmill and OSB plant operations. She has developed treatment regimes for regenerating harvested stands, ensuring compliance with forest management certification.
Achievements
In her role as Forestry Supervisor, Sara Hyslop manages a digital cutblock database using Cengea Resources, which enhances data management and operational efficiency. She also engages in information sharing with local non-timber tenure holders and First Nations, fostering community involvement and collaboration in forestry initiatives. Additionally, she oversees the management of long-term reforestation liability, ensuring the implementation of sustainable forestry practices.