Testimonials

Since 2020, Next Gen Forestry has been a key harvesting contractor for Scotsburn Lumber Ltd., working on Nova Scotia Crown operations, Northern Pulp freehold lands, and private woodlots throughout Eastern and Central Nova Scotia. Next Gen is always excellent to deal with. Both Mark Bannerman and Calvin Archibald, as well as their operators, are very easy to reach and communicate with regarding the various harvesting prescriptions for each of our wood sources in Nova Scotia.

As a large sawmill that is PEFC Chain of Custody Certified and operates on land that is SFI certified, it is imperative to have the right contractor and people working for you at all times. Next Gen and their staff ensure that all facets of their operation are carried out in a productive, safe, and environmentally sound manner at all times.

Next Gen readily adapts its operations to fit the required harvesting method, whether it involves Hurricane Fiona cleanup, single tree selection, group selection, irregular shelterwood, commercial thinning, or any number of silviculture prescriptions as outlined in the SGEM regulations.

I have had the pleasure of working with Next Gen Forestry numerous times over the years. They have carried out various forestry prescriptions on my family’s FSC-certified woodlots. Their professional leadership and team continue to excel in knowledge, experience, and technology, which is reflected in their strong commitment to sustainable forestry practices. I highly recommend them to other landowners and look forward to working with them again on my woodlot.

I have worked with Mark in professional settings for over a decade. His commitment to excellence in forest stewardship stands out among the many forestry contractors in the province. ASF staff have noted his dedication and integrity towards silviculture work and, recently, in the massive Hurricane Fiona cleanup efforts in central and eastern Nova Scotia. Mark and his staff put considerable effort into continuous skills improvement and stays current in training, including forest professional training and technical standards. His forest operations are essential to the rural health of our economy, and to a vibrant local workforce.

We would not hesitate to recommend Next Generation to any forest landowner who wishes to practice responsible woodlot stewardship.

As a woodland owner I have contracted Next Generation since their startup. 

My experiences with Next Gen have always been positive through their emphasis on sustainable forestry practises, team work, and continuous consultations with me as the woodland owner.

Their attention to efficient operations and top efforts towards good forest product utilization helps ensure the best return for the woodland owner

The most important reason I recommend Next Gen is that they continuously practice a high level of integrity and honesty that are second to none.

Next Generation Forest Management has worked with Wagner Forest NS Limited in various capacities for 17 years, and in 2020 became the primary contractor responsible for most harvesting activities on our Eastern District lands. Mark, Calvin, and the entire Next Gen team are consistently professional, responsive, and adaptable in managing the many challenges that come with modern logging operations. Their communication is excellent, and they reliably follow through on every commitment.

As one of Nova Scotia’s largest landowners, Wagner is certified to the Sustainable Forestry Initiative Standard, which places significant expectations on our harvesting contractors. Next Gen continually meets these requirements, applying up‑to‑date technology to maximize efficiency while maintaining a safe, environmentally responsible workplace.