Strong as Steel USW D3 Podcast – Episode 16 with Director Scott Lunny and guests Jeff Bromley and Phil Ducharme

Happy New Year! In our first Strong as Steel podcast of 2025, Scott Lunny discusses the current state of the forest sector with guests Jeff Bromley, USW Wood Council Chair, and Phil Ducharme, USW 1-417 president.

This episode explores the current challenges in the forest sector across Canada, the impact of mill closures on communities and the challenges of government policies and market fluctuations. The conversation also highlights the importance of organizing efforts within the union and the potential for value-added products to revitalize the sector.