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 Alain Martineau
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| General Description : | This set of stamps featuring two breathtaking views of lush and inviting forests is a splendid tribute to the United Nation’s International Year of Forests. Bottom portion Illustration: S. Gibson / M. Clark Photography: Anthony Redpath Did you know that more than 1.6 billion of the world’s people depend on forests for their livelihood? Or that worldwide, the forest industry is responsible for $270 billion in trade, annually? Here in Canada, our forests are among the largest and most diverse in the world—and have long been central to our economy. Canadian forests cover 41% of the country’s land mass, which amount to roughly 10% of the world’s forest. In addition to moderating climate and filtering the air we breathe, they also provide a home for countless wildlife species. Given the importance of forests to our economy, our environment and our well-being, the essential role they play in countries around the world and the way in which issues surrounding the future of the forest unite us globally, it comes as no surprise that the United Nations has declared 2011 as International Year of Forests. This global initiative, launched in February during the 9th session of the United Nation’s forum on forests, seeks to “raise awareness and strengthen the sustainable forest management, conservation and sustainable development of all types of forests for the benefit of current and future generations.” In honour of the U.N.’s International Year of Forests, Canada Post is releasing a two-stamp issue that speaks to both the diversity and intrinsic value of Canada’s forests. Designed by Vancouver’s Subplot Design, the stamps offer two views of the contemporary forest; one showing the marvel of life found in the forest floor and the other depicting the sheer strength and lush fecundity of a new growth North American rainforest through a close-up of new trees that culminates in a fresh canopy of green leaves. |
| Face value | PERMANENT™ domestic rate $0.59 |
| Catalog code (Michel) | CA 2714 |
| Catalog code (Scott) | CA 2463 |
| Catalog code | Canada post Product #: 413796111; Yvert et Tellier CA 2594 Stanley Gibbons CA 2778 |
| Stamp colour | multicolor |
| Stamp use | Commemorative stamp |
| Print run | 2,700,000 |
| Issue date | 21/04/2011 |
| Designer | Subplot Design Inc. |
| Paper type | Tullis Russell |
| Print technique | Lithography in 8 colours |
| Printed by | Lowe-Martin |
| Perforation | Simulated perforation |
| Height | 41.00 mm |
| Width | 30.00 mm |
| Catalog prices | No catalog prices set yet |
