VOICED: The new Canadian Timber Worker

The video discusses the life and work of lumberjacks in northern Quebec, highlighting the financial opportunities and challenges they face. It covers the role of immigrants in the industry, the evolution of the lumberjack's role, and the efficiency of human labor compared to machines in tree planting. The video emphasizes the significant earnings potential for skilled workers and the industry's reliance on manual labor for reforestation.

What challenges do lumberjacks in northern Quebec face?

• High temperatures

• Rain, snow, and bears

• Desert conditions

• Urban pollution

How much can the best lumberjacks earn in a few weeks?

• 20,000 Canadian dollars

• 10,000 Canadian dollars

• 30,000 Canadian dollars

• 40,000 Canadian dollars

Which countries are mentioned as sources of immigrant labor for lumberjacking?

• China and Japan

• India and Pakistan

• Russia and Ukraine

• Brazil and Argentina

What is the main reason for the high demand for labor in the Canadian forest industry?

• To develop new technology

• To create wildlife reserves

• To cut down and replant trees

• To build new cities

How many trees can a skilled lumberjack plant in a day compared to machines?

• 1000 trees

• 2000 trees

• 4500 trees

• 6000 trees