Trees are the ultimate multi-taskers. On top of all the work they do keeping our planet a lush and liveable place for its many creatures, the benefits of trees transcend our many forests. An abundance of emerging research actually shows trees experience a second life when their wood is incorporated into our buildings, furniture, and fixtures — leading to a slew of surprising mental health benefits for humans and the planet we call home. When it comes to advancing the use of wood in green and clean building technology and pushing for nature-based solutions to climate change, Canada is at the forefront — after all, our sprawling country accounts for 40% of the world’s certified sustainably managed forests.