By David Wiwchar

MOSAIC plants trees

Mar 7, 2024 | 8:22 AM

Mosaic is planting trees along the border of the Alberni Valley Memorial Gardens after logging up to the edge of the cemetary.

Owner Barry Tuck says he was initially disappointed in the three dozen cypress trees planted sparingly along the edge, but the forest company has agreed to plant another 30, 6′ tall trees and clean up the harvest area.

Tuck and many others were outraged after loggers felled trees to within a few feet of grave sites, despite the company promising a 20 to 30 metre buffer.

He said Mosaic has demonstrated empathy and action to mitigate the problem, and he’s hoping to make the best of a challenging situation.