Who We Are

Dan McCurdy (B.Sc. F., M.Sc. F.) is a forester registered with the College of Alberta Professional Foresters and co-owner of Boreal Horticultural Services. He has 25 years of progressive experience in reforestation, working in government, industry, and consulting.

For the last 22 years he has managed Bonnyville Forest Nursery producing 13 million seedlings annually for reforestation and reclamation in western Canada.

As a forester working for Boreal, Dan has been providing comprehensive reforestation services to oilfield clients in northeastern Alberta since 1997.

Currently the Controller with Boreal Horticultural Services a division of Bonnyville Forest Nursery Inc.  I am a dedicated and results-driven Financial Controller with a passion for building efficient financial systems, driving strategic growth, and supporting sound business decisions through data-driven insights.  With over 25 years of experience in accounting and financial management.

When I’m not immersed in financial analysis, I enjoy hiking, biking, gardening and spending time with my family.

Reclamation & Silviculture Forester

With a BSc in Forestry and a resume that reads like a love letter to the great outdoors, Jess has spent the last decade navigating the wilds of Alberta and British Columbia—sometimes with a clipboard, sometimes with a chainsaw, and always with a game plan.

Currently, as a Reclamation Silviculture Forester at Boreal Horticultural Services, Jess ensures forests don’t just bounce back—they thrive. From managing seed and vegetation inventories to overseeing reforestation schedules and planting contractors, she’s the behind-the-scenes force ensuring that every tree gets the best possible start.

Her past roles include everything from forestry supervision to silviculture project management, stakeholder engagement, and even HSE coordination. She’s worked on the ground with tree planters, in the boardroom with stakeholders, and everywhere in between—bridging the gap between policy and practice. With expertise in ArcMap/GIS, quality assurance, and stakeholder relations, Jessica doesn’t just check the boxes; she redefines them.

When she’s not knee-deep in reforestation strategies, Jess is probably out exploring the very landscapes she helps restore—because why manage forests if you don’t love getting lost in them?

With more than 20 years of experience in health and safety — including 15 in management — Nina Hebert works to create safe, positive, and productive workplaces throughout the reforestation process at Boreal Horticultural Services. Her approachable, hands-on style helps build trust and teamwork across the organization.

Away from work, Nina helps run a small trucking company with her husband, enjoys time outdoors with her dogs, and often helps out on her family’s farm. She values community, nature, and creating environments where people can thrive safely.