L I N K S

Here are some web resources you might be interested in:

HearthNet is the main web site for hearth industry information. You'll find lots of good advice and information about products.
http://hearth.com

The Alliance for Green Heat is an independent agency based near Washington, DC that advocates for clean wood heating and effective regulation in this field. 
http://www.forgreenheat.org/

Wood Energy Technology Transfer Inc. is the organization that trains and certifies Canadian wood burning professionals.  If you want to find qualified services, visit the site and find a qualified professional near you.
http://wettinc.ca

The National Fireplace Institute is the organization that trains and certifies installation and service professionals in the United States.  You can find qualified professionals here.
http://www.nficertified.org/

The Masonry Heater Association: Visit our friends at MHA and learn about masonry heaters. Even if their product is not for you, they have a good web site and good attitude. Extensive links section.
http://mha-net.org

chimneys.com is one of the main sites making up the extensive presence of chimney sweeps on the net. Check out Burning Secrets, a good source of technical information.
http://www.chimneys.com

The Chimney Safety Institute of America is another site supported by chimney sweeps. This is the Internet presence of their non-profit training and education agency. Lots of good safety information.
http://www.csia.org

Burning Issues is a site devoted to wiping woodburning off the face of the earth. If you think we at woodheat.org are misguided Neanderthals on a mission to threaten the health of little children, you'll find support at Burning Issues. All others, hold your nose and check it out anyway.
http://BurningIssues.org/