COFI Statement on Federal Forest Sector Task Force
(Vancouver, BC) – Kim Haakstad, President & CEO of the BC Council of Forest Industries (COFI), issued the following statement in response to today's announcement from the Government of Canada on measures to support the forest sector and the release of the report...
COFI Forest Education Program Receives Support from Forestry Innovation Investment
(VANCOUVER, BC) May 11, 2026. As BC’s forest sector continues to evolve, helping students understand career opportunities in modern forestry remains important. The BC Council of Forest Industries (COFI) welcomes new support from Forestry Innovation Investment (FII)...
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Today's federal announcement recognizes the importance of supporting forestry workers, communities, and businesses through measures that strengthen competitiveness, diversify markets, and encourage investment.
"For BC, predictable and economic access to wood remains the
🌲 B.C. students in forestry, trades, or natural resources — the COFI Forestry Scholarship is for you! Apply by June 26, 2026. 👇 https://lnkd.in/gUESrbft
It's Forest Safety Awareness Week in BC. 🦺🌲
Check out the BC Forest Safety Council & @TreeFrogNews for stories and resources on the issues that matter most on the job — from hazardous materials to mental health.
Safety is a shared responsibility to ensure every forestry worker
COFI was proud to sponsor #NCLGA2026, where our CEO & President Kim Haakstad shared why forestry IS a solution — for housing, environment & reconciliation.
The theme of this season? Relationships. Thank you to every local leader who showed up. 🤝 #BCPoli #BCForestry
Forest Industry Economic Impact Study
Published April 2024 with data available up to 2022, full report available here
Deeply rooted in BC’s communities
Highlights from Supply Chain and Community Benefits Study, full report available here
For every tree harvested,
3 Seedlings are planted
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