Insights and Resources
In 2019, nearly 9,900 suppliers from over 340 communities, and 120 Indigenous Nations and organizations provided $7 billion in goods and services to B.C.’s forest industry.*
Read our report and executive summary, see the full study and watch our video.
CHOICES FOR A BETTER FUTURE
Forestry is an industry in transition in British Columbia, and managing through this transition will require collective effort.
With the right choices, we believe we can achieve a globally competitive forest sector that is a model for the world in product innovation, technological advances, and environmental care — one that all British Columbians can be proud of.
Industry is setting out its vision for what the future could be, and the ideas and actions to help get us there. The 60 choices for a better future are outlined in five major areas:
- Invest in, and protect, our working forest land base
- Have smart rules that protect the environment and encourage investment
- Strengthen participation of Indigenous peoples and partnerships with communities
- Double down on market and product diversification
- Be the global hub for expertise in low-carbon, green building
To learn more, see our full report with all 60 recommendations.
BC’s forest industry is a world leader in sustainable forestry and is one of the most significant economic drivers in the province. Learn more about how the industry is adapting, evolving and innovating by visiting the insights and resources below.
Insights
Opinion: B.C. forest industry convention highlights sustainability, innovation, Vancouver Sun
This week, almost 600 business, government, First Nations and community leaders have gathered in Vancouver for the B.C. Council of Forest Industries (COFI) annual convention, one of B.C.’s most important business gatherings, which comes at a critical time for our...
Read moreOpinion: B.C.’s forests can be harvested sustainably, Vancouver Sun
Whoever first made the observation that an individual “couldn’t see the forest for the trees” was pointing to a common problem — particularly about forests themselves. While many, including myself, view trees as beautiful and crucial to our way of life, as a...
Read moreTilting At Sawmills: America’s Shameful Approach To The Softwood Lumber Dispute With Canada, Forbes
Dan Ikenson, Contributer Donald Trump has called the North American Free Trade Agreement the "worst trade deal ever negotiated." If he were speaking on behalf of Canadian exporters or American consumers of softwood lumber, his point would have some validity. For more...
Read moreResources
2019 Regional Supply Chain Study
Smart Future
- COFI Interior Renewal Submission
- FEA Report 2019
- COFI EngageBC Submission
- British Columbians and The Forestry Sector (Abacus Data)
COFI Factsheets
Brochure
Report
Caribou
- Caribou Factsheet
- COFI Submission to Canadian Wildlife Service – Jan 19, 2018
- COFI’s Letter to Minister McKenna and Minister Carr – Aug 15 , 2017
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