Ministry of Forests

The Ministry of Forests is responsible for supporting a sustainable and competitive future for B.C.’s forest sector, while taking action to keep forests healthy and protect communities in the face of climate change and extreme weather events.

Featured topics

• Forestry
  Forest stewardship, supports for forest workers, tenures and information on innovation and a competitive forest industry.
• B.C.'s Approach to Old Forests
  B.C. is embarking on a new approach to old forests and is committed to working with First Nations, industry and other stakeholders on a path forward.
• Softwood Lumber Dispute with the U.S.
  Access information about the recent U.S. lumber industry petition to try and limit Canadian lumber shipments, and further information on various topics related to this Canada-U.S. trade issue.
• Archaeology in B.C.
  Archaeological sites are the physical evidence of where and how people lived in the past, and are critically important to First Nations communities. Also find information on the Heritage Conservation Act Transformation Project and permitting.
• Resource Roads
  Resource roads, many of which are Forest Service Roads, are typically one or two-lane gravel roads built for industrial purposes to access natural resources in remote areas. Access safety information, engineering standards and climate information.

Featured services

• BC Wildfire Service Updates
  Up-to-date information on current wildfires of note.
• Natural Resource Online Services
  Explore popular natural resource activities, search by activity, receive application guidance or explore activities by location. Also find permits for cutting firewood or Christmas trees on Crown land.
• Supports for Forestry Workers, Communities and Businesses
  B.C.’s forestry sector is vital to the province's economy and well-being, driven by the dedication and resilience of the people and their communities. The Province knows there are challenges too and is committed to helping through comprehensive and targeted supports

Minister

Deputy Minister

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