Private Timber Marks

A private timber mark is required to transport logs from privately-owned land. A timber mark certifies ownership of the logs and helps prevent theft of timber from Crown land. A timber mark does not grant authority to cut timber, please check with your applicable local government to determine if additional approvals are required.

Apply for a Private Timber Mark

Owners of fee simple land or registered owners of timber on private land can apply for a private timber mark. If the property is registered in more than one name, all owners must complete and sign the application form. 

A timber mark application may be submitted for multiple properties provided the properties are registered in the same name and are located in the same natural resource district. 

Changes, such as the following, can be made to an existing Timber Mark by selecting “amend”, “renew” or "cancel" on the application form:

• Amend a timber mark
• Add or remove properties
• Renew an expired or cancelled timber mark
• Cancel a timber mark

Send your completed application to the Natural Resource District office or FrontCounterBC which corresponds with where your timber originates. 

• Application for Private Timber Mark

Apply for a Forest Client Number

You will need a client number to do business with the Ministry of Forests. Your client number is used to:

• receive volume statements for private marks
• receive invoices and payments
• be awarded contracts
• receive official correspondence
• support other Ministry business needs

Apply online

You can apply for your own client number using our online application form. Once approved, you’ll receive an email confirmation. You can then sign in at any time to update your address and contact information.

If you do not apply

If you choose not to apply, a client number will be created for you when your private timber mark application is processed.