BC Timber Sales
Last updated on August 27, 2024
BC Timber Sales (BCTS) manages 20 per cent of the province’s allowable annual cut for Crown/public timber and generates economic prosperity for British Columbians through the safe, sustainable development and auction of public timber. BCTS operates in 33 communities and directly supports over 8,000 jobs across B.C.
Safety, reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and sustainable forest management (PDF, 290KB) are the three principles that guide all BCTS activities. The achievement of our principles and accompanying goal and objectives (PDF, 170KB) supports safety, reconciliation, sustainability, business excellence and economic prosperity for the benefit of all British Columbians.
BCTS guiding principles
Forest sector safety
BC Timber Sales is committed to continually improving forest sector safety.
Reconciliation
Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples is integral to BCTS’ long-term success.
Sustainable forests
Maintaining and enhancing the long-term health of forest ecosystems.
Careers with BCTS
We believe motivated and proud employees are essential to being a high-performing program and having a strong, healthy and diverse workplace culture. BCTS has career opportunities across the province.
Contract opportunities at BCTS
Contract opportunities
BCTS advertises contract opportunities in forestry related areas such as planning, development, professional services and silviculture.
Timber Sale Licences
BCTS annually sells up to 13 million cubic metres of public timber through the competitive auction of licences.
Defining success
At BCTS we define success in different ways. It may be supporting a vibrant rural community or a successful partnership with a First Nation.
Our locations
BCTS' business area and field team offices are located in 33 communities across British Columbia. View our locations on a map.
Contact information
For questions about timber sales licences, contact the BCTS business area.
For general questions about BCTS and BCTS policy, contact us:
250-356-1918