COFI Statement on the 2026 B.C. Provincial Election
The BC Council of Forest Industries (COFI) congratulates Premier-designate Lorne Doerkson and the Conservative Party of BC on their election victory. We also thank all candidates who put their names forward for their commitment to public service and the future of our...
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COFI congratulates Premier-designate Lorne Doerkson and the Conservative Party of BC on their election victory, and thanks all candidates who put their names forward for their commitment to public service.
“Premier-designate Doerkson has spoken clearly about the importance of
🌱 More than 200 million seedlings are planted in B.C. every year.
Reforestation is core to sustainable forest management. After harvesting, forest professionals work to renew healthy, diverse forests suited to local conditions.
Because responsible forestry is about both what
Forestry has long been a foundation of B.C.’s economy and can be a major driver of future growth.
Good to see the importance of getting our forest sector back to business recognized in the conversation about B.C.’s economic future.
The best way to learn about forestry jobs? Get into the field! 🌲
Prince George Secondary students joined COFI, @CanforCorp, BC Wildfire Service & John Mainville for a firsthand look at the skills and opportunities in forestry.
They learned about measuring trees, putting out
Forest Industry Economic Impact Study
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Deeply rooted in BC’s communities
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For every tree harvested,
3 Seedlings are planted
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