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Joint Statement with BC Business Leaders: PST tax hike threatens competitiveness, safety, and affordability
Statement issued by the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, with signatories including the BC Council of Forest Industries and the full list of associations below. VANCOUVER, B.C. — Today, business leaders representing key pillars of B.C.’s economy called on the...
COFI Statement on BC Budget 2026
(VANCOUVER, BC) – February 17, 2026 – Kim Haakstad, President & CEO of the BC Council of Forest Industries (COFI), issued the following statement today in response to the Government of British Columbia’s 2026 Provincial Budget: “As the province navigates...
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Trade uncertainty.
Global competition.
Pressure at home.
What’s ahead for BC and Canada’s economy?
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Hear what the outlook means for BC’s forest sector and the
Thank you Minister for the conversation on improving competitiveness in BC’s forest sector. Turning the tide on industry decline will require urgent action, and we’re ready to work with the Province to move solutions forward.
Whether you live in downtown Vancouver or in a small town, forestry is the backbone of your community. 🌲🏡
It’s often seen as a “rural” industry — but BC’s regions are deeply connected. From working forests to urban ports, tech innovators, and corporate offices that move our
Kim Haakstad, President & CEO of COFI, issued the following statement today in response to BC’s 2026 Provincial Budget:
“As the province navigates significant fiscal and economic challenges, the forest sector continues to face intense pressure. We welcome Budget 2026’s
Forest Industry Economic Impact Study
Published April 2024 with data available up to 2022, full report available here
Deeply rooted in BC’s communities
Highlights from Supply Chain and Community Benefits Study, full report available here
For every tree harvested,
3 Seedlings are planted
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