Economic Impact

BC’s forest sector drives the economy—supporting 100,000 jobs, contributing $17.4B to GDP, and generating $9.1B in labour income and $6.6B in government revenue.

Community Benefits across BC

BC’s forest sector supports 9,970 businesses across 335 municipalities and First Nations communities, spending $6.6B on goods and services province-wide

COFI Connect

Stay informed on BC’s Forest Sector with the latest data on harvest levels, production, exports, jobs, and more.

BC’s forest industry is a world leader in sustainable forestry and is one of the most significant economic drivers in the province. Learn more about how the industry is adapting, evolving and innovating by visiting the insights and resources below.

Resources

Competitiveness & Sustainability: A Comparison Across International Forest Jurisdictions

2024 Forest Industry Economic Impact Study

2024 Supply Chain and Community Benefits Study

2024 Building for the Future Workshop Report

Comparison of Forest Practices and Annual Harvest Across Jurisdictions

COFI Factsheets

Sustainability is Growing

Reconciliation and Forestry


Status of BC’s Old Forests Report 2021

2019 Regional Supply Chain Study

Smart Future

WoodWORKS! BC

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Canada Wood Today

Forest Industry Job Postings

Insights

COFI Releases a New Report on Building for the Future

VANCOUVER, BC (September 4, 2024) – The BC Council of Forest Industries today released a new report highlighting the vital role BC wood products play in ensuring the supply of cost-effective, climate-resilient building materials for affordable housing.   On April 10,...

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