FIBRE UTILIZATION PROJECTS
The Forest Enhancement Society of BC (FESBC) is now accepting applications to fund projects that encourage diversity and innovation by the forest sector to utilize uneconomical residual fibre located on provincial crown land. FESBC is committed to fund projects that increase residual fibre utilization by non-lumber producing facilities, utilize fibre from fire and insect damaged stands and minimize emissions associated with open burning.
WEBINAR
On April 18th at 9 a.m. (PST), FESBC hosted a virtual information session via Zoom for potential applicants to review the application process on the Forest Enhancement Society’s Application Process. If you could not attend the session, click below to watch the recorded information session.
Watch the Recorded Information Session
WILDFIRE RISK REDUCTION PROJECTS
The Forest Enhancement Society of BC (FESBC) is accepting applications to fund projects to assist the Province of British Columbia in reducing wildfire risk and increasing community resiliency to wildfire across BC. FESBC is committed to ensure wildfire risk reduction projects approved by the FESBC board are aligned with both the Ministry of Forests and the BC Wildfire Services Branch priorities and standards.
On June 28, 2022, at 2 pm (PST), FESBC hosted a virtual information session via Zoom for potential applicants to review the application process on the Forest Enhancement Society’s Information Management System and the guidebook.
If you were unable to attend, please Watch the Session Here.
Projects for Improving Habitat for Wildlife
FESBC has committed up to $5.5M in funding to HCTF for wildlife projects in forested habitats. Proposed projects primarily focus on improving wildlife habitat. These projects are to be submitted to HCTF through their Restoration and Enhancement Grants application process and must meet HCTF review criteria and priorities.
Check the HCTF website for submission dates and further information: https://hctf.ca/apply-for-funding/
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted on the Forest Enhancement Society Information Management System (FESIMS).
FESIMS PORTALFESBC gratefully acknowledges the financial support of the Province of British Columbia through the Ministry of Forests.