Executive Director’s Newsletter April 2024
Apr 25, 2024
FESBC’s Executive Director to Address Forestry’s Role in Rural Development at “Keeping it Rural” Conference
Apr 23, 2024
Faces of Forestry: Aurora Lavendar
Apr 17, 2024
Forest Enhancement Funding Boosts Sustainable Forest Management Efforts in Northwest B.C.
Apr 16, 2024
Executive Director’s Newsletter March 2024
Mar 28, 2024
Faces of FESBC: Trish Dohan, Board Treasurer
Mar 20, 2024
Ntityix Resources LP Enhances Wildfire Mitigation Work in West Kelowna
Mar 20, 2024
Canadian Biomass Magazine: finding value in leftover wood
Feb 16, 2024
Executive Director’s Newsletter February 2024
Feb 15, 2024
Faces of Forestry: Dave Gill
Feb 13, 2024
Osoyoos Indian Band and Mercer Celgar Work Together to Enhance the Use of “Waste Wood”
Feb 6, 2024
Skeetchestn Indian Band partners with industry to make better use of slash, as featured in CFJC TV Kamloops
Feb 1, 2024
A Local Interior First Nation Takes the Lead to Add Value to Low-Value Wood Fibre
Jan 31, 2024
Executive Director’s Newsletter January 2024
Jan 25, 2024
Truck Loggers Association Magazine Feature Story: Wildfire Strategies Waiting for the Phoenix to Rise
Jan 17, 2024
Faces of Forestry: Dave Peterson, Board Chair
Jan 17, 2024
FESBC Board Chair Dave Peterson to Address Urgent Wildfire Concerns at the Truck Loggers Association Convention and the Role of the Forest Enhancement Society of BC
Jan 11, 2024
Responding to the Climate Crisis in BC’s Forests in BC Forest Professional Magazine
Jan 8, 2024
Executive Director’s Newsletter December 2023
Dec 21, 2023
A First Nations-Owned Company’s Focus on Forest Rehabilitation through Wildfire Risk Reduction and Fibre Utilization
Dec 18, 2023
Fibre recovery and bioenergy projects make communities safer, writes the Wood Pellet Association of Canada in Canadian Biomass Magazine
Dec 14, 2023
Faces of Forestry: Greg Kilba
Dec 13, 2023
How the Province’s Largest Community Forest is Building Community Resilience to Wildfire in Rural B.C.
Dec 5, 2023
Executive Director’s Newsletter November 2023
Nov 30, 2023
FESBC promotes safe communities, creates jobs, supports forest industry
Nov 30, 2023
Faces of Forestry: Klay Tindall
Nov 22, 2023
Meet FESBC Operations Manager: Chris McGourlick
Nov 16, 2023
Finding Value in Wood Waste
Nov 8, 2023
Funding Bolsters Chinook Community Forest’s Vital Wildfire Risk Reduction Work
Oct 31, 2023
Executive Director’s Newsletter October 2023
Oct 26, 2023
Constraints to Forestry Innovation as featured in Truck Logger BC
Oct 25, 2023
Watch the FESBC announcement of the 42 Newly Funded Forest Enhancement Projects in B.C.
Oct 19, 2023
Faces of Forestry: Brittany Dewar, RPF
Oct 18, 2023
A First Nations Band Works to Reduce Wildfire Risk to the Community
Oct 11, 2023
A Practical Case for Utilizing Low Value Fibre Derived from Logging in BC Forest Professionals Magazine
Oct 4, 2023
Executive Director’s Newsletter September 2023
Sep 28, 2023
Predator Habitat Use in Partial Logging Areas Study in Skeena Part of $8M Conservation Funding
Sep 28, 2023
Moose Health Study in Omineca Part of $8M Conservation Funding
Sep 28, 2023
Reducing Wildfire Risk to Communities in Northwestern B.C.
Sep 21, 2023
Kamloops This Week – 2023 National Forest Week Publication Features FESBC Projects
Sep 20, 2023
Faces of Forestry: Dr. Robbie Hember, PhD, P.Ag, Forest Carbon Modeler
Sep 20, 2023
Newly Funded Projects to Help Utilize Waste Wood and Mitigate Wildfire Risk in B.C.
Sep 13, 2023
Six Newly Funded Forest Enhancement Projects in the Omineca Region
Sep 13, 2023
Five Newly Funded Forest Enhancement Projects in the Kootenay Boundary Region
Sep 13, 2023
Six Newly Funded Forest Enhancement Projects in the Cariboo Region
Sep 13, 2023
Nine Newly Funded Forest Enhancement Projects in the West Coast Region
Sep 13, 2023
Seven Newly Funded Forest Enhancement Projects in the Thompson Okanagan region
Sep 13, 2023
Two Newly Funded Forest Enhancement Projects in the South Coast Region
Sep 13, 2023
Elk Habitat Study on Central Vancouver Island Part of $8M Conservation Funding
Sep 12, 2023
FESBC 2022/2023 Annual Service Plan Report
Sep 5, 2023
Executive Director’s Newsletter August 2023
Aug 31, 2023
Faces of Forestry: Peter Flett, RPF, Operations Manager with Nk’Mip Forestry and West Boundary Community Forest
Aug 30, 2023
Elk Winter Range Enhancement in the Kootenays Part of $8M Conservation Funding
Aug 9, 2023
GSL Group Donates Ticket Proceeds from Two Popular BC Music Festivals to Support Urgent Wildfire Emergency Efforts
Aug 1, 2023
Executive Director’s Newsletter July 2023
Jul 27, 2023
Cougar Tracking in the Okanagan Part of $8M Conservation Funding
Jul 26, 2023
Faces of Forestry: Garrett McLaughlin, RPF, MSc, Technical Advisor, Province of B.C.
Jul 19, 2023
Five Wildfire Risk Reduction Projects to Better Protect Communities in the Boundary Region
Jul 13, 2023
Prescribed Burns and Sheep Habitat Enhancement in the Omineca-Peace Region
Jul 12, 2023
Executive Director’s Newsletter June 2023
Jun 29, 2023
Faces of Forestry: Percy Guichon
Jun 21, 2023
Reducing Wildfire Risk in Northern B.C.
Jun 20, 2023
Going Above and Beyond in Wildfire Risk Reduction Work
Jun 13, 2023
Meet FESBC Executive Assistant: Kathy Dupuis
Jun 7, 2023
Executive Director’s Newsletter May 2023
May 25, 2023
Faces of Forestry: Kelsey Winter
May 24, 2023
“Everyday Chores Make Everyday Heroes”: FESBC Supports FireSmart BC’s Spring Campaign
May 23, 2023
Recognizing the Outstanding Contributions of an FESBC Director
May 23, 2023
Wildfire Risk Reduction Project an Example of Collaboration
May 23, 2023
CFI Magazine Features the Incredible Story of how Community Efforts have Set Out to Reduce Wildfire Risk in and around Whistler, B.C.
May 10, 2023
A Community Effort to Reduce Wildfire Risk
May 9, 2023
Executive Director’s Newsletter April 2023
Apr 27, 2023
Faces of Forestry: Dr. Caren Dymond, PhD, P.Ag, Forest Carbon and Climate Change Researcher, Province of British Columbia
Apr 26, 2023
Transformational Accomplishments Report Wins Gold Hermes Creative Award
Apr 25, 2023
$8 Million in Funding Approved for Conservation Projects Across B.C.
Apr 24, 2023
FESBC Awarded $50M for Fibre Supply Boost, Wildfire Risk Mitigation, and Job Support – Funding Applications Now Being Accepted
Apr 12, 2023
FESBC Finalist for 2023 BC Cleantech Awards
Apr 3, 2023
Executive Director’s Newsletter March 2023
Mar 30, 2023
Faces of Forestry: Stephan Martineau
Mar 29, 2023
Accomplishments Update Highlights Nature-based Forestry Solutions Taking Action on Climate Change
Feb 17, 2023
A Model of Success in Wildfire Risk Reduction
Feb 17, 2023
Executive Director’s Newsletter February 2023
Feb 17, 2023
Faces of Forestry: Norah White
Feb 16, 2023
Small, Rural Communities in B.C. are Making Big Gains to Mitigate Climate Change
Feb 9, 2023
Reducing Wildfire Risk Through a Holistic Approach
Feb 1, 2023
A B.C. Community Co-operative Takes on Wildfire Prevention and Climate Change
Jan 31, 2023
Executive Director’s Newsletter January 2023
Jan 26, 2023
Faces of Forestry: Kim Haworth, RPF
Jan 26, 2023
B.C. provides funding to expand use of fibre and support forestry workers
Jan 19, 2023
Executive Director’s Newsletter December 2022
Dec 22, 2022
Faces of Forestry: Rebecca Werner, RFT
Dec 15, 2022
FESBC Names New Board Chair and Appoints New Board Members
Dec 13, 2022
Minister of Forests Announces 12 New Projects Funded by FESBC
Nov 29, 2022
Projects Underway in Cariboo Will Reduce Community Wildfire Risk, Enhance Forest Health
Nov 28, 2022
Projects Underway in Northeastern B.C. Will Reduce Community Wildfire Risk, Enhance Forest Health
Nov 28, 2022
Projects Underway in South Coast Will Reduce Community Wildfire Risk, Enhance Forest Health
Nov 28, 2022
Projects Underway in Thompson Okanagan Will Reduce Community Wildfire Risk, Enhance Forest Health
Nov 28, 2022
Projects Underway in Kootenay-Boundary Will Reduce Community Wildfire Risk, Enhance Forest Health
Nov 28, 2022
Executive Director’s Newsletter Nov. 2022
Nov 24, 2022
Faces of Forestry: Dan Macmaster
Nov 22, 2022
West Boundary Community Forest Takes on Five Wildfire Risk Reduction Projects
Nov 15, 2022
B.C. Community Forests Take Action to Reduce Wildfire Risk
Nov 8, 2022
FESBC and HCTF Take Habitat Enhancement to the Next Level Through Their Partnership
Nov 1, 2022
Executive Director’s Newsletter Oct. 2022
Oct 27, 2022
Faces of Forestry: Ken Nielsen
Oct 27, 2022
One Year Later: Logan Lake Community Forest Continues to Reduce Wildfire Risk to the Communities
Oct 25, 2022
Executive Director’s Newsletter Sep. 2022
Sep 29, 2022
Faces of Forestry: Kirsteen Laing
Sep 29, 2022
Wildfire Risk Reduction Work Amplifies Local Contractors and Opportunities
Sep 28, 2022
Kamloops This Week – 2022 National Forest Week Publication Features FESBC Projects
Sep 24, 2022
2022 Accomplishments Report Celebrates 263 Transformational Forestry Projects
Sep 7, 2022
Executive Director’s Newsletter August 2022
Sep 1, 2022
Reducing Wildfire Risk in Kaslo Increases Community Safety
Aug 30, 2022
Faces of Forestry: Steve Law
Aug 29, 2022
Minister of Forests Announces New Projects Funded by FESBC
Aug 26, 2022
Canadian Biomass Magazine: Using Residual Wood Fibre to Bring Clean Energy to Local Community
Aug 10, 2022
Executive Director’s Newsletter Jul. 2022
Jul 29, 2022
A Community Forest Reduces Wildfire Risk, Increases Employment
Jul 28, 2022
Faces of Forestry: Frances Swan
Jul 27, 2022
Celebrating 134 B.C. Forestry Projects Taking Action on Climate Change
Jul 21, 2022
Boundary’s Wildfire Risk Reduction Project a Model of Collaboration
Jul 19, 2022
Climate Change Heroes “Golden” in the 2022 MUSE Creative Awards
Jul 13, 2022
Province provides update on wildfire season, latest seasonal outlook
Jul 8, 2022
Lower Nicola Indian Band Creating Community Safety through Partnerships
Jul 5, 2022
Executive Director’s Newsletter Jun. 2022
Jul 4, 2022
Faces of Forestry: Francis Johnson
Jun 28, 2022
Meet FESBC Office Manager: Joyce Clarke
Jun 27, 2022
Meet FESBC Operations Manager: Brian Watson
Jun 23, 2022
FESBC Awarded $25 Million in Funding to Help Protect Communities from Wildfire Risk
Jun 20, 2022
Province provides funding to reduce community wildfire risks, enhance forest health
Jun 16, 2022
Salvage Project: Clinton Community Forest
Feb 21, 2022
Faces of Forestry: John Davies
Feb 21, 2022
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S NEWSLETTER Feb. 2022
Feb 17, 2022
Seeding Innovation in Forestry
Feb 15, 2022
Faces of Forestry: Erin Robinson
Jan 31, 2022
Executive Director’s Newsletter Jan. 2022
Jan 28, 2022
Making Bioenergy from Wood Waste in Golden B.C.
Jan 27, 2022
BC FireSmart Committee Thanks BCAA
Jan 25, 2022
Executive Director’s Newsletter DEC. 2021
Dec 31, 2021
Proactive Work Reduces Wildfire Risk in Sicamous
Dec 8, 2021
62 Forestry Projects Throughout B.C. Led by Indigenous Peoples
Dec 1, 2021
Taking Action on Climate Change
Nov 30, 2021
Executive Director’s Newsletter NOV. 2021
Nov 25, 2021
Protecting a Village and Creating Bioenergy
Nov 24, 2021
More burning needed to protect forests
Nov 18, 2021
Low Grade Wood = High Grade Benefits
Nov 4, 2021
Executive Director’s Newsletter Oct. 2021
Oct 29, 2021
B.C. Forestry Workers Are Climate Change Heroes Brochure
Oct 26, 2021
Taan People Create Spaces for Wildlife in Haida Gwaii
Oct 19, 2021
100 Mile House Emergency Response Update
Oct 12, 2021
Executive Director’s Newsletter SEPT. 2021
Oct 4, 2021
BCAA, FESBC & FireSmart BC – Teaming up for Wildfire Resiliency
Sep 29, 2021
Wildfire Risk Has Been Reduced to Protect a Kootenay “Jewel”
Sep 29, 2021
Why Planting Trees is Good for the Environment
Sep 28, 2021
Logan Lake hoping to step up fire mitigation efforts with funding from Forest Enhancement Society of BC
Sep 27, 2021
Bioenergy Insight Magazine: Forest sector helps BC take action on climate change
Sep 24, 2021
Kamloops This Week – 2021 National Forest Week Publication Features FESBC Projects
Sep 22, 2021
B.C. Forestry Workers are Climate Change Heroes
Sep 20, 2021
Community Forest Indicators 2021 – Measuring the Benefits of Community Forestry
Sep 17, 2021
Forest Restoration for Marten and Weasels Receives Part of $9.3 Million in Funding
Sep 15, 2021
Northwest Forestry Project Sees Positive Environmental and Economic Benefits
Sep 9, 2021
120 Communities Throughout B.C. Reduce their Risk from Wildfire – South Coast & Vancouver Island Regions
Sep 1, 2021
120 Communities Throughout B.C. Reduce their Risk from Wildfire – Skeena and Omineca Regions
Sep 1, 2021
120 Communities Throughout B.C. Reduce their Risk from Wildfire – Cariboo
Sep 1, 2021
120 Communities Throughout B.C. Reduce their Risk from Wildfire – Kootenay Region
Sep 1, 2021
120 Communities Throughout B.C. Reduce their Risk from Wildfire – Thompson, Nicola, Okanagan
Sep 1, 2021
Truck Logger Magazine – Fibre Utilization Win-Win
Aug 23, 2021
Roosevelt Elk Habitat Project on Vancouver Island Receives Part of $9.3 Million in Funding
Aug 17, 2021
Bridging the gap: Log hauler transitions to grinding residual fibre – Canadian Forest Industries Magazine
Aug 11, 2021
Moose Food Enhancement Project in the Skeena Region Receives Part of $9.3 Million Funding
Aug 10, 2021
Lower Mainland Conservation Projects Receive Part of $9.3 Million in Funding
Jul 28, 2021
39 Forestry Projects Protect and Enhance B.C.’s Recreational Values
Jul 27, 2021
Mackenzie Mill Maximizes Wood Fibre with Grant: “It’s the Right Thing To Do”
Jul 22, 2021
$9.3 Million for Wildlife, Fish and Habitat Including Projects in the Kootenays
Jul 21, 2021
Taking Action on Climate Change: a First Nations + Industry Collaboration
Jul 14, 2021
$9.3 Million for Wildlife, Fish and Habitat Including Steelhead in Southern B.C.
Jul 13, 2021
Community of Mackenzie Now has a Safe Emergency Evacuation Route
Jul 12, 2021
Northwest B.C. Fibre Supporting Coastal Pulp Sector
Jul 8, 2021
Valley Carriers Story Featured in Canadian Forest Industries Wood Business Magazine
Jun 30, 2021
Helping A Community Forest Rebuild for the Future
Jun 29, 2021
Mercer Celgar and Forest Workers Reduce Greenhouse Emissions in the Kootenays
Jun 22, 2021
April 2021 Mandate Letter
Apr 21, 2021
View our 2021/22 – 2023/24 Service Plan
Apr 21, 2021
Accomplishments Update Highlights – 14 New FESBC Projects Throughout B.C.
Apr 13, 2021
Wells Gray Community Forest Enhancement Project Achieved Through Collaboration & Innovation
Mar 30, 2021
Slashing Wood Waste and Greenhouse Gas Emissions in the Nicola Valley
Mar 26, 2021
Fire Followers Exhibit at Beaty Biodiversity Museum
Mar 16, 2021
Collaboration in the Okanagan is Reducing Wildfire Risk to Water Supply
Feb 10, 2021
New grants to help use more wood fibre
Feb 1, 2021
Cariboo Wildfire Risk Reduction Project Nears Completion
Jan 26, 2021
Sarah Fraser Appointed to FESBC Board
Jan 12, 2021
A Community Focuses on Forest Health and Wildfire Risk Mitigation
Dec 17, 2020
Ember the FireSmart Fox Name chosen after nationwide online contest by FireSmart BC
Dec 14, 2020
Wildfire Risk Reduction Projects on the Move to Safeguard Okanagan Watersheds
Dec 10, 2020
The Forest Enhancement Society of BC Announces Intake 7
Sep 28, 2020
FESBC Launches its 2020 Accomplishments Report
Sep 21, 2020
Partnership Supports Local Jobs, Reduces Carbon Emissions
Sep 17, 2020
Creating Economic and Environmental Benefits for Rural and Urban Communities
Sep 10, 2020
Work Heats Up to Cool Down Wildfire Risk in 100 Mile House
Sep 3, 2020
The Pinnacle of Emission Reduction and Fibre Recovery in Smithers
Aug 27, 2020
Thank You Tree Planters
Aug 13, 2020
Forestry Project Cuts Carbon, Boosts Bulkley Jobs
Aug 13, 2020
First Nations work together to increase wood-fibre use
Aug 6, 2020
Tree Buffer to Reduce Wildfire Risk for Granisle Residents
Jul 29, 2020
Terrace Community Forest Cuts Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Jul 23, 2020
First Nations’ Forestry Projects Generate Jobs, Green Energy
Jul 16, 2020
Funding for Southern Interior Mule Deer Research and 180 Conservation Projects Across BC
Jul 14, 2020
Fire Rehabilitation Work Underway – South of Burns Lake
Jul 9, 2020
Funding for Replanting of Whitebark Pine Ecosystems in the Skeena Region and 180 Conservation Projects Across BC
Jun 25, 2020
Human/Grizzly Bear Coexistence Project in the Kootenays Gets Funding Plus 180 B.C. Conservation Projects
Jun 18, 2020
$9.2 M in Funding for South Coastal Northern Goshawk Research and Conservation Projects Across BC
Jun 11, 2020
PacBio Complete McBride Residual Fibre Recovery Project
Jun 8, 2020
Endangered Vancouver Island Marmot Recovery – part of the $9.2 M for B.C. Conservation Projects
Jun 4, 2020
From Propane to Biomass: FESBC Funded Project Featured in Canadian Biomass Magazine
May 21, 2020
$9.2 Million for Wildlife, Fish and Habitat Including Fishers in the BC Interior
May 13, 2020
BC FireSmart teams up with Timber Kings’ star Bryan Reid!
May 12, 2020
FESBC Announces Interim Board Chair
May 1, 2020
B.C. Based Organizations Partner to Improve Forest Fibre Utilization and Forest Resilience
Apr 22, 2020
250 Reasons why B.C.’s Forests are Better Today
Mar 5, 2020
Grants to Help Make Use of Wood Fibre
Jan 30, 2020
FESBC Fights Climate Change and Creates Jobs in the Green Economy
Dec 9, 2019
Safeguarding Big White through Wildfire Risk Reduction
Dec 1, 2019
FESBC-funded Project in Nazko Shows Value in Wildfire Risk Mitigation Work
Nov 18, 2019
Ravi Kahlon Announces $27M in Project Grants – News Release – November 2019
Nov 13, 2019
Wildfire Risk Reduction Project in the Shuswap Ready to Go!
Nov 6, 2019
FESBC to Share Wildfire Risk Project Details at Water Supply Association of B.C. Conference
Nov 5, 2019
Protecting Baldy Mountain Resort: Rural Wildfire Risk Reduction Project Successfully Completed
Oct 25, 2019
Managing Community Forests: Cariboo Wildfire Risk Reduction Projects
Oct 22, 2019
Woodlot Challenges and Opportunities – Theme for the 2019 Federation of B.C. Woodlot Association AGM & Conference
Oct 6, 2019
Working Together: Theme for the 2019 SISCO Fall Field Tour in the Okanagan
Oct 1, 2019
Keeping Campers Safe: Wildfire Risk Reduction at Agur Lake Camp
Sep 23, 2019
West Chilcotin Fibre Utilization Project a Success
Sep 1, 2019
Terrace Community Forest Seeks to Enhance Timber Supply and Wildlife Habitat
Aug 27, 2019
Wildfire Risk Reduction Projects Obtain Funding to Protect Critical Okanagan Watersheds
Jul 30, 2019
Collaborative Community Forest Project Leads to Unique Prescription Recommendations
Jun 26, 2019
Syilx Stewardship Project Collaborates to Reduce Wildfire Risk in Peachland
Jun 20, 2019
Barkerville Historic Town & Park Completes First Phase of Wildfire Mitigation Work
Jun 11, 2019
Community Forests: Exceptional Work in Local Forests by Local People Making Local Decisions
Jun 7, 2019
Province Boosts Support for Emergency Preparedness, Wildfire Risk Reduction
May 24, 2019
Falkland Forest Rehabilitation Project: 129,000 Trees Planted Spring 2019
May 15, 2019
Close to Completion: Wildfire Risk Mitigation Project in Cheakamus Community Forest
May 8, 2019
Forestry Project on Haida Gwaii Incorporates Haida Culture While Treating the Land
Apr 29, 2019
FESBC Funded Fibre Recovery Project underway in Anahim Lake
Apr 15, 2019
Mule Deer Winter Range Enhancement and Wildfire Risk Mitigation Project Sees Positive Outcomes in Williams Lake Community Forest
Apr 14, 2019
Wildfire Risk Mitigation Project Underway in Kelowna Area
Mar 21, 2019
News Release – Province Announces $134M to Re-grow B.C.’s Forests, Support Communities
Apr 6, 2018
Forestry project aims to protect Williams Lake from wildfire threats
Jul 6, 2017
$150-million Reforestation Investment Will Help Fight Climate Change, Create More Rural Jobs
Feb 17, 2017
Slocan Valley Wildfire Protection Plan gets Support from the Province – The Valley Voice
Nov 17, 2016
Partnership to restore forest
Oct 26, 2016
Okanagan Project Aims to Preserve and Restore Garnet Valley
Oct 25, 2016