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New council aims to protect BC forestry sector  

Recommendations will be made to help support forestry in BC through a newly formed council to advance stewardship and support communities and workers who rely on the industry.  

Members of the newly formed Provincial Forest Advisory Council include members of government and the BC Green Party, and according to the province, it’ll be up to them to ensure there is clear and measurable outcomes that support healthy forests, ecosystems ,and forestry sector.   

The council is scheduled to consult with industry partners including the Provincial Forestry Forum and ecological, environmental and biodiversity experts to engage members of the public for feedback and honour working relationships with First Nations.  

House leader for the BC Greens Rob Botterell says it’s time to stand up and make sure BC has a vast Forestry sector and its future depends on how it’s protected and sustained. 

“The council presents an opportunity to advance bold, transformative and evidence-based actions that centre the health of our forests, support workers and communities,” he says.  

Minister of forests Ravi Parmar echoed Botterell’s commitment to protecting the forestry sector by saying it also ensures BC’s economy is protected. 

 “I have seen what forestry means,” he says. “It means good-paying jobs that support families and communities, all while protecting our biodiversity.” 

The council is expected to provide an interim report to the province this fall, with the final report expected at the end of the year. 

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