WELCOME
British Columbia Community Forest Association
The BC Community Forest Association represents over 100 rural and Indigenous communities across our province.
We share a vision of a network of diverse community forest initiatives, where local people practice ecologically responsible forest management in perpetuity, fostering and supporting healthy and vibrant rural communities and economies.
OUR WORK
We promote and support the practice and expansion of sustainable community forest management in British Columbia.
At the BCCFA, we advocate for community forestry as a strategy for ecosystem resilience and community economic development. We act as the collective voice for community forests and provide education and support to ensure their viability in rural and indigenous communities.
Sustainable Forestry
Culturally, ecologically, and economically sustainable forestry in perpetuity.
First Nation Participation
Practice of community forest initiatives in a manner which respects First Nation rights and cultural values, and which fosters understanding and cooperation between rural communities and First Nations.
Local Jobs
Support for local, forest-based employment and safe work practices.
Resilient Ecosystems
Resilient ecosystems as a basis for social, ecological and economic health.
Land Stewardship
Community responsibility for land stewardship.
Local Representation
Meaningful representation of community members in community forest initiatives.
Public Decision Making
Informed public participation in community forest decision-making.
Innovation
Leading edge forest practices.
UPCOMING EVENT
BCCFA 2026
CONFERENCE & AGM
June 3–5, 2026 | Vernon, BC
