British Columbia’s (B.C.’s) diverse forest landscapes, and their proximity to communities, require forest management practices that uphold environmental, social and good governance values. Overview: Forest industry and practices in British Columbia, Canada (PDF) explores how B.C. is managing its forests to meet and exceed international standards. Provincial and national policies and practices are regularly reviewed and updated to reflect new science and evolving Canadian and international best practices.
B.C.’s efforts contribute to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (external link) (UN SDGs), focused on promoting global health and prosperity while protecting the planet.