2026 Woodlots BC Conference
In-person registration is now closed; virtual registration is still open.
Thank you to everyone who registered. In person spaces for the 2026 Woodlots BC Conference are full and registration has closed.
Virtual registration is still open. For $100 you can join the Saturday sessions online. Use the button below to register.

The conference is a three-day event offering invaluable networking, local field trips, speakers, evening banquet and silent auction.
- Day 1 (Thursday, October 1) starts in the evening and includes a meet and greet, and the Woodlots BC’s Annual General Meeting.
- Day 2 (Friday, October 2) is a full day of field tours (including lunch), and a casual dinner.
- Day 3 (Saturday, October 3) includes speakers, sessions and the banquet.
Travel Information
Tigh-Na-Mara is located on the sandy beaches of Parksville BC. Parksville is north central on the east side of Vancouver island.
Travelling to a conference on the island can involve some tricky planning. We’ve compiled a few helpful tips for you!
Hotel reservations can be booked now by calling Tigh-Na-Mara (1-800-663-7373) and quoting “Woodlots BC” for a discounted rate. See document below for room types and rates.
Sponsorship Opportunities
This event serves as a vital platform for BC woodlot licensees, First Nations communities, researchers, practitioners, contractors, government staff, and other stakeholders in small-scale forestry to come together.
Your sponsorship helps foster these connections, and Woodlots BC is proud to facilitate this meaningful exchange of ideas and experiences.
It’s not too late to sign up as a sponsor!



