FESBC is currently accepting applications for funding for projects and proponents that meet eligibility criteria for Fibre Utilization or Wildfire Risk Reduction. Please read the eligibility criteria in the funding program guides below for details. The video webinar is a great resource for anyone who would like more information on how to apply for funding. Visit our Contacts page to ask one of the Operations Managers a specific question about your project.
Webinar
On June 25, 2024 at 9 a.m. (PST), FESBC hosted an information session via Zoom for potential applicants to review the application process on the Forest Enhancement Society of BC’s Application Process. Click the button below to watch a recording of the session.
FESBC 2025-27 Fibre Utilization Funding Program Guide
The Forest Enhancement Society of BC (FESBC) is accepting applications to fund projects that encourage diversity and innovation by the forest sector to utilize uneconomical residual fibre located on provincial crown land. FESBC is committed to fund projects that increase residual fibre utilization by non-lumber producing facilities, utilize fibre from fire and insect damaged stands and minimize emissions associated with open burning.
FESBC 2025-27 Wildfire Risk Reduction Funding Program Guide
The Forest Enhancement Society of BC (FESBC) is accepting applications to fund projects to assist the Province of British Columbia in reducing wildfire risk and increasing community resiliency to wildfire across BC. FESBC is committed to ensure wildfire risk reduction projects approved by FESBC’s management are aligned with both the Ministry of Forests and the BC Wildfire Services Branch priorities and standards.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted on the Forest Enhancement Society Information Management System (FESIMS).
FESBC gratefully acknowledges the financial support of the Province of British Columbia through the Ministry of Forests.