Why Attend
The 3rd Annual Indigenous Forestry Conference, held in Prince George in September 2026, brings together leaders, knowledge keepers, and industry experts to shape the future of forest stewardship through Indigenous values, sustainable practices, and land-based solutions. Delegates will leave with meaningful connections to leaders, policymakers, and decision-makers driving change, along with practical strategies to grow Indigenous-led forest economies, insight into how traditional knowledge and modern forestry practices work together, and direct business matchmaking opportunities to fast-track partnerships. This is more than a conference—it's a call to action.
Who Should Attend
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Indigenous Leaders & Communities: Engage in shaping the future of land stewardship and forest-based economies.
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Forestry Professionals: Collaborate on sustainable practices grounded in Indigenous values.
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Policy Makers & Government Representatives: Support policy that advances equity, access, and Indigenous rights.
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Entrepreneurs & Industry Partners: Discover opportunities to invest, innovate, and grow in partnership with Indigenous communities.
Our Co-Host Nation
The Indigenous Forestry Conference is proudly co-hosted by the Lheidli T'enneh First Nation, whose traditional territory includes the city of Prince George. A motivated and determined Nation with over 900 members, the Lheidli T'enneh work to develop economic opportunities while preserving and practicing their traditional culture and land-based ways of life — making them a natural and fitting host for a conference at the intersection of Indigenous values and forest stewardship.
Interested in Sponsoring IFC 2026?
Our events are made possible through the generosity of partners who believe in what we're building together. If your organization is looking for a meaningful way to connect with Indigenous economic development — whether through an upcoming event or a longer-term partnership — we'd love to have a conversation.
Every partnership we form is bespoke, shaped around your goals and ours.
Our Delegates
Hear directly from delegates and sponsors of IFC2025 as they share their experiences, insights, and key takeaways from the Indigenous Forestry Conference.
Kim Haakstad, BC Council of Forest Industries on #IFC2025
Kim Haakstad, BC Council of Forest Industries on #IFC2025
David Clifton, Meraki on #IFC2025
Lennard Joe, First Nations Forestry Council on #IFC2025
Michael Berger, PEFC on #IFC2025
Shannon Janzen, Provincial Forest Advisory Council on #IFC2025
Scott Robertson, PEFC on #IFC20205
Rick Harris, Delta Forestry Group on #IFC2025
Chris Harvey, PEFC on #IFC2025
