<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[BC Community Forest Association]]></title><description><![CDATA[We promote and support the practice and expansion of sustainable community forest management in BC. Local People. Local Forests. Local Decisions.

​]]></description><link>https://www.bccfa.ca/news</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:18:11 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.bccfa.ca/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Creston Community Forest Featured in Film Highlighting Wildfire Resilience and Local Forest Management]]></title><description><![CDATA[Creston, B.C.:  The Creston Community Forest (CCF) is featured in a new film as part of a province-wide project led by the BC Community Forest Association (BCCFA), showcasing the work and impact of community forests across British Columbia. The film highlights how the CCF is managing its forests to support local priorities, including wildfire risk reduction, recreation, and long-term sustainability.   “We’re excited to share this film as a way to show the work that happens on the ground and...]]></description><link>https://www.bccfa.ca/post/creston-community-forest-featured-in-film-highlighting-wildfire-resilience-and-local-forest-manageme</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e66e2a930722cfe9174e91</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:20:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b776e1_2aa457a0fe2943e8be6084f3ed0131b4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Film Showcases Sunshine Coast Community Forest’s Long-Term Vision for Land, Water, and Community]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sechelt, B.C. –  The Sunshine Coast Community Forest (SCCF) is featured in a new film as part of a province-wide project led by the BC Community Forest Association (BCCFA), showcasing the work and impact of community forests across British Columbia. The film highlights how the SCCF is taking a long-term, community-driven approach to forest management, one that balances ecological health, community priorities, and sustainable economic activity. “The Sunshine Coast Community Forest manages its...]]></description><link>https://www.bccfa.ca/post/new-film-showcases-sunshine-coast-community-forest-s-long-term-vision-for-land-water-and-community</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d5866410427b2b314a68a7</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:30:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b776e1_9edc91fee2b2447ba662dcb391a3a699~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Logan Lake Community Forest Featured in New Film Celebrating Forestry and Community Stewardship]]></title><description><![CDATA[Logan Lake, B.C. –  The Logan Lake Community Forest (LLCF) has released a new film as part of a province-wide project led by the BC Community Forest Association (BCCFA), to celebrate the stories and draw awareness to the successes of community forests across British Columbia. The film offers an insightful look into how the LLCF plays a key role in maintaining the region’s ecological health while supporting the local economy, helping mitigate wildfire risk, and providing recreational...]]></description><link>https://www.bccfa.ca/post/logan-lake-community-forest-featured-in-new-film-celebrating-forestry-and-community-stewardship</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69bace53293fee368c7ffc2b</guid><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:11:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b776e1_0001a26c6fd74fce91fd22d7dd187d65~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chinook Community Forest Launches New Film Celebrating Local Stewardship and Wildfire Resilience]]></title><description><![CDATA[Burns Lake, B.C. –  The Chinook Community Forest (CCF) has released a new film as part of a province-wide project led by the BC Community Forest Association (BCCFA), to celebrate the stories and successes of community forests across British Columbia. The film highlights the important role the CCF plays in supporting local priorities of the community such as reducing wildfire risk, enhancing wildlife habitat, forest health, and reinvesting in the community. “The Chinook Community Forest...]]></description><link>https://www.bccfa.ca/post/chinook-community-forest-launches-new-film-celebrating-local-stewardship-and-wildfire-resilience</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a5df7f94843aee687f1779</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:57:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b776e1_2f35338a469b4a4ea4ae4e4ab4468a26~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Our Forest: New Film Showcases Impact of the West Boundary Community Forest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Midway, B.C. – In partnership with the BC Community Forest Association (BCCFA), the West Boundary Community Forest (WBCF) has released a new film, entitled ‘Our Forest’, to showcase the values, objectives, and diverse activities happening within its locally managed forest. The short video is part of a province-wide project led by the BCCFA to celebrate the stories and draw awareness to the successes of community forests across British Columbia. “We’re excited to share this film and work in...]]></description><link>https://www.bccfa.ca/post/our-forest-new-film-showcases-impact-of-the-west-boundary-community-forest</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6996031b4c11d313e89551c1</guid><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 18:22:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b776e1_8aaa2f4840494c62ad52dc4158f66602~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Provincial Forestry Advisory Council's Report]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are pleased with the level of research and the thoughtful work that has gone into the Provincial Forestry Advisory Council report.]]></description><link>https://www.bccfa.ca/post/provincial-forestry-advisory-council-s-report</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6982874599fa9e70ea6344e9</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 23:44:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b776e1_781a0080576d4c198f4ae0a50f8f779f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The BC Community Forest Association Launches ‘Rooted Together’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Film Highlights the Power of Community Forestry in British Columbia VICTORIA, B.C. - The Traditional Territory of the Lekwungen Peoples:  The BC Community Forest Association (BCCFA) has released a new film entitled Rooted Together , created to highlight the value and impact of community forests throughout British Columbia. The film explores how community forests support environmental stewardship, local economies, and strong, resilient communities throughout the province. The film centres on a...]]></description><link>https://www.bccfa.ca/post/the-bc-community-forest-association-launches-rooted-together</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69815462c4985a62af4d63a6</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:30:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b776e1_3c7970d8781c43edb1eb409a3dff7bc9~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[BCCFA Launches 2025 Indicators Report and New Brand ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The BC Community Forest Association (BCCFA) has released its 2025 Community Forest Indicators Report: Measuring the Benefits of Community...]]></description><link>https://www.bccfa.ca/post/bccfa-launches-2025-indicators-report-and-new-brand</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68cc40fdb8eb079bcb057fe7</guid><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 17:04:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure 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Forests Mandated to Expand BC’s Community Forest Program ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mandate allows the BCCFA to secure a more sustainable future for First Nations and communities that depend on local forests for their economic strength by expanding the community forest program.]]></description><link>https://www.bccfa.ca/post/community-forest-expansion-confirmed-in-ministry-of-forests-mandated-letter</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68771f7d3884aebe546d0c16</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 04:43:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b776e1_755f193c44a44672bfebcc74a1d344cb~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[BCCFA Congratulates Newly Announced Three Rivers Community Forest in Quesnel, BC]]></title><description><![CDATA[BCCFA Congratulates Newly Announced Three Rivers Community Forest in Quesnel, 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