Old Growth Forests - What Is the Path Forward

This webinar explores the highly contentious management of old growth forests in British Columbia. The consensus among the presenters is that a radical paradigm shift is essential, replacing the current timber-focused system with one that prioritizes ecosystem health and biodiversity. Key themes include the importance of empowering First Nations to lead local planning processes, intense debate over the true extent of remaining old growth data, and the failure of provincial government intent to implement past strategic recommendations. The discussion stresses that adopting an integrated, land-centric approach is the only viable path to stewardship for future generations.

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University of British Columbia

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Author C. Brown, R.J. Dennis Sr., R. Holt, G. Merkel
Publication Year 2022
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Last Updated January 28, 2026, 20:04 (UTC)
Created January 28, 2026, 18:22 (UTC)