​2026 WINTER WORKSHOP

February 18,  Vancouver Island University
Silvicultural investments for complex goals.
This lecture series and much-anticipated networking opportunity will be hosted at VIU's Nanaimo campus on the traditional lands of the Snuneymuxw First Nation.

Modern silvicultural practices are shifting in this time of social, economic, and environmental complexity. On public lands there is more focus than ever on managing for multiple values beyond timber; however, the BC Government continues to set ambitious timber supply goals. How can coastal silvicultural practices adapt to support all of the expectations placed on our forests? What are the most effective investments we can choose?

In this year's CSC winter workshop, we will attempt to answer these questions and more as we explore:
  • BC Government expectations and the continued role of silvicultural interventions in meeting landscape goals.
  • Perspectives from Crown licensees, private land holders, BCTS, and American silviculturalists.
  • Stand-level modelling and economic analysis.
  • Changes and challenges to vegetation management practices.
Please register in advance, as this event often sells out.
​We will not be accepting walk-ins. ​
LOCATION
Malaspina Theatre (Building 310)
Vancouver Island University
​Nanaimo Campus
PARKING
We recommend parking in lots F or E.
Please ensure you are parked in a lot marked as GENERAL or ECONOMY and purchase the correct amount time to cover your time on campus.
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The CSC is not responsible for any parking tickets or fees incurred while attending the workshop.

ACCESSIBILITY
If you are in need of an accessible parking spot, please email us.
REFUNDS
Refunds can be requested upto 24 hours before the workshop.
Please email us to initiate a refund!

WORKSHOP MATERIALS

Workshop materials will be made available to registrants shortly before the workshop - please check the email you registered with for a link to access the schedule, workshop booklet, and venue information.
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