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Forestry Innovation Investment has opened applications for its Wood First Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Opportunity Details
The Wood First Program promotes the use of wood and innovative wood construction technologies in British Columbia. It aims to position the province as a showcase for wood products across construction, interior design, and daily living.
Total Funding (2026/27): $2.5 million
Investment Categories and Allocations:
Strengthening Manufacturing & Business Capacity: $900,000 – to improve efficiency, competitiveness, and sector capacity
Research & Innovation: $850,000 – to support new technologies, products, or processes in the wood sector
Education & Skills Development: $600,000 – for workforce training, professional development, and readiness in the wood industry
Marketing, Promotion & Outreach: $150,000 – to raise awareness of Wood First initiatives and encourage wood product uptake
Industry Groups/Associations: Representing multi-company interests, large geographic areas, or the majority of producers of a species or product category
Academic & Research Institutions: Universities, colleges, trade schools
Indigenous Organizations: First Nations regional Tribal Councils and Indigenous non-profit organizations
Government Entities: B.C. government ministries, agencies, and municipal non-profit organizations
Confirm eligibility according to FII/Wood First criteria.
Align proposals with program objectives and investment categories.
Demonstrate expected impact on innovation, capacity, skills, or market promotion.
Submit applications according to the Wood First Call for Proposals guidelines before the deadline.
