INDIGENOUS FORESTRY
CONFERENCE

2025

Stewarding Territory.
Advancing Opportunity.

September 15-16, 2025
Snuneymuxw Territory
Nanaimo, BC

Co-hosted with:

Thank you
to all who attended
in 2025.
Stay tuned for
2026 dates!

The Indigenous Forestry Conference brings together leaders, knowledge keepers, and industry experts to shape the future of forest stewardship.

Centered on Indigenous values, the event explores sustainable practices, economic empowerment, and land-based solutions.

Registration Info

Why Attend?

The Indigenous Forestry Conference 2025 offers a unique opportunity to be part of a transformative conversation — and to take action.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with Indigenous leaders, industry experts, and policymakers driving change.
Knowledge Sharing: Learn how traditional knowledge and modern forestry practices can work together.
Economic Development: Discover strategies to grow sustainable, Indigenous-led forest economies.
Business Matchmaking: Meet directly with decision-makers to fast-track business and partnership opportunities.

Who Should Attend

Indigenous Leaders & Communities: Engage in shaping the future of land stewardship and forest-based economies.
Forestry Professionals: Collaborate on sustainable practices grounded in Indigenous values.
Policy Makers & Government Representatives: Support policy that advances equity, access, and Indigenous rights.
Entrepreneurs & Industry Partners: Discover opportunities to invest, innovate, and grow in partnership with Indigenous communities.

Hear directly from delegates and sponsors of IFC2025 as they share their experiences, insights, and key takeaways from the Indigenous Forestry Conference.