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FII provides blog stories and news updates to keep the BC forest industry informed on our programs, partner activities and advancements in supporting the provincial forest sector.

A close-up shot shows the curved top and doorway of a thermally modified hemlock sauna. The light-colored wood has vertical panels and a smooth, rounded arch forming the roof and the top of the doorframe. A small, round ventilation hole is visible near the peak of the arch. The interior of the sauna is dark and out of focus. In the blurred background, stacks of lumber are visible.
A close-up shot shows the curved top and doorway of a thermally modified hemlock sauna. The light-colored wood has vertical panels and a smooth, rounded arch forming the roof and the top of the doorframe. A small, round ventilation hole is visible near the peak of the arch. The interior of the sauna is dark and out of focus. In the blurred background, stacks of lumber are visible.
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April 7, 2025

Thermally modified western hemlock gains traction in Vietnam

Giang Minh Co., Ltd., a well-established manufacturer of saunas and furniture, has expanded its use of BC wood by incorporating thermally modified western hemlock, thanks to support from FII Vietnam. This move builds on their use of sustainable BC forest...

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November 24, 2023

New Wooden Hospital Serves as a Prototype for the Future

There are not many examples of hospitals being built with wood; however, Sakura Hospital in Chiba Prefecture is a prototype...

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November 17, 2023

Positioning British Columbia as a Sustainable Alternative at VietnamWood 2023

Showcasing the benefits of using Canadian wood, Canadian Wood Vietnam (FII Vietnam) participated in VietnamWood 2023, September 20-23 VietnamWood is...

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October 6, 2023

WPAC Accelerates Post-pandemic Engagements with Japan

Renewable energy is considered indispensable to Japan’s pledge to decarbonize. As part of its goal to become carbon neutral by...

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September 29, 2023

Breaking the Sound Barrier: New Rules Pave the Way for Wood in the Multi-family Sector

Multi-family housing technology has gained attention in Korea as developers seek to improve the efficiency of their existing building portfolios...

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September 22, 2023

Re-opened Borders Bring B.C. Value-added Producers Rushing Back to the Japan Home & Building Show

Since BC Wood opened its Japan office several decades ago, national trade shows at Tokyo Big Sight have been the...

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August 24, 2023

Wood’s Role in Reducing Carbon in the Built Environment

FII is committed to leveraging wood’s role in the built environment to combat climate change through embodied carbon reduction. The...

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August 22, 2023

Building Community and Capacity

B.C.’s wood industry thrives on innovation and expertise. Through education, collaboration, and support, professionals and organizations in the sector continue...

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July 28, 2023

Engaging India’s Building and Design Community at Index Fair 2023

FII India’s participation at Index Fair educates and inspires industry professionals on the benefits of using certified wood from B.C.’s...

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July 27, 2023

Exploring the Future of Sustainable Housing in China

A prominent industry forum held on June 19th in Beijing highlights the growing importance of modern wood structures for sustainable...

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