WHERE THE LUMBER INDUSTRY CONNECTS
BRINGING THE FOREST INDUSTRY TOGETHER SINCE 1946
Founded in 1946, BCWLA began as a small group of lumber wholesalers who came together to strengthen connections and build community within our industry. Over the decades, what started as a local initiative has grown into a province-wide network that brings together wholesalers, distributors, sawmills, remanufacturers and partners across the value-added sector.
Today, BCWLA is known for its signature events, strong member network, and commitment to collaboration across the supply chain.
OUR ROOTS
The group that came together in 1946 wasn’t just connected by timber — they shared a belief in doing things the right way: strong ethics, trusted relationships, and pride in their work.
That same spirit lives on today. What began as a group of wholesalers is now a growing network that touches every corner of BC’s forestry industry.
You can still feel it in every handshake, at every event; where deals are made, ideas are exchanged, and the relationships that keep our industry strong are built. A lot has changed, but our purpose hasn’t.
JOIN THE PEOPLE WHO
KEEP THE INDUSTRY MOVING
BCWLA membership brings you face-to-face with the people who drive BC’s lumber industry forward – from sawmills and wholesalers to logistics providers, financial experts, and service partners across the supply chain.
In a close-knit industry like ours, relationships matter. And there’s no substitute for connecting in person – something BCWLA has been making possible for decades.
