Forestry Career Paths

Our 'I AM FORESTRY’ video series features Indigenous professionals working in British Columbia’s forest sector. Follow their journeys as they share a day in the life at work, offering insights and inspiration for young professionals and students eager to join the forestry sector. Explore our career guides to learn more about the diverse career options in forestry.

Job Profile Resources

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A Guide to Green Jobs in Canada

The Guide to Green Jobs in Canada is a collection of interviews from different Indigenous people working in the Canadian Forestry Industry. This Guide will inform you on who each person is, why they chose their career, what being Indigenous in Forestry means to them, and the path they took to get where they are today.

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Career Zone Forestry

The BC Ministry of Education Career Zone Guide provides a general background on the BC Forestry sector, specific information on the four primary Forestry sub-sectors, and sample bundles of high school and post-secondary courses and training that prepare you for a desired career. 

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Workwild Forest Career Guide

The Workwild Forest Career Guide is a describes many different careers that find their home within Forestry. This Guide outlines the educational requirements and salary range for a host of different occupations and provides a description of the job duties of each occupation. 

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