The Ancient Forest Alliance (AFA) is a registered charitable organization working to protect BC’s endangered old-growth forests and to ensure a sustainable, value-added, second-growth forest industry.
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VIDEO: Inside Kanaka Bar’s Conservation Plan: Protecting Rare Ecosystems & Indigenous Culture
We’re excited to share an amazing new video with you featuring the Kanaka Bar Indian Band’s proposed T’eqt’aqtn Indigenous Protected and Conserved Area (IPCA), which is located in the Fraser Canyon about 3 hours from Vancouver, BC. The IPCA will protect 320 km2 of land – or about 98% of Kanaka’s unceded territory – including […]
The Narwhal: What is a ‘private forest’ in BC? And how much logging is allowed there?
BC’s private forests aren’t subject to the same logging regulations as those on public land — putting old growth, wildlife habitat and significant ecosystems at risk.
Thank you Elements Outfitters for being an outstanding business supporter!
We want to thank our friends at Elements Outfitters, who not only contribute to AFA as part of their 1% For The Planet program but also sell our merchandise at their Patagonia Victoria store.
The Narwhal: New marching orders are in for BC’s cabinet. They sideline the environment, observers warn
As economically devastating tariffs threatened by U.S. President Donald Trump loom, BC Premier David Eby has directed his cabinet to prioritize economic development and make it easier for corporate interests to feel confident investing in the province.
Thank you to these foundations for their support!
An exciting aspect of the Ancient Forest Alliance's transition to a charitable organization is our newfound ability to accept donations through various foundations! We extend our gratitude to the following foundations for their generous contributions toward ancient forest protection in British Columbia for 2024.
Ancient Forest Alliance – Best of 2024!
See Ancient Forest Alliance's top highlights from 2024, including photos, videos, news stories, and more!
Conservationists Welcome BC NDP and Green Governance Agreement
The cooperation agreement's priorities include the protection of Fairy Creek and a comprehensive review of BC forests in partnership with First Nations and diverse sectors, offering a key opportunity to strengthen old-growth forest protection policies.
Victoria News: Advocate makes desperate plea for Island’s old-growth at Victoria TEDx talk
TJ Watt, renowned Ancient Forest Alliance photographer, big-tree hunter, and National Geographic Explorer, took the stage at TEDxVictoria 2024 to deliver his talk titled One Last Shot to Protect Old-Growth Forests in British Columbia.
Bald Eagles
Witness the majestic bald eagle in the temperate rainforests of BC, where they nest in ancient trees and hunt for wild salmon. Learn about their impressive vision, enormous nests, and how the Chehalis and Harrison Rivers host one of the world's largest eagle concentrations.
Photos: Jurassic Grove in the Fog
See photos of the old-growth forests of Jurassic Grove near Port Renfrew in Pacheedaht territory. Exploring this incredible grove of old-growth redcedar trees is like stepping back into prehistoric times.