Story perspectives

BC Signs MOU with China to Boost Lumber Industry

1/16/2026

45 4

Center

BC Promotes Lumber

British Columbia's Forests Ministry signed a five-year memorandum of understanding with China, aided by the Canadian federal government, to promote modern wood construction and bolster the province's lumber sector amid U.S. tariffs.
Political ecologist Juliet Lu notes the MOU could open opportunities for British Columbia-processed lumber in China, which has traditionally favored concrete.
The timing aligns with Prime Minister Mark Carney's visit to China.

Left

Canada-China Trade Revitalization

Canada and China signed multiple agreements to bolster bilateral trade and investment.
Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada, visited Beijing on January 15, 2026, to revitalize dormant trade mechanisms.
The agreements advance energy cooperation.
Tariffs remain unresolved, as Canada imposes duties on Chinese goods and China retaliates.
They also promote modern wood construction and collaboration in tourism and cultural exchanges.

1 of 2

BC Promotes Lumber

British Columbia's Forests Ministry signed a five-year memorandum of understanding with China, aided by the Canadian federal government, to promote modern wood construction and bolster the province's lumber sector amid U.S. tariffs.
Political ecologist Juliet Lu notes the MOU could open opportunities for British Columbia-processed lumber in China, which has traditionally favored concrete.
The timing aligns with Prime Minister Mark Carney's visit to China.

1 / 2