Central Chilcotin Rehabilitation Ltd. Featured in Special Forestry Report
- CentralCR
- Oct 1
- 2 min read
Central Chilcotin Rehabilitation Ltd. (CCR) is proud to be featured in the Forest Enhancement Society of BC’s (FESBC) Special Report, launched in partnership with the First Nations Forestry Council (FNFC). The report showcases innovative projects across the province that support wildfire resilience, ecosystem recovery, and Indigenous leadership in forestry.
Our feature highlights the Palmer Project in the Cariboo Chilcotin region, our large-scale forest rehabilitation initiative addressing the challenges on the land as a result of the 2017 Plateau wildfire. This project is focused on restoring forest health by reducing extreme fuel loads, creating space for young trees to grow, and making responsible use of fire-damaged wood. With investment support from FESBC and partnerships with many collaborators, we are helping create healthier forests that will benefit communities, wildlife, and future generations.
Using innovative and practical approaches, our crews thinned dense natural regeneration of trees while salvaging and sorting fire-damaged wood. Burnt material was sent to Drax for bioenergy, while some of the more recoverable wood went to Cariboo Pulp & Paper for pulp production. The result was improved forest health, efficient fibre recovery, and long-term value for communities, industry, and the environment.
“Our thanks to the Forest Enhancement Society of BC for inviting us to be a part of this publication,” noted Percy Guichon, CEO, CCR and elected councilor of Tŝideldel First Nation. “We are so proud of our crews and their hard work, and to have that recognized along other Indigenous leaders in the forest industry is appreciated.”
The feature in the Special Report reflects our commitment to Indigenous-led forestry, supporting innovative practices and working alongside communities.
“We’re very proud of the fact that we play a leading role on our traditional and ancestral territories to help forests recover, create economic opportunities, and help ensure the land is healthier for future generations,” shared Guichon.
Read the full FESBC Special Report 2025 here:
Watch the Palmer Project Video here:
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