Scholarship Value $2,000

Number of Scholarships 10

Thinking about a future in the forest industry?

At COFI, we’re committed to supporting the next generation of forestry professionals. As part of our mission, we’re helping students across British Columbia pursue post-secondary education or training in skilled trades related to the forest industry.

For 2025, COFI is awarding 10 scholarships of $2,000 each to students from all regions of BC who are interested in forestry-related studies. Whether you’re from a rural community, a coastal town, or an urban center, these scholarships are here to help you achieve your goals.

Eligibility

• Enrolled in a British Columbia-accredited post-secondary institution in the fall of 2025 or spring 2026.
• Resident of British Columbia.
• Entering a forestry-related program (see next page for a list of acceptable fields of study).

Application Requirements

• Provide a copy of your most recent high school transcript.
• Provide a one-page statement outlining your educational goals and plans for your future.
• Provide two letters of reference from either a principal, teacher, community member, or an employer.

Introduction

The BC Council of Forest Industries is proud to announce that it is now accepting applications for the 2025 Forestry Scholarship.

Part of COFI’s mission is to support students pursuing post-secondary education or training in a skilled trades program associated with the forest industry.

For 2025, COFI is awarding 10 scholarships of $2,000 each to students from all regions of BC who are interested in forestry-related studies. Whether you’re from a rural community, a coastal town, or an urban center, these scholarships are here to help you achieve your goals.

Application Deadline

To apply, go to https://cofi.org/foresteducation/forestry-scholarship/

Fields of Study

• Forestry Programs
• Forestry
• Forest Technician
• Science Programs
• Wildlife & Fish Management
• Biology
• Engineering
• Geography
• GIS
• Trades Programs
• Carpentry
• Electrical
• Welding
• Heavy Duty Mechanic
• Instrumentation
• Power Engineering
• Machinist
• Saw Filer
• Wood Product Manufacturing
• Business Programs
• Accounting & Finance
• Business Technology
• Business Administration
• Human Resources
• Marketing

Eligible Institutions

The Forestry Scholarship is awarded to students planning to attend an accredited post-secondary institution in a program listed under Fields of Study.