US tariffs prompt British Columbia to expand into Asian timber markets

In response to new U.S. tariffs on Canadian lumber, British Columbia is actively expanding into Asian markets, including Japan and South Korea, and has launched the province’s largest-ever trade delegation to the region. As a key contributor to Canadian lumber exports—accounting for over 40% of the national total—the seven-day delegation aims to reduce reliance on the U.S. market and establish new trade routes. The provincial forestry department stated that forestry is a pillar of the local economy. While U.S. tariffs have had an impact, exploring new markets allows British Columbia to ...