Just the Facts is a compendium of frequently referenced British Columbia silviculture and other forestry statistics covering the period 1981/82 to 1997/98.

This period is one of the most significant in British Columbia’s forest management history. Between April 1981 and March 1998 the following increases in silviculture programs occurred on Crown land:

• 230% increase in silviculture surveys;
• 67% increase in site preparation;
• 167% increase in area planted;
• 2331% increase in brushing; and
• 162% increase in spacing.

This report contains detailed statistics on these and other silviculture activities. The report is intended for silviculture staff to use as a quick reference to statistical data and charts relating to commonly asked questions. Most British Columbia information is presented by forest region with totals for the province. Where charts follow detailed tables, only the provincial totals have been charted. Statistical information from other provinces and countries is included for comparative purposes.

The report consists of tables and graphs only. No interpretation of the information is provided. If you require an explanation of data or trends, contact the appropriate ministry specialist. The report is divided into the following major areas:

• B.C. harvesting and silviculture;
• B.C. silviculture activities relative to the rest of Canada; and
• B.C. silviculture activities relative to other countries where forestry is important.

Just the Facts will be updated periodically.

• Acknowledgements
• Photo Credits
• Literature Cited
• Keyword Index
• How to download data files from this site

NEW: View the MoFR annual report tables for silviculture. (2005)