Where Good Things Grow
Building a Stronger Community
The Canfor Good Things Come From Trees Foundation is an independent registered charity that invests in equitable, inclusive, community-focused and environmentally sustainable programs to build a future where everyone can thrive.
We support organizations, non-profits and educational institutions in Canada and in the U.S. dedicated to making significant long-term benefits to the communities where our employees live and work.
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400+
organizations supported through the Good Things Come From Trees community giving program
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$2.2M
made in financial support, sponsorships, scholarships and product donation
*as of January 1 to December 31, 2022
Our four giving areas:
Our giving areas focus on the priorities of the communities to which Canfor is closely connected.
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Forestry & sustainability programs
Post-secondary training
Scholarships
Workforce enablement programs
Safety education & awareness
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Health & well-being initiatives
Medical & health care equipment
Youth sports
Mental health initiatives
Wellness initiatives
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Environmental and sustainability projects
Land base restoration projects
Environment or sustainability focused events & conferences
Green building projects (mass timber)
Environment education
Wildlife conservation
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Community infrastructure investments
Indigenous community and career development events
Food banks & meal programs
Community volunteerism
Local events & celebrations
Product Donations
Requests for product donations are considered in the same manner as financial requests and are subject to the same guidelines. Donations will be coordinated with our nearest sawmill pending product availability. Recipients will be responsible for pick-up and transportation. Only requests for our existing lumber products will be considered.