You’re invited to the AFA’s 2020 Year-End Update & Fundraiser!

We’re hosting our annual year-end event and fundraiser on Thursday, December 3rd, from 7-8 pm - this time on Zoom! Join us to learn what we've been up to this past year and what's next for BC's old-growth forests. Plus, you could win some fun prizes!

Ancient Forest Alliance 2021 Calendars are here!

The Ancient Forest Alliance 2021 CALENDAR is hot off the press!! From the popular tourist destination Avatar Grove and old-growth "hotspot" Fairy Creek to the majestic bald eagle and more, each month showcases a spectacular image of BC's magnificent ancient forests and the species that call them home.

AFA’s Andrea Inness on the Great.com podcast

Earlier this month, the AFA's own Andrea Inness was featured on Great.com's podcast Great.com Talks With... where she discussed the plight of BC's rare and endangered old-growth forests, what must be done to protect them, and how concerned folks around the world can help get involved.

Vote today and help shape the future of old-growth forests

Today is Election Day, giving British Columbians a critical opportunity to vote for old-growth forests and the communities and species that depend on them! If you're heading to the polls today, here's a quick guide to help you ensure your vote gets counted!

Where do BC’s Major Political Parties Stand on Old-Growth Logging and Related Issues?

We've prepared a summary of where each of BC's three major parties stand on old-growth and related issues and given each party a grade to help voters make informed decisions this election.

Union of BC Indian Chiefs passes old-growth forest resolution

Exciting news! The Union of BC Indian Chiefs (UBCIC) has passed a resolution calling on the BC Government to work with First Nations to protect old-growth forests while engaging and supporting Indigenous communities. The resolution, passed last month at the UBCIC AGM, follows the BC government’s Sept 11 release of a report by an independent […]

New Photo Gallery: Fairy Creek headwaters

See our latest photo gallery featuring Fairy Creek, the last unlogged old-growth valley on southern Vancouver Island (outside of parks) near Port Renfrew in Pacheedaht territory that’s at-risk of future logging by Teal Jones: https://ancientforestalliance.org/photos/fairy-creek-headwaters/

Announcing Celina Starnes as AFA’s New Board Chair

The AFA is pleased to announce Celina Starnes has been appointed as the new Chair of the AFA Board of Directors. After joining the board in 2019, Celina assumed the role of Chair in April, taking over from AFA co-founder and former executive director, Ken Wu, who will remain as a board member at large as he dedicates more time to his new organization, the Endangered Ecosystems Alliance.

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Need a “forest fix”? Watch our top 5 ancient forest films!

Looking for something to pass the time while self-isolating? Check out some of our favourite ancient forest videos! ??

AFA 10-year anniversary celebration postponed

Ancient forest friends: To ensure the health and safety of our staff and supporters, we’ve decided to postpone our 10-year anniversary celebration on April 3rd in light of COVID-19. We will reschedule the event once the situation changes and we are confident that there’s no health risk. Anyone who has already purchased a ticket will […]