Integrated Wood Fibre Manufacturing Ecosystem
A scalable model for sustainable forestry, regional growth, and long-term economic resilience.
Leading the transition to a higher-value forest economy rooted in in sustainability, innovation, and local prosperity.
Rethinking the Forest Economy
For years, our forests have generated raw materials while downstream value, investment, and employment moved elsewhere. Communities have been left with fewer jobs, reduced resilience, and underused fibre resources.
Within SimpcwúĺEcw (Simpcw territory), nearly all primary manufacturing capacity has been lost, while the majority of harvested fibre leaves the region unprocessed. There is a clear path forward; one that focuses on building local capacity, using more of what is harvested, and strengthening the full value chain within the territory.
A Better Forestry Model
Building a resilient, locally driven forest economy requires more than harvesting timber. It means creating value close to the source, strengthening regional economic sovereignty, and ensuring long-term growth through responsible stewardship, modern manufacturing, and full fibre utilization.
The future of forestry is not about harvesting more volume. It is about creating more value from every tree.
Sustainable Fibre Stewardship
Responsible forest management that protects long-term ecological and community value.
Value-Added Manufacturing
Transforming fibre into higher-value products, skilled jobs, and regional wealth.
Full Fibre Utilization
Creating value from every usable part of the tree and every manufacturing by-product.
Introducing the Integrated Wood Fibre Manufacturing Ecosystem
Simpcw First Nation and Simpcw Resources Group are advancing a new model for the forestry industry; one focused on creating more value from the fibre already being harvested, rather than exporting raw materials or relying on higher harvest volumes.
The Integrated Wood Fibre Manufacturing Ecosystem is a territory-wide network of complementary processing and manufacturing operations designed to work together, ensuring each fibre stream is directed to its highest and best use.
How the Ecosystem Works
Simpcw Resource Group operates a dedicated log yard in Vavenby, supporting forestry activity throughout the North Thompson Valley with efficient and dependable services.
- Shared vision across partners creates opportunities for collaboration
- Integrated processing chain adds value at each stage of production
- Multiple business scales create diverse entry points and opportunities
- Increased fibre utilization directs each material stream to its highest value use
Why It Matters
Simpcw Resource Group operates a dedicated log yard in Vavenby, supporting forestry activity throughout the North Thompson Valley with efficient and dependable services.
- Creates skilled local jobs and long-term career pathways
- Attracts investment & supports new industry development
- Strengthens Indigenous leadership and decision-making
- Reduces waste through full fibre utilization
- Increases resilience through local decision making
Partnership Opportunities
- Manufacturing Joint Ventures
- Government Program Partnerships
- Green Energy & Building Projects
- Forestry & Carbon Collaborations
- Research, Innovation & Commercialization
Let’s Connect
A stronger forest economy will be built through partnership, innovation, and local value creation. We invite those ready to help shape the future of forestry in Simpcw territory to join us.
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Grow with Us
If you have a strong passion for forestry and would like to be part of a professional, fun, and exciting team with opportunities for growth using the latest in forest technology, then SRG may be the company for you.
In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment, SRG provides flexible schedules, competitive wages, a solid benefits package, supported professional development, and a company matched pension program.