The 2026-27 Calls for Proposals for the Market Initiatives and Wood First programs are now open. Between these programs, delivered in partnership with the forest industry and other funders, a total of $7.5 million in funding from FII is available. This support helps advance market development initiatives that diversify and strengthen the B.C. forest sector and provincial economy. The Market Initiatives program is primarily focused on advancing opportunities in existing markets such as China, Japan, South Korea, India, Vietnam and the UK, where the greatest short- and medium-term opportunities exist for the sector. Planning and delivery of the Wood First program is a collaborative effort involving the building construction industry, government and the forest sector. FII develops an investment plan that allocates funding on an annual basis. All funding proposals must be complete and submitted through the FMS by 17:00 PST on January 15, 2026.