British Columbia’s deputy chief forester has set the new allowable annual cut (AAC) level for Tree Farm Licence 38 (TFL) located northwest of Squamish. The new AAC for the TFL is 117,500 cubic metres. This is a reduction from the previous AAC, while remaining well above the average annual harvest level since the last AAC determination, which has averaged just under 72,000 cubic metres per year. Factors that were considered in making this determination include supporting forestry, wildlife habitat, terrain stability, biodiversity, cultural resources and ensuring old-growth deferral areas are protected while a long-term management approach is developed. …The TFL overlaps the territory of five First Nations, including the Squamish Nation, Lil’wat Nation, Tsleil-Waututh Nation, Klahoose First Nation and the St’at’imc Chiefs Council, all of which were consulted during the timber supply review process. The deputy chief forester also sought and considered public and industry input.