The Council of Forest Industries annual convention returns to Prince George this fall after a four-year absence.
The convention alternates each year between Prince George and Kelowna, however the convention slated for Prince George in 2009 was cancelled.
This year's convention is scheduled for Sept. 15-16.
Traditionally one of the largest forestry gatherings in western Canada, this year's theme and title is Recovery, Transformation and Renewal.
The council said a developing program of presenters will speak to critical issues facing the global forest industry, including responding to new global economic forces and Pacific Rim markets.
Also on the program will be an examination of wood as a green building material and the potential of the bioenergy sector.
B.C. Forests Minister Steve Thomson is slated to give a keynote address.
