A new incentive from the government of Yukon will offer financial assistance to commercial timber harvesters
YUKON – The Government of Yukon has launched a new incentive program to help contribute to a more stable and consistent long-term firewood supply in the territory.
This new incentive program from the Government of Yukon will offer financial assistance to commercial timber harvesters. The harvesting program will provide commercial businesses $10 per cubic metre to offset more start-up businesses in the industry.
Minister of Energy, Mines, and Resources John Streicker says this will help Yukoners in the colder months.
“This new incentive program provides relief to the local forest industry, contributes to a more stable and consistent long-term firewood supply, and will help ensure Yukoners have firewood for their homes this winter.”
For those interested in registering their businesses, an application form can be found and filled out here.
There are currently 70 license holders harvesting firewood for sale throughout the Yukon.
