Official, British Columbia, Provincial
Ravi ParmarMinister of Forests
Since November 2024, organizations have reported 186 lobbying contacts with Ravi Parmar, most often by Council of Forest Industries (13) and The Truck Loggers Association (9). The most recent is dated August 28, 2026.
Organizations in contact
Organizations whose lobbying reports since November 2024 name this official, most reports first. A report shows contact, not influence or a position.
- Council of Forest Industries
13 reports, most recent August 28, 2026
- The Truck Loggers Association
9 reports, most recent July 13, 2026
- Paper Excellence Canada Holdings Corporation
8 reports, most recent June 23, 2026
- Independent Lumber Manufacturers' Association
7 reports, most recent June 25, 2026
- Western Canada Wilderness Committee
7 reports, most recent November 26, 2025
- Wildsight
7 reports, most recent August 14, 2025
- Canadian Forest Products Ltd.
6 reports, most recent July 14, 2026
- MakeWay Charitable Society
6 reports, most recent June 26, 2026
- Sierra Club of BC Foundation
6 reports, most recent April 9, 2026
- Western Forest Products Inc.
5 reports, most recent April 28, 2026
In brief
This is the role we last recorded, and roles change after elections and cabinet shuffles, so check the official source.
- Party
- British Columbia New Democratic Party
- Riding
- Langford-Highlands
- Jurisdiction
- British Columbia
- Ravi.Parmar.MLA@leg.bc.ca
Sponsored bills
Bills that name this official as sponsor, matched on the exact name only.
- Bill 14Forests Statutes Amendment Act, 2026
Status: Royal assent received
Remarks in the chamber
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Oral Questions — Wildfire Preparedness and Response
As I noted in my previous response, it was this government that made the strategic decision to make the B.C. wildfire service a year-round organization. This year was another record-breaking year — 2,400 individuals, 2,4…
Legislative AssemblyOfficial text
Oral Questions — Wildfire Preparedness and Response
I’m very pleased to be able to report to the member opposite that in Budget 2026, we recognized the importance of this program and invested an additional $15 million in supporting communities in wildfire suppression acro…
Legislative AssemblyOfficial text
Introductions by Members
Welcome to the member. It’s really great to see him. Game 4 is tonight. I’m a Canucks fan, a very proud Canucks fan, but like many in this House, we’re jumping on Team Canada. Go, Habs, go! I’ve got, I think, the worl…
Legislative AssemblyOfficial text
Introductions by Members
In the gallery with us this morning are Shawn Pettipas, Mattie Jones and Lindsay Byers from BCAA. Many of us in the House — with your permission, Mr. Speaker — are wearing the Fireweed Pin Day pin. These pins represent…
Legislative AssemblyOfficial text
Introductions by Members
In the gallery with us this morning are Shawn Pettipas, Mattie Jones and Lindsay Byers from BCAA. Many of us in the House — with your permission, Mr. Speaker — are wearing the Fireweed Pin Day pin. These pins represent…
Legislative AssemblyOfficial text
Introductions by Members
A couple of weeks ago I was at the Luxton Spring Fair, and I had a young 11-year-old by the name of Jack Clifford walk up to me and say: “I know who you are, and I’m interested in politics.” It’s almost a bit of a déjà v…
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Oral Questions — Government Fee Policy for Raw Log Exports
I’m always pleased to be able to rise in the House and talk about the initiatives that we have on this side of the House to strengthen and restore confidence in our forest sector and also for the opportunity to talk abou…
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Oral Questions — Implementation of Old-Growth Strategic Review and Advisory Council Recommendations
An interesting question from the member opposite, who had an opportunity to work with the government and completely abandoned all of the values that he brought to the table on trying to help restore confidence in the for…
Legislative AssemblyOfficial text
Second Reading of Bills — Bill 9 — Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Amendment Act, 2026 (continued)
We’ll get back to the fun of my colleague’s speech. In this House, we’ll continue second reading on Bill 9. Second Reading of Bills Bill 9 — Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Amendment Act, 2026 (continu…
Legislative AssemblyOfficial text
Introductions by Members
Yesterday my colleague from Kamloops mentioned that the Private Forest Landowners Association is in the House. I want to take the opportunity to recognize them. I think they are somewhere in the gallery, joining us for q…
Legislative AssemblyOfficial text
Lobbying meetings
Recorded meetings where this official is a designated public office holder. A meeting shows contact, not influence or a position on any file.
- Mosaic Forest Management Corporation
Forestry
- The Association for the Protection of Fur-Bearing Animals (The Fur-Bearers)
Agriculture
- Council of Forest Industries
Forestry
- British Columbia Centre for Innovation & Clean Energy (dba NorthX Climate Tech)
Economic Development and Trade
- Council of Forest Industries
Forestry
- MS Canada
Finances and Budgets
- Standwell Forest Investments Ltd.
Conservation
- Standwell Forest Investments Ltd.
Conservation
- Standwell Forest Investments Ltd.
Conservation
- Canadian News Media Association
Arts and Culture
- MS Canada
Finances and Budgets
- Council of Forest Industries
International Trade
- BC Teachers' Federation
Conservation
- Dogwood Initiative (Forest Futures)
Advanced Education
- Standwell Forest Investments Ltd.
Conservation
- Canfor Pulp Ltd.
Forestry
- Canadian Forest Products Ltd.
Forestry
- The Truck Loggers Association
Forestry
- MakeWay Charitable Society
Conservation
- Independent Lumber Manufacturers' Association
Forestry
- Council of Forest Industries
Forestry
- Tru Cooperative Bank
Economic Development and Trade
- Canadian Forest Products Ltd.
Forestry
- Paper Excellence Canada Holdings Corporation
Energy
- The Association for the Protection of Fur-Bearing Animals (The Fur-Bearers)
Conservation
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