2026 Forest NB Industry Forum

Please note, there will be no on-site registration and eventbrite ticket sales end 2 days before the event.

Bringing together leaders and partners from across New Brunswick’s forest sector for two days of conversation, connection, and practical insight, the 2026 Forest NB Industry Forum is the must-attend event that will help set the direction and define the state of the sector in 2026. This year, we’ll focus on priorities that matter to our sector and our province: exploring international partnerships, strengthening and championing our forest sector, improving competitiveness, and addressing the opportunities and challenges ahead, all while supporting our workforce and our communities.

The Annual Industry Forum will take place March 11 & 12, 2026 at the Delta Hotels Fredericton. This event hosts diverse speakers and exhibitors offering valuable perspectives on innovation and opportunities in the Forest Sector.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

• 1:30p-3:30p -Forest NB AGM - Grand Ballroom, Forest NB Members only
• 5:00p-6:00p - Registration - (Grand Ballroom Foyer)
• 5:00p-6:00p - Reception & Networking - (Grand Ballroom)
• 6:00p-8:00p - Welcome & Dinner (Grand Ballroom)
• 7:00p-8:00p - Keynote address: David Campbell, (Grand Ballroom)
• 8:00p-9:00p - Networking Reception - (Grand Ballroom)

Thursday, March 12, 2026

• 7:30a-8:30a -Networking Breakfast(Grand Ballroom)
• 8:00a-9:00a - Registration (Grand Ballroom)
• 9:00a-9:10a - Welcome Address (Grand Ballroom)
• 9:10a-10:30a - Morning Speaker Series
• 10:30a-11:00a - Coffee break, Networking, & Tradeshow - (Grand Ballroom Foyer)
• 11:00a-12:00p - Panel Discussion:(Grand Ballroom)
• 12:00p-1:00p - Industry Forum Lunch -(Grand Ballroom)
• 1:00p-1:15p- Remarks from the Government of New Brunswick
• 1:15p-3:15p - Afternoon Speaker Series - Innovation Symposium (Grand Ballroom)
• 3:15p-4:00p - Networking, & Tradeshow - (Ballroom Foyer)
• 4:00p-4:20p - Closing Remarks & Door Prizes Draw - (Grand Ballroom)

We’re pleased to welcome David Campbell of Jupia Consultants Inc. as our keynote speaker. A New Brunswick–based economic development and research leader, David brings 25+ years of experience working with industry, not-for-profits, and governments across Canada, including previous roles helping shape economic policy and development strategy in New Brunswick. His keynote will offer practical, data-informed, and timely insights that build on the recent forest sector Economic Impact Study and his recent book, 'Towards Prosperity, the Transformation of Atlantic Canada's Economy' which he co-authored.

From Jupia Consultants' website:

"David is currently President of Jupia Consultants Inc. He was formerly Chief Economist with the New Brunswick Jobs Board Secretariat. In that role, he was tasked with helping to develop economic policy and economic development strategy for the Government of New Brunswick. He has more than 25 years’ experience in economic development-related roles working with industry, not-for-profit organizations and governments across Canada. He has strengths in economic impact analysis, return on taxpayer investment (ROTI) analysis, sector development and investment attraction.

David was recently named by Progress Magazine as one of the foremost economic development thinkers in Atlantic Canada. He has worked with dozens of communities across Canada on economic development strategy to foster a stronger economic foundation. This includes creating the conditions for growth, attracting investment, fostering high growth potential entrepreneurs, targeting economic opportunities and creating innovation strategies."

The Industry Forum has moved this year.Join us at the

225 woodstock Road, Fredericton, NB

Book your room by calling (506) 455-3371 or by using the link below.

Book your room today. Group rates avaiable until February 18.

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