A review of the work done by BC Timber Sales, an organization that manages 20 per cent of Crown timber, has generated 54 recommendations in a plan to help support a thriving forest economy. British Columbia's forestry industry is "under pressure from all sides," prompting the provincial government to bring in changes to expand the role of BC Timber Sales, including allowing some communities to manage their own forest resources. British Columbia's forestry industry is "under pressure from all sides," prompting the provincial government to bring in changes to expand the role of BC Timber Sales. forestry sector is also looking to expand into other foreign markets. BC Timber Sales manages about 20 per cent of the provincial annual allowable cut and was established in 2003 to provide open market access and generate income for the province.