2027 Is Underway
Competitor interest is now open for the Canadian Timber Trades Championships.
Thank You, Timber Festival 2026
A HUGE THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO ATTENDED
Our first Timber Festival became something truly special because of the families, tradespeople, vendors, volunteers, sponsors, performers, community partners and guests who joined us in Mulhurst Bay. Thank you for helping us bring Timber Festival Canada to life in 2026.
2026 was only the beginning. We cannot wait to welcome everyone back as we build toward an even bigger 2027.
Featured in the Wetaskiwin Times
THANK YOU, WETASKIWIN TIMES
A huge thank you to the Wetaskiwin Times for featuring the first annual Timber Festival and helping share our celebration of forest, family, skilled trades and community with the region. We are grateful for the coverage and for everyone who helped make our first year possible.
Timber Festival Ltd. · Non-Profit Organization
Timber Festival Canada 2027
Canadian Timber Trades Championships · Mulhurst Bay, Alberta
Thank you for an incredible first Timber Festival. Now we are building toward 2027 — four trades, planned cash prizes, competitors from across the industry and a bigger celebration of Canada's timber trades.
LinemenLumberjacksArboristsWood Carvers
Four Trades
Linemen, Lumberjacks, Arborists and Wood Carvers come together in one championship program.
More 2027 Details Coming
Competition details, schedules, partners and festival announcements will be added as they are confirmed.
Thank You for an Incredible 2026
Our first Timber Festival was only the beginning
From our family and everyone behind Timber Festival Canada, thank you to every guest, participant, volunteer, vendor, sponsor, supporter, performer and community partner who helped turn an idea into an unforgettable weekend in Mulhurst Bay.
Vendors & Participants
Special thanks to Delon at Uncle Dads, Assunta at Assunta's Grill, Wyatt and Kayla at Frosty Trails, Mike and Debi at Climbing High Arborist Supply, Brett and Elton at SPI Inspections, Lady Wolf, Laura with Solositics Sparkle, Johanne and Vern with The Bird Shed, Rick and Joie with LittleBigBear.ca, our official pro carver, and Brian with Gillfor.
Volunteers & Supporters
Thank you to Howard, Jenna, Laurel, Victor, Nancy, Jim and the many others who stepped in wherever they were needed. We are also grateful for the support of UFA, Falun Co-op, Hayduk Lumber, Minchow Lumber, Mundare Sausages, Beatific Accounting and Long & McQuade.
Sponsors, Music & Community
Thank you to Minchow Lumber, Quantum Quonsets, Blaine Hill in Silver Beach and Lineman Canada; to Blackpool, Tom Serling and DJ Rocko for the music; to our special guests; and to the County of Wetaskiwin and community partners who helped welcome the festival.
Most of all, thank you to everyone who walked through the gates. We look forward to welcoming you back as Timber Festival grows into 2027.
Timber Forest
Over 100 Kids Explored the Timber Forest in 2026
The Timber Forest was one of the biggest successes of our first festival, with more than 100 children taking part throughout the weekend. Families followed the forest walkway, listened to Little Timber adventures and searched for the characters hidden throughout the forest.
Little Timber Adventures
Children were able to experience the stories in a real forest setting, bringing Little Timber and the world around him to life as part of the festival.
More Characters in 2027
For 2027, the Timber Forest will expand with more forest characters from the Little Timber books and new discoveries throughout the walkway.
New Forest Challenges
We are planning expanded scavenger hunts for children along with orienteering-style activities for adults, creating more ways for the whole family to explore the forest together.
The Timber Forest will continue growing as an interactive part of Timber Festival, combining stories, nature, exploration and family adventure.
2027 Canadian Timber Trades Championships
COMPETITOR INTEREST NOW OPEN
Competitor interest is now open for Linemen, Lumberjacks, Arborists and Wood Carvers. The championship concept currently includes $48,500 in planned cash prizes and 160 competitor positions across professional, apprentice, emerging and open divisions.
Honouring Our Past · Building Our Future
A festival with purpose
Timber Festival brings forestry, skilled trades, carving, local business, food, music and family activities together. Following our first festival in 2026, we are building the next chapter with the County of Wetaskiwin, industry partners and supporting agencies as the Canadian Timber Trades Championships take shape for 2027.
See the Trades
Meet working professionals and watch demonstrations from four core timber and utility traditions.
Support Local
Discover vendors, food, makers, community groups and Alberta businesses.
Bring the Family
Explore family activities, the Timber Forest experience and Little Timber children's programming.
Four Categories · One Festival
Meet the timber trades
Four trades rooted in wood, skill and tradition: Linemen, Lumberjacks, Arborists and Wood Carvers.
Lineman
Showcasing the skill, teamwork and precision of powerline professionals.
Lumberjacks
Honouring the strength, endurance and heritage of traditional timber work.
Arborists
Highlighting the knowledge, care and dedication of professional tree care.
Wood Carvers
Celebrating imagination and craftsmanship through wood carving artistry.
Trade Demonstrations
Participating in a Demonstration?
Linemen, Lumberjacks, Arborists and Wood Carvers can review the participant requirements, safety information, daily FLHA requirements and waiver on a separate page.
2026 Festival Archive
2026 Emergency Protocols & Site Map
View the Timber Festival Canada site map before arriving and keep it available during the event. It includes emergency access, the meeting point, parking, activity areas and important site-safety information.
2026 Festival Highlights
Our 2026 Weekend Schedule
Take a look back at the schedule from our first Timber Festival weekend.
2027 Program Info
THE TIMBER FESTIVAL IS HERE
Stay up to date on the future of Timber Festival events. Take a look at our brochure for what’s ahead — we look forward to welcoming you as our guests.
Looking Ahead to 2027
Want to compete?
Join the 2027 competitor interest list for championship announcements, application information and future competition updates.
2027 Sign Up
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2027 vendors, sponsors & community partners
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Growing the Next Generation
Meet Little Timber
Timber Festival also connects families with LittleTimber.ca, our children's world inspired by forests, trades, imagination and outdoor learning. Festival guests will be able to discover Little Timber and explore family-focused experiences connected to the Timber Forest.
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