As the director of practice for Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC), Garnet Mierau, RPF, is responsible for ensuring standards of practice and competence are developed, clearly articulated, and conveyed to all forest professionals of BC. He also leads professional practice and conduct advice for all registrants.

Garnet has more than 30 years of experience in forest management in western Canada. He has worked in government and industry, as well as in Indigenous relations and — between 2003 and 2023 — the consulting sector. He is a proven leader with strategic insights, creativity, and strong operational and business acumen.

Before joining FPBC and starting in 2015, Garnet volunteered for the profession in several roles and understands the importance of strong governance, strategic relationships, and protecting the public interest through regulated practice, particularly within the operational theatre. Garnet served as the 75th FPBC Board president.

Garnet is a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) with a science degree in forestry from the University of Alberta, and a diploma in forestry from Selkirk College.

Garnet and his family reside on the traditional lands of the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc people, also known as Kamloops. He is passionate about business mentoring, coaching, and leadership. Garnet believes in giving back to the community and is regularly involved with volunteer activities.