https://globalnews.ca/news/10595010/bc-dont-move-firewood-emerald-ash-borer/ At least it won't affect native trees in our forests. Ironically, I planted some Oregon Ash trees a few years ago in Burnaby to see if they will survive our winters and checked their progress last week. They survived our three bad winters in a row without a problem and are growing vigorously (for now).