This study used both primary and secondary sources of information as well as exploratory research to evaluate: 1. The nature and amount of biomass feedstock available in BC and in northern BC 2. The status of the technologies that are emerging in the market place for conversion of biomass into fuels and chemicals 3. The incentives offered by the provincial and federal governments to assist and promote the development of a bio-fuel industry in northern BC 4. The options that can be used to finance these technologies in northern BC. --P.iii.