Buying and Burning Firewood

Fuelwood: Safe, Effective and Affordable.

Islanders have traditionally used firewood as a cost-effective and readily available cooking and heating fuel. In recent years high fuel oil costs and concern over fossil fuels and climate change have increased demand for locally produced firewood. 

Properly seasoned firewood provides good value for money and can help to improve the quality of the forest if it is harvested in an environmentally responsible fashion. This document is meant to be a general guide to several key factors Islanders should consider when buying and using wood to heat their home.

Where can I buy fuelwood on PEI?

Note: The Fuelwood Producers List is provided to connect producers and consumers and does not necessarily contain information for all Island fuelwood producers*. Any and all transactions are the responsibility of the Consumer and the Producer.
Firewood consumers can visit Energy Rebates for information on how to apply for the provincial share of the HST on firewood products.

To list, update or remove your contact information on the Fuelwood Producers List, please contact Kelley Farrar at 902-368-6450. NOTE: Confirmation of your information will be required by email or written letter.

Average Heat Values for Island Tree Species

Properly dried and seasoned firewood is an affordable and efficient fuel for many Island homes and businesses. The Heat Values of Acadian Forest Tree Species contains information on the average heat values (millions of BTU/cord) for properly dried firewood.