Canadian Forest Policy

Canadian Forest Policy guides the sustainable management of Canada's forest resources, balancing economic development, environmental protection, and Indigenous rights. It aims to ensure forests are used responsibly for industries like logging, while also preserving biodiversity, water quality, and Indigenous communities’ interests. Policies are shaped at federal, provincial, and territorial levels, promoting practices such as reforestation, conservation, and wildfire management. The goal is to maintain healthy forests that support local economies, ecosystems, and future generations, recognizing the forests’ importance to Canada's identity, culture, and climate resilience.