What We Do
The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) is the steward of Ontario’s Crown forests and is responsible for ensuring that these forests are managed in a way that protects their long-term health.
The Ministry’s Forests Branch within the Policy Division, develops policies and programs that guide the sustainable management of the forest. The Ministry’s Regional Operations Division oversees the development of forest plans, monitors operations and reports on forest level activities.
The Forest Industry - On October 20, 2011, the Ministry of Natural Resources became the lead ministry for promoting a strong, prosperous and healthy forest industry. We are modifying our website to reflect these changes. In the meantime, you can find information on forest products industry sector revitalization and transformation initiatives on the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines website.
Discover how MNR ensures its Crown forests are managed in a sustainable way:
Policy, laws and information that guide forestry
Forest management planning | Forest health | Forest renewal | Monitoring & reporting
About Ontario's Forests
Forestry Feature
Sustainable forest management helps to reduce the build-up of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere which are recognized to be the major cause of climate change. Learn more in this fact sheet - Managed Forests and Climate Change (PDF)
The first step in dealing with climate change is understanding the potential changes it may bring to our province and our forests. Learn more in this fact sheet - Climate Change - Taking Action for Forests (PDF)
Recent Updates
More Information
Are you moving firewood? Invasive pests and diseases pose a serious threat to our forests. Movement of infested firewood is the leading cause of their spread.
Help Keep Them Out - Important information you should read!
Ontario is committed to sustainable forest management - healthy forests providing balanced environmental, social and economic benefits now and for the future.
