Forests
Ontario’s landscape is dominated by forests. We have over 71 million hectares of forest and about 85 billion trees. Hardwood species such as maple and oak forests are found in the south, while conifer species such as jack pine and spruce forests dominate the north. Our forests cover a land area equivalent in size to the landmasses of Germany, Italy and the Netherlands combined.
Ontario’s most common tree is the black spruce, followed by poplar and jack pine. Facts about forests in Ontario.
Ontario’s landscape is characterized by its forests. There are four main kinds of forest in Ontario each with unique species.
Are you looking for trees that grow best where you live? Use the tree atlas to learn more about Ontario’s trees.
Ontario’s Forests – Committed to Sustainable Forest Management
The primary objective of forest management on Crown lands in Ontario is to ensure the long-term health of forest ecosystems. Discover how our Crown forests are managed in a sustainable way.
How to Participate in Forest Management Planning
There is a significant role for the citizens of Ontario in forest management planning on Crown lands. Public involvement helps to balance the social, economic and environmental objectives of forest management. Learn how you can help shape the future of Ontario’s Crown forests.
Private Land Forest Stewardship in Ontario
In Ontario, a growing number of private forest landowners are adopting sustainable forest management practices. The Ontario government, along with other public agencies and private firms, fosters ecologically sound forest management on private lands through a variety of measures. Find out more about the Management Forest Tax Incentive Program and other incentive programs available to private landowners, and how Ontario promotes the protection of natural areas.
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