Other Governing Bodies


Not-for-Profit Organizations


Many not-for-profit organizations, such as environmental groups, play an important role in the management of Canada's forests by promoting the protection and wise use of forest ecosystems. They accomplish this through the development of educational materials, organizing conferences, and building public awareness regarding forest-related issues. Many of these organizations carefully monitor the forests and compile databases that track significant changes in the ecosystem. This data is then made accessible to decision-makers.
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Examples of not-for-profit organizations operating in Canada include the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS), the David Suzuki Foundation, and the Canadian Forestry Association (CFA).

In the past, environmental groups and logging companies have fought bitter battles over forest protection issues. Today, however, Canada is recognized around the world for its ability to reach compromises on forest-related issues. A recent example of how different stakeholders are working together for the good of the forest is the Canadian Boreal Forest Agreement, the largest conservation agreement in history.



Forest Facts

Do you know the name of the largest forest in Canada? It is also the largest intact forest ecosystem left on our planet! Watch this video on this vast forested land that is an important part of our economy, history, culture, and natural environment.