Forests and forestry
Canada is rich in forest resources and a world leader in sustainable forest management. The health of our forests, as well as the communities that depend on them are influenced by a variety of environmental, societal and economic factors.
COVID-19: Important updates
- Emissions Reduction Fund: Learn about the new funding program for eligible oil and gas companies.
- Resources for Canada’s natural resources sectors: Find practical information on public health measures to protect workers and communities in the natural resources sector.
- Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan: Get the financial support you need during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Forest industry and trade
Find current lumber prices and other economic data about Canada's forest industry, plus information about how the industry is transforming.
Wildland fires, insects, and disturbances
Learn how natural disturbances such as forest fires, insects and diseases help forests stay healthy.
State of Canada's forests report
Read the most recent report about Canada's forests, including information on the forest sector, wildland fires, harvesting as well as carbon emissions and removals.
Forest sector funding programs
Explore federal funding programs that support the competitiveness of Canada’s forestry sector.
Sustainable forest management
Find out how forest ownership, laws, certification, management and planning support sustainable forest management in Canada.
Climate change impacts on forests
Learn about the reciprocal relationship between Canada’s forests and climate change.
The Canadian Forest Service
Learn about the Canadian Forest Service, our forestry research centres and forest science.
Canadian forest service publications
Search the Canadian Forest Service publications database and download or order publications directly
Current lumber, pulp and panel prices
Track prices for softwood lumber, pulp and panel products.
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