Posts Tagged ‘Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry’

Hunt Safe, Hunt Smart, Hunt Sober

Hunt Safe, Hunt Smart, Hunt Sober

With the upcoming legalization of Cannabis on October 17th, 2018 the Ontario Conservation Officers Association (OCOA) wants to take this opportunity to remind hunters to always practice safe, responsible and sober hunting. “The handling of a firearm is a very serious matter and safe handling [Read more]

Regional Forest Fire Situation Updates

Regional Forest Fire Situation Updates

Restricted Fire Zones Northeast fire region Due to the extreme fire hazard, recent heavy lightning, little precipitation and increased forest fire, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry implemented Restricted Fire Zones across a major part of the northeast and central region as outlined [Read more]

Ontario Supporting Sawmill in White River

Ontario Supporting Sawmill in White River

Province Partnering with Local Business to Create and Maintain 176 Highly Skilled Jobs in White River Ontario is supporting White River Forest Products to upgrade and modernize its sawmill in White River, helping to create and maintain 176 highly skilled jobs and boost economic growth. White River [Read more]

$5,500 in Fines for an Illegal Moose Hunt

$5,500 in Fines for an Illegal Moose Hunt

A Wawa man has been fined a total of $5,500 for moose hunting offences. Richard Watson pleaded guilty and was fined $1,500 for being a party to the offence of discharging a firearm from a motor boat and $4,000 for hunting a cow moose without a licence. Court heard that in October 2015, Watson, [Read more]

Progress Addressing Environmental Issues in Thunder Bay Harbour

Progress Addressing Environmental Issues in Thunder Bay Harbour

Research Shows “Unimpaired” Status for Phytoplankton & Zooplankton Populations Organizations involved in the Thunder Bay harbour cleanup, or Remedial Action Plan (RAP), are recommending that “Degradation of Phytoplankton and Zooplankton Populations” be removed from the list of [Read more]

Ontario Continuing Fight Against Invasive Species

Ontario Continuing Fight Against Invasive Species

Province Working With Partners to Create Awareness of Invasive Species and Protect the Environment Ontario continues to combat invasive plants and animals in order to protect the environment and allow people across the province to continue to enjoy rivers, lakes, parks and other green spaces. [Read more]

Minister Kathryn McGarry Re: Softwood Lumber Dispute

Minister Kathryn McGarry Re: Softwood Lumber Dispute

Statement from MPP Kathryn McGarry; “Our government fully supports our forestry sector and the critical role it plays in the success of the provincial economy. Generating over $15.5 billion in revenues and supporting approximately 172,000 direct and indirect jobs, the sector is a significant [Read more]

Ontario Minister Natural Resources and Forestry Letter to Federal Minister of Natural Resources

Ontario Minister Natural Resources and Forestry Letter to Federal Minister of Natural Resources

Dear Minister Carr: Subject: Softwood Lumber Dispute I write to you today regarding the current litigation over softwood lumber trade between Canada and the United States (U.S.). The U.S. has initiated investigations into the Canadian Forestry industry that will likely lead to them imposing [Read more]

Ontario Celebrates Second Annual Christmas Tree Day

Ontario Celebrates Second Annual Christmas Tree Day

Province Encouraging People to Support Local Tree Farms This Christmas Ontario is celebrating the first anniversary of its official Christmas Tree Day and the hardworking farmers that help people across the province deck the halls with local trees and greenery each year. December 2, Minister of [Read more]

Exposing First Nations Students to Careers in Natural Resources

Exposing First Nations Students to Careers in Natural Resources

THUNDER BAY, ON – The First Nations Natural Resources Youth Employment Program (FNNRYEP) has 48 participants learning about anthropology, geography, dendrology, sustainable energy sources, visual arts, engineering, entrepreneurship, aboriginal mentorship and more this week during a Science Camp [Read more]

Ontario and Anishinabek Nation Renew Commitments on Natural Resource Management

Ontario and Anishinabek Nation Renew Commitments on Natural Resource Management

Ontario Strengthens Relationship with Anishinabek Nation The Anishinabek Nation and Ontario are continuing to work together to strengthen collaboration on natural resource management. Today at a meeting, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry Bill Mauro and Anishinabek Grand Council Chief [Read more]

Invasive Species Legislation Receives Royal Assent

Invasive Species Legislation Receives Royal Assent

Ontario is taking further action to protect communities from the significant social, economic and ecological impacts of invasive species by passing the Invasive Species Act. November 3rd, the Act received Royal Assent, following its passage in the Legislature on October 21, 2015. This legislation [Read more]

Forest Resource Road Closed in Longlac-Nakina Area

Forest Resource Road Closed in Longlac-Nakina Area

Blueberry Road Closed For Bridge Repairs The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) advises that a portion of a primary forest resource road north of Longlac and east of Nakina, in Nipigon District, will be temporarily closed for bridge repairs. A portion of Blueberry Road will be [Read more]

Dumping on Crown Land Illegal

Dumping on Crown Land Illegal

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry reminds the public that it is an offence to deposit any material on public land. Dumping and other environmental abuses of Crown land can be controlled using enforcement provisions under the Public Lands Act. Ministry conservation officers can charge [Read more]

Northwest Region Forest Fire Situation Update

Northwest Region Forest Fire Situation Update

Rec’vd Friday, Aug.14,2015 There were 4 new fires confirmed by the early afternoon of August 14. The forest fire hazard is moderate to high across the Northwest Region. The Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services program is reminding people that they are responsible for safe outdoor fire [Read more]

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