This section provides a variety of informational resources on forest management.  The Resource Centre contains NOFC Issue Briefs, which provide a substantive overview of current issues affecting forestry in Ontario.  Further informational resources are also provide in a number of areas.  The Resource Centre provides links to resources on forest management including reports and webpages maintained by the Ministry of Natural Resources as well as other organisations and companies.

Resources and information provided at NOFC meetings is located in the Members section of this site. Due to our location, the resource centre will focus on information relevant to Ontario and the northwest however national and international information will also be featured.  The Resource Centre is constantly evolving and will have resources added continually over time. If you are aware of resources that should be added to the site please email the NOFC Coordinator.

Economic Impact Analysis of Northwestern Ontario's Forest Sector

Issue Briefs

1. Options for Competitiveness - A Review of the Minister's Council on Forest Sector Competitiveness, and the Response from Stakeholders and the Province of Ontario.  NOFC Issue Brief - 1.  2005.
2. The State of Canada's Forests:  A Natural Resources Canada annual publication, includes national and provincial forestry statistics and information.  http://www.nrcan.gc.ca/cfs-scf/national/what-quoi/sof/latest_e.html

Resources

Information within the Resource Centre is organised under several topics:

1. Ontario's Forest Management Regime
   General information on forest management in Ontario.
   
2. Land Use and Wood Supply
   Information regarding the allocation and measurement of wood fibre.
   
3. Economics
   Economic benefits and costs of manufacturing forest products.
   
4. Forest Science Research
   Resources on the use of scientific information in sustainable forest management.
   
5. Public Involvement and Stakeholder Initiatives
   Links to forest management initiatives involving several parties including the general public and various interest groups.