What's New

Announcement: New Executive Director
The Managed Forest Council is pleased to announce Pam Jorgenson, RPF as our new Executive Director, effective November 1, 2025. Pam will be taking over from Ann Donaldson, RPF, who is retiring after 20 years of service with the Council.

Compliance Decisions Update
Council has several mechanisms that may be used to ensure compliance with the Private Managed Forest Land Act & Regulations. Compliance mechanisms and decisions are outlined in the compliance section of this website.

Commercial Thinning – Retention & Reforestation
Commercial thinning is increasingly used on private managed forest land for several purposes. Council has a new commercial thinning policy to clarify tree retention and reforestation obligations.

Managed Forest Council Election 2025
UPDATE: Blair Robertson, Managed Forest 177, has been re-elected by acclamation for a three-year term starting July 1, 2025.
One private managed forest land owner from the coast region will be elected to Council for a three-year term beginning July 1, 2025. Council will accept nominations for this position until April 15, 2025.