Algonquin Forestry Authority

Ministry

Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry

URL

www.algonquinforestry.on.ca

Address

222 MAIN STREET WEST
HUNTSVILLE
P1H1Y1

Phone

(705) 789-9647

Fax

705 789 9647

Background

ALGONQUIN FORESTRY AUTHORITY ACT, RSO 1990, C. A.17, S. 3 (opens a new window)

Function

Subject to the Crown Forest Sustainability Act, the Algonquin Forestry Authority is allowed to harvest timber in Algonquin Park and to sort, sell and deliver the logs. It is also empowered to advise on, undertake and carry out forestry, land-management and other programs and projects as the Minister may authorize.

Membership

The Lieutenant Governor in Council appoints not less than five and not more than twelve members and designates one member as chair and one as vice-chair. The General Manager is not a member of the board.

Term

There is no limitation in legislation.

Meetings

The Algonquin Forestry Authority meets six times a year, approximately every two months. Meetings are held in various locations in and around Algonquin Park. Members combine business meetings with visits to mills and logging sites.

Remuneration

Appointees are remunerated according to Schedule A, Level 1 of the Agencies and Appointments Directive

Appointments & Vacancies