Forest management – Overview

Alberta's commitment

Alberta has demonstrated commitment to the principles of sustainable forest management and responsible stewardship through the development of rigorous legislation and policies for the protection, conservation and sustainable management of forests. Government foresters and biologists work alongside forest industry representatives to develop long-term plans that ensure forest values are maintained for future generations.

Alberta is continually reviewing standards, monitoring operational and research results, and seeking improvements. As well, new practices and technology allow Alberta's forest product companies to use virtually all the wood harvested, operate more efficiently and generate fewer emissions.

International Organization for Standardization (ISO) certification

• FOMP Quality Policy

Directives, forms and standards

• Forestry directives and standard operating procedures
  Find forestry policy directives and standard operating procedures.
• Forestry forms
  Access forest management and other forestry-related forms and applications.
• Regulated Forestry Professionals
  See this page for Regulated Forestry Professional (RFP) checklists.

Growth and yield forecasting

Alberta monitors and predicts forest growth and current yield to determine sustainable allowable harvest levels.

For Growth and Yield related reports, tools and relevant links, see: Growth & Yield.

Other resources

• Alberta Timber Scaling Manuals and Forms
• Forest management standards and guidelines
  Access to:
  • Forest management reference manuals
  • Operating ground rules
  • Standards documents and other related guidelines
• Gene Conservation Plan for Native Trees of Alberta
• Genetics and Tree Improvement Research 
  Find research papers about the genetics and growth potential for the following coniferous tree species in Alberta:
  • Lodgepole pine
  • White spruce
• Management of Alberta's Forest Resource