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Minister Todd Loewen
Todd Loewen was sworn in as the Minister of Forestry and Parks on June 9, 2023.
Mandate letter
The Premier's mandate letter to the Minister of Forestry and Parks outlines the objectives and priorities of the work they will focus on in their role.
Our responsibilities
The Ministry of Forestry and Parks is responsible for:
- growing Alberta’s environmentally responsible wood products and forestry sector
- protecting Alberta’s forests from wildfire
- preserving our provincial parks for the recreation and enjoyment of Albertans
- enabling access to public lands for recreational and commercial purposes while prioritizing conservation
- managing public lands and balancing sustainable rangelands and grazing leases for Alberta producers
Latest news
- Jul 19, 2024
Albertans are invited to visit a provincial park and celebrate Parks Day on July 20.
- Jul 10, 2024
Due to increasing wildfire danger and many active wildfires across the province, Alberta’s government is implementing a fire ban for the entire Forest Protection Area at 4:00 p.m.
- Jul 9, 2024
Alberta’s government is taking action to protect Albertans lives and livelihoods from problem wildlife, including grizzly bears.