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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 2, 2026
Albertans can enjoy Sikome beach following $6 million in upgrades to the popular recreation destination.
- Jun 30, 2026
The Town of Canmore has rescinded their evacuation alerts and begun recovery work, while Kananaskis continues to manage flooding impacts, closures and travel restrictions.
- Jun 29, 2026
Rainfall across southern Alberta has prompted states of local emergency in Canmore and the Kananaskis Improvement District, with alerts, watches and advisories in place across multiple river basins.