Natural Resources and Forestry
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry manages Ontario's natural resources, forests, and wildlife, balancing conservation with sustainable economic development and outdoor recreation.
Department Spending
In Financial Year 2023-24,
$1.1B
was spent by Natural Resources and Forestry
In Financial Year 2023-24,
0.5%
of Ontario provincial spending was by Natural Resources and Forestry
The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry spent $1.1B in fiscal year (FY) 2023-24, representing 0.5% of the $206.6B in total provincial spending. This investment supports forest management, conservation, and natural resource stewardship.
Ontario's natural resources are fundamental to both the economy and environment. This ministry manages forests, wildlife, and natural resources while providing outdoor recreation opportunities and wildfire protection services.
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry operates programs including forest management, wildlife conservation, wildfire suppression, natural resource development, outdoor recreation, and environmental monitoring.
