By allowing local communities to manage community forests on Crown land across Nova Scotia, the province will ensure that our forests are well-managed, and that there are jobs and opportunities for families close to home.

There are 125 community forests across Canada. Groups that manage community forests also pursue their own goals - starting businesses related to forestry, creating ecotourism opportunities and offering education programs. The possibilities are limitless. They can ensure that harvesting is done responsibly; that there are opportunities for recreation, eco-tourism and business; and that the forests create jobs and opportunities close to home.

In 2013 the province issued a Requests for Proposals ‎for one pilot community forest project. This project is in the process of development

For more information about community forests, go to:

• Community Forests Fact Sheet
• January 30, 2015 Medway Community Forest Map
• January 30, 2015 Medway Community Forest Agreement
• January 30, 2015 Medway Community Forest Announcement
• Medway Community Forest Cooperative's website

	Community Forest Photos from across Canada - Click one photo for gallery view