Forestry

This presentation discusses ways to turn New Brunswick's forest sector around and improve its competitiveness, including recommendations regarding more sustainable paths for its development.

A presentation regarding the manner in which the forest industry is heading and ideas as to how to capitalize on the economic opportunities available.

Application form to renew a scaler's licence.

Application form to obtain a scaler's licence.

A Scalers Licence is a licence which authorizes a person to scale primary forest products harvested from NB Crown Lands or primary forest products marketed through a Producer Association. Licences will be renewed every five years.

Outline of approaches to managing woodlots to protect against pests.

Answers to frequently asked questions regarding burning permits.

Fire season usually runs from the third Monday in April until the end of October. Burning permits are required for campfires, burning debris, burning grass and blueberry fields and for larger prescribed fires.

A list of permits / licenses required to participate in forestry activities, including commercial and domestic cutting and mill operation, buring operation,and timber exportation, scaling, and purchasing.

Link to request for refund of revenue tax form for business owners in the fishery, farming, aquaculture, or forestry sectors.