Canada is recognized as a global leader in how we sustainably manage our forests and has some of the toughest provincial and federal regulatory frameworks in the world. Before a single tree is harvested, Canadian foresters operating on public land (where 90% of Canada’s forests are located) engage in extensive community consultation with Indigenous partners, community representatives, and environmental groups. They also submit a comprehensive 150-to-200-year sustainable forest management plan for the forest that must be approved by provincial governments before a single tree is harvested. These practices, regulations and third-party forest certifications ensure that healthy and resilient forests meet both present-day and future needs and contribute to the sustainable development of our communities.