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• Ontario Fire Update

  August 21, 2018 1:30 P.M.

  The Ontario government is pleased to say one of the largest fires in northeastern Ontario — Parry Sound 33 — is being held, and some waterway and road restrictions have be...

  Bulletin | Natural Resources and Forestry

• Parry Sound 33 Forest Fire Now Being Held

  August 9, 2018 12:17 P.M.

  After three weeks of battling it from the air and ground, firefighters have succeeded in containing Parry Sound 33, the largest forest fire in central Ontario, to its current size for the past ...

  Bulletin | Natural Resources and Forestry

• Ontario Contributes $100 Million More to Battling Forest Fires

  August 8, 2018 5:25 P.M.

  Today, the Ford Government has committed an additional $100 million to fight forest fires across the province.

  News release | Natural Resources and Forestry

• Current Fire Situation in Ontario - August 7th Update

  August 7, 2018 3:27 P.M.

  Some mixed weather over the August long weekend and unwavering efforts by firefighters have meant progress on wildland fires across the province.

  Bulletin | Natural Resources and Forestry

• Ontario Taking Action To Fight Wildfires

  August 2, 2018 11:10 A.M.

  Ontario is prioritizing the safety of the public and emergency responders, and the protection of communities and private property during this year's busy fire season.

  News release | Natural Resources and Forestry

• Current Fire Situation in Ontario

  August 1, 2018 3:52 P.M.

  High temperatures, dry conditions and frequent thunderstorms are contributing to a busy fire season across Northern and Central Ontario. Our number one priority is the safety of the public and ...

  Bulletin | Natural Resources and Forestry

• Ontario Celebrates Conservation Officer of the Year

  July 30, 2018 12:01 P.M.

  Mark Bailie, a 30-year veteran conservation officer, has been named the Ontario Conservation Officer of the Year for 2018. Officers are nominated for the award by their peers and chosen by a co...

  Bulletin | Natural Resources and Forestry

• Statement by the Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry on the Death of a Wildland Firefighter in Northwestern Ontario

  July 27, 2018 6:52 P.M.

  Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry, the Honourable Jeff Yurek, issued the following statement:

  Statement | Natural Resources and Forestry

• Minister's Statement Regarding the Ontario Tree Seed Plant

  July 17, 2018 2:15 P.M.

  Toronto - Today, the Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry Jeff Yurek released the following statement:

  Statement | Natural Resources and Forestry