Documents

Current New Forest Act proposal documents and supporting material.

Executive Summary — March 2026

A three-page overview of the purpose, PRH framework, governance, transition, and economic implications.

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New Forest Act Proposal — March 2026

The complete framework, including the legislative transition, priorities, governance, Nature-Directed Stewardship, PRH, economics, and private managed forest land material.

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Backgrounder — October 2025

Research and supporting analysis behind the proposal.

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PMFLA Appendix — March 2026

Vancouver Island implementation brief explaining how the New Forest Act framework would replace the Private Managed Forest Land Act. This appendix is also included in the full New Forest Act Proposal.

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Public action resources

What You Can Do Next

Practical steps for members of the public who want the New Forest Act considered by government.

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Local Government Next Steps

Options for councils and regional districts, including briefing requests, provincial review, and sample resolution wording.

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Template Letter

A full and short letter template for contacting an MLA or minister about the New Forest Act.

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