Forest Careers

Over the past several years it has become evident that there is a strong need for education and career opportunities in forestry and natural resource management. Forestry has become a highly technical field that provides solutions and continuing research and advancement for some of today's critical issues; climate change, water quality etc. There is a need now, more than ever, for qualified experts to maintain and manage our natural resources, particularly since the majority of the current forestry workforce is slated to retirement within the next 10 years.

The Ontario Forestry Association is focused on increasing the promotion of educational opportunities and careers for youth in the fields of forestry and natural resource management. This involves providing information and resources to school boards, guidance counselors, teachers, and students regarding specific programs, course descriptions, and direction to employment opportunities - thus offering high school students with the facts needed to make informed career decisions.

Career Resources

GoodWork- a website dedicated to connecting motivated, green-minded people with opportunities to contribute and be employed. Career postings are across Canada.

WorkCabin- discover meaningful jobs from great Canadian employers at Canada's Environmental Job Site. Career postings are across Canada.

Ontario Public Service Careers- career postings for various Ontario government career opportunities, including those with the Ministry of Natural Resources.

Environmental Careers Organization (ECO)- find your dream career on Canada's largest environmental job board. Career postings are across Canada.

Canadian Forests- a website promoting forestry and forest products, including a section on forestry related careers. Career postings are across Canada.

Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources- information about the OMNR employment programs for interns and students, educational resources, how to access job opportunities in MNR and the public service and other forestry employment resources in Ontario. Career information specific to Ontario.

GoForestry- an interactive New Brunswick based website with great information about forestry education and careers.