Proponent: Department of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands

Summary of Environmental Assessment Process

Project Description:

The proponent has submitted a proposal for a five-year operating plan for Zone 7, which includes Forest Management Districts 9 and 16. Zone 7 extends from Deer Lake in the west to Cat Arm in the north and includes all of the Baie Verte Peninsula. The plan describes proposed timber harvesting operations, construction of access roads and silviculture activities. The plan covers the period from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2031.

• August 6, 2026 – The undertaking was registered.
• September 11, 2026 – Deadline for public comments.
• September 20, 2026 – The Minister’s decision is due.

• Documents:
  • Registration Document (102 KB)
  • Forest Management Plan (4.5 MB)
  • Maps
    • Domestic
      • FMD 9 (595 MB)
      • FMD 16 (102 MB)
    • Commercial
      • FMD 9 (147 MB)
      • FMD 16 (49 MB)

• Public Notices
  • Project Registered (16 KB)

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