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The UINR forestry division strives for an environmentally sound way to use our natural resources while creating employment for members of our communities and further strengthening relationships between local industry and Mi’kmaq people.

In 2002, an agreement was signed between Stora Enso (now NewPage) and UINR outlining provisions for forestry management services to be carried out by UINR on Cape Breton crown lands. This management includes forest planning, harvesting and silviculture. The contract gives UINR access to act as a contractor and harvest up to 10% of the annual allowable cut on Cape Breton with a potential increase in the harvest volume.