About Us
About the OPFA
As specified in the Professional Foresters Act 2000, the Ontario Professional Foresters Association (OPFA) is responsible for regulating the practice of professional forestry in Ontario. As part of this responsibility, the Association has an ongoing obligation to increase public awareness regarding the role of the Association and its Members. The strategic plan guides the OPFA in how it achieves its mandate. The strategic plan is reviewed and revised every three years.
Our Vision
OPFA members are valued professionals, proudly serving and protecting the public interest while delivering professional forestry services on private and public lands throughout Ontario.
Our Mission
To regulate the practice of professional forestry and govern members of the association (Professional Foresters Act 2000, Section 5(1)) by implementing effective regulatory, professional development and communications programs that serve and protect public interests.