Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry

With forest fires ravaging Northwestern Ontario, and our brave heroes battling to keep them at bay, we were deeply saddened to learn that a close friend and respected colleague has passed away in hospital after a medical emergency in the field. Our condolences and thoughts are with his family, friends and colleagues during this difficult...

OPSEU/SEFPO President Warren (Smokey) Thomas sent the following letter to Premier Doug Ford today to support the urgent request from Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) for Ontario to declare a provincial State of Emergency with regards to the forest fires engulfing Northern Ontario. July 16, 2021 Hon. Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario Room 281 Legislative Building,...

Ontario’s provincial parks and conservation areas rank among the natural wonders of the world, thanks to the hardworking people who devote their lives to preserving and protecting them for this and future generations. OPSEU/SEFPO is so proud to represent a huge number of dedicated members who keep our parks in tip-top shape. They work for...