Our geo-spatial tools place forestry data at your fingertips
From detailed forest information and fibre supply models to regional infrastructure, demographic and market access, and business support mechanisms.
Identify potential opportunities throughout the province
As you investigate our projects and the successfully funded new developments in the Forest Technology Commercial Acceleration Program.
Developed by Ontario’s Centre for Research & Innovation in the Bio-economy (CRIBE)
Promoting economic development and investment opportunities in Ontario, Forest EDGE provides investors with decision-supporting tools and information related to the province’s forest resources.
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Forestry and publicly available data help connect the dots to potential opportunities
Utilizing industry and GIS expertise, we have developed these user friendly tools and resources to help you better understand Ontario’s forest ecosystem and the role forest products play in the province’s growing bioeconomy.
Forest Information Reference Encyclopedia
Learn more about Ontario’s forest practices, policies, and existing industry through these interactive maps and dashboards.
Economic Fibre Supply Model
Forest inventory information and potential facility locations help you estimate delivered fibre costs.
Wood at Work Site Selection Tool
A dynamic site selection tool for the attraction of new bio-economy business in Ontario.