Financial Assistance Program for the Development of Private Woodlots
At a glance
- No Condition
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Gouvernement du Québec
Overview
Eligibility criteria
This grant is available to forest producers who hold a certificate confirming their status. Eligible activities include sylvicultural treatments specified in the technical reference document for private forests.
- Applicants must be recognized as forest producers with a valid certificate.
- Qualified activities must align with the sylvicultural treatments outlined in the technical reference document for private forests.
Who is eligible
Eligible types of companies for this grant:
- Companies recognized as forest producers with the required certification.
Eligible expenses
This grant provides financial assistance for eligible forest management activities in private forests. The eligible expenses include:
- Silvicultural treatments
- Technical and execution costs for approved forestry treatments
Eligible projects & activities
There are eligible activities for the Program of Aid for the Development of Private Forests. The program covers a range of silvicultural treatments including thinning, planting, and harvesting.
- Thinning of forest stands
- Tree planting on forested land
- Harvesting operations
Evaluation & selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:
- Recognition as a forest producer and possession of the required certificate
How to apply
- Contact the regional private forest development agency in your area to obtain the name of an accredited forest advisor.
Programme d’aide à la mise en valeur des forêts privées
Understanding the Program: A Detailed Overview
The Program for the Enhancement of Private Forests offers financial and technical assistance to private forest owners looking to undertake forest management activities on their land. Managed by regional private forest development agencies, the program aims to support forest owners in implementing sustainable forestry practices while enhancing the value of their private forests.
Eligibility for the program requires individuals to be recognized as forest producers with the relevant certification. The activities covered by the program include a range of eligible silvicultural treatments outlined in the Technical Reference Manual for Private Forests, providing a comprehensive guide for forest management practices. Detailed information on the financial assistance provided, based on technical aspects and execution of silvicultural treatments, can be found in the Annual Grid of Investment Rates in Private Forests, applicable across all regional private forest development agencies.
Forest owners seeking support through the program must engage accredited forest advisors to access the allotted financial aid and necessary professional and technical services for approved works. For further assistance and information on certified advisors, individuals should reach out to their regional private forest development agency. Stay informed about the latest updates and guidelines to make the most of the opportunities available through the Program for the Enhancement of Private Forests.
