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The District of Mackenzie Celebrates National Forest Week – September 20 – 26, 2026
National Forest Week 2026
Originally established in 1920 as Forest Fire Prevention Week and later renamed in 1967 to what is known today, National Forest Week encourages a greater public awareness of Canada's forests as a valuable, renewable and green resource. It challenges Canadians to learn more about the forest sector, and its significance to our culture, traditions, economy, history, environment, and future. Over National Forest Week, several events take place across the country, connecting thousands of Canadians to this vast natural resource, and instilling pride in Canada's forest sector!
Each year, the CIF-IFC leads this one-week campaign, which includes coordinating a theme:
Forest pathways: Innovation and Sustainability
The sustainable future of Canada's forest is shaped by science and innovation. From advanced monitoring technologies to evolving management practices, innovation-driven forestry balances ecological integrity with economic opportunity. By Embracing science, innovation and diverse global perspectives, we support resilient forests that will provide environmental, social and economic benefits in a changing world.
