The first intake period for the Forest Biomass Program closes on May 31!

This year, the program is investing $20 million in projects to increase Ontario’s use of wood and support forest sector innovation.

Learn more and apply at ontario.ca/page/forest-bi…

#DYK ? You can view past and present terrestrial rabies cases on our interactive rabies surveillance map. Results can be filtered by year, rabies strain, status and municipality.

View the map: ontario.ca/page/wildlife-…

#RabiesAwarenessMonth

What’s in a name?

Every fire season, Ontario Forest Fires shares updates on active fires with different names. These names indicate the location and number of fires in the area.

Example: SUD017 is the 17th reported fire in Sudbury of that fire season.

#FireFactFriday

Time flies when you're in the air! The Ontario Provincial Air Service (OPAS) turns 100 years old in 2024.

This photo of a float plane was taken from the MNRF’s news magazine, Sylva in 1953.

Learn about today’s fleet: ontario.ca/page/aviation-… #100YearsOfOPAS Ontario Forest Fires

Ontario’s Conservation Officers want to wish you, your family and friends a happy May #longweekend . Whether up at the cottage or on the water fishing, we remind you to stay safe!

See a waterbomber in the sky? Get out of the way and onto the shore! Waterbombers need space to scoop water and assist in fighting fires. Obstructions delay their ability to do so, and puts safety at risk.

Learn more: ontario.ca/page/drones-wa… Ontario Forest Fires

A long weekend means more time fishing! 🎣

If you are fishing with baitfish, make sure you #KnowTheRules before you cast your line.

Learn more: ontario.ca/Baitfish

Excited to head out for the first of many cottage weekends? ⛅

Remember to use local firewood and clean your gear thoroughly to avoid the spread of invasive species or diseases between locations.

Learn more: ontario.ca/page/invasive-…

#KnowTheRules about outdoor burning in Ontario’s fire region.

If burning wood, brush and leaves, the fire must not be ignited sooner than two hours before sunset. It should also be extinguished no later than two hours after sunrise.

Learn more: ontario.ca/page/outdoor-f…

If you plan on using fireworks, be safe and check municipal bylaws.

Make sure that the area is free of flammable materials, you have fire suppression equipment on hand, and hot residue is put out before leaving.

Learn more: ontario.ca/page/how-preve…

@ONForestFires

Looking forward to long weekends at the cottage? Remember to be #BearWise :
- clean grease and food residue from grills after each use
- leash your dog
- remove garbage before leaving

Learn more: ontario.ca/page/bear-wise…

We’ve deployed ten #Ontario #FireRanger crews from Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services to Manitoba to support wildland firefighting efforts currently underway in our neighbouring province. #InteragencyCollaboration #GLFFC

How much do you know about Rabies? May is #RabiesAwarenessMonth , and we’ll be sharing more information about the work our rabies staff do to keep Ontario’s people, pets and wildlife safe.

Stay tuned and learn more: ontario.ca/Rabies.

Do you know Ontario’s rules for moving bait?

Ontario is divided into four Bait Management Zones (BMZ). You are not allowed to transport baitfish or leeches, whether live or dead into or out of a BMZ with limited exceptions.

Learn more: ontario.ca/document/ontar…

Parts of Northwestern #Ontario are being impacted by #smoke from active #WildlandFires in the prairie provinces. Visit FireSmoke.ca to access current and forecasted smoke conditions. If you are concerned about health impacts of smoke, contact Telehealth Ontario at 811.

Home to our celebrated fleet of #aircraft , this year the #Ontario Provincial Air Service (OPAS) celebrates a century of protecting Ontario’s forests. Learn more: ontario.ca/page/aviation-…