Analysis of the experience of applying forest legislation in Canadian forests of different types of ownership

The article examines the legislation of Canada in the field of forest management in forests of different ownership forms. The structure of forest ownership in Canada is presented in the context of provinces and territories. The main forms of ownership of forest lands are given. The features of forest management in provinces with the highest forest cover rates are revealed. The forest management system is studied taking into account the features of each province. The types of permits applied for forest use are considered. The powers and responsibilities of provinces and territories in forest management are listed. Examples from world practice on the division of forest resource management functions are considered.