The resulting Integrated Forest Land Use Management Plan provides guidelines for the allocation and protection of resources and values associated with the land, and details for plan implementation and monitoring. This information is compiled into a draft background information document, and distributed to known stakeholders of the area prior to a series of introductory public meetings throughout the region. The public meetings will provide individuals with the opportunity to provide additional information on current use and issues, as well as to provide advice on which interests should be represented on a public advisory committee. A critical part of the planning process is ongoing public involvement. A public advisory committee, made up of representatives of a wide range of interests, will be formed to help SERM in the development of forest management strategies.
Any interested body can have a representative on the advisory committee.
For example, there can be representatives from the rural municipalities, Indian bands who have traditionally used the Nisbet Provincial Forest, nearby urban municipalities, recreation groups, tourism agencies, environmental groups, mining associations, independent forest operators, grazing permit holders, and the forest industry. Draft Plan Preparation A draft plan that includes resource management and implementation strategies to resolve issues and to achieve the plan's goals and objectives will be developed by both the planning team and the advisory committee. During the development of the draft plan, a second round of public meetings will be held to provide an update on progress, and to seek further direction from the public. Once the draft Integrated Forest Management Plan is completed, it will be reviewed by an independent panel appointed by the Minister to ensure that the plan meets the requirements of The Forest Resources Management Act and regulations. The plan will also be reviewed by the advisory committee, government and the public.