Over the last three years, Canada has seen its two highest years on record for wildfires. Our teams assess the effects of the burns on forested areas and select key areas where intervention is needed. From there, we assist the forest’s process of natural regeneration by planting trees in areas that are struggling to be re-established.
Our approach to wildfire reforestation is grounded in making data-driven decisions informed by expert opinion. We prioritize planting in areas where natural regeneration is insufficient to reestablish forest cover. Our teams are committed to remaining adaptive as new research and findings in the field are developed.
Through this project, we have forged a powerful coalition of partners committed to restoring the region’s fire-ravaged landscapes. Backed by the Government of Canada, leading environmental non-profits like Forests Canada, Tree Canada, and the Arbor Day Foundation, and private-sector leaders such as Chilly Moose Ltd. and Orca Intelligence Inc., this initiative is revitalizing over 8,000 hectares of burned forest. By planting more than 3 million trees, we are breathing life back into a critical ecosystem, ensuring the long-term survival of the hundreds of species of plant and animal life that inhabit the Ogoki forest.
The Ogoki Wildfire Reforestation Project
In 2023, the Ogoki forest was impacted by two large wildfires totalling 49,949 hectares in size, leaving behind a landscape of destruction. These fires decimated vast sections of the forest, obliterating plant and tree life and disrupting the entire ecosystem. In partnership with the Agoke Development LP, we are working to restore tree cover, planting over 3.5 million trees.
June 12, 2023
Lightening Strikes
After weeks with no rain, a storm rolled into the Ogoki forest, sending down a bolt of lightning that ignited the fire.
June 22, 2023
The Fire Spreads Quickly
Satellite imagery confirms that strong winds pushed the flames northward through the Ogoki Forest. Fueled by dry conditions and intense heat, the fire advanced uncontrollably, leaving a trail of devastation in its path.
June 27, 2023
The Damage
15 days later, the fire was put out by rain. At this point, a total of 49,949 hectares of land had been scorched, devastating an area larger than the city of Montreal.
June 26, 2024
First Tree Plant
Almost exactly one year after the fire was extinguished, we launched our pilot project, planting just under 28,000 native trees.
July 2025
Second Tree Plant
Using seed sourced from the Ogoki forest, our teams successfully planted 2.2 million trees.
Spring 2026
Additional Trees To Be Planted
We will return to the Ogoki forest to assess the growth and establishment of the trees planted in 2024 and 2025. Our teams are scheduled to plant an additional 1.5 million native trees.
Spring 2027
Growth and Survival Assessments
Performing our year 2 assessment of trees planted in 2026, we will report on the rates of survival and growth.
Spring 2029
Growth and Survival Assessments
Performing our year 5 assessment of trees planted in 2025, we will assess the rates of survival and growth.
Spring 2031
Growth and Survival Assessments
Performing our year 5 assessment of trees planted in 2026, we will assess the rates of survival and growth.
Integrity Reforestation & the Ogoki Forest
Jan 15, 2025
Integrity Reforestation and Agoke Development LP (ADLP) Launch Major Initiative to Restore Wildfire-Impacted Land and Caribou Habitat in Ontario’s Ogoki Forest
August 15, 2025
Replanting forests after wildfires comes with complex challenges, but there are opportunities in the ashes
