Forest Management Through Partnership

A collaborative approach to sustainable forest stewardship, Indigenous participation, and responsible resource management

Nisokapawino Forestry Management Corporation (NFMC) is a forest services provider jointly owned by Nekoté Limited Partnership, representing seven First Nations, and Canadian Kraft Paper Industries (CKP) in The Pas, Manitoba.

NFMC is responsible for forest management activities on Forest Management Licence (FML) No. 2 in northern Manitoba—the largest forest tenure in North America, covering approximately 8.7 million hectares of boreal forest. The licence area overlaps the ancestral territories of nine First Nations, reflecting the importance of partnership, shared stewardship, and respect for the land.

Through this partnership, NFMC works to support sustainable forest management while advancing shared goals that include Indigenous participation in decision‑making, employment and training opportunities, community and cultural investment, educational support, and reliable access to fibre.

VISION

NFMC will be recognized for its excellence as a forest services provider, in facilitation of Indigenous and Forest Industry relationships, and actions that promote reconciliation.

MISSION

NFMC supports fibre security by strengthening relationships with the Nekoté Nations through shared decision‑making, economic opportunity, and investment in community, culture, and education.

VALUES

  • Respect and Empathy for the land, our partners, and each other.
  • Honesty and Integrity in our actions and decisions.
  • Attitude and Teamwork with our partners and communities.
  • Innovation and Work Ethic in our approach to forest management.
  • Reconciliation in all aspects of our work.
  • Safety in all our operations.

The Pillars of NFMC

NFMC is supported by seven pillars outlined in the Partnership Agreement signed in July 2018. These pillars guide NFMC’s responsibilities as a Forest Services Provider and reflect the shared objectives of the Partners.

Our Partners

  • The Nekoté Ltd. Partnership is comprised of seven First Nations with deep connections to the land and shared interests in sustainable forest management. These Nations include Chemawawin Cree Nation, Mathias Colomb Cree Nation, Misipawistik Cree Nation, Mosakahiken Cree Nation, Opaskwayak Cree Nation, Sapotaweyak Cree Nation, and Wuskwi Sipihk First Nation. Together, they work collaboratively to support responsible forest stewardship, economic opportunity, and long‑term benefits for their communities and future generations. Click here to learn more

  • CKP is a global producer of specialty unbleached sack kraft paper and a 50% partner in NFMC, a jointly owned forestry management company formed with Nekoté Limited Partnership to deliver sustainable forest management services. Click here to learn more

Communities on FML 2

Use the interactive map below to find your community and discover forest management information for your area. The map is updated annually with the latest details.