Woodlot management workshop can save landowners tax dollars

Meeting set for March 28

A workshop in Milton could help landowners reduce their property taxes on their forested land by up to 75 per cent. The free woodlot management workshop on Wednesday, March 28 is hosted by The Ontario Forestry Association and Trees Ontario Foundation. Landowners with 10 acres or more of forested land can find out how to apply for tax relief under the Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program (MFTIP), set objectives for their properties, prepare forest stewardship plans and identify local resources to assist them in achieving their management goals. The workshop will be held from 6-8 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 136, 21 Charles St., Milton. Space is limited and pre-registration is recommended. For more information and to register, contact the Ontario Forestry Association at 1-800-387-0790 or info@oforest.on.ca. Information is also available at www.oforest.on.ca.