The Far North is one of the last, great, largely undeveloped spaces on our planet. It’s a magnificent area with immense cultural and historical value, vast natural resource potential and incredible worth as a wildlife habitat for many sensitive species. The Far North represents 42% of the province and is under increasing pressure for new resource development. It is also an area of the province where there has been very little comprehensive land use planning. The Ontario government is committed to working with First Nations to plan for development in this vital part of the province. To achieve this goal, First Nations and the Ministry of Natural Resources are working together to develop Community Based Land Use Plans. These plans will identify areas to dedicate to protection and areas for potential sustainable economic development opportunities, which can lead to greater prosperity for the area's people and communities. The goal is to find the right approach for both conservation and sustainable development. This website provides an overview of: process, strategy and approved plans.