Engagement Summary The Coastal Douglas-fir (CDF) ecosystem is a high priority for protection in British Columbia for a variety of reasons. This ecosystem is home to 29 endangered plant communities. Additionally, the southern part of Vancouver Island and the Southern Gulf Islands contain eighty per cent of the CDF ecosystem in the world. There are …
Engagement Summary The public was invited to comment on proposed changes to 19 fishing regulations for the 2019-2021 Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis. Based on regional requirements and conditions, the intent of these regulation adjustments is to meet management objectives for native and invasive fish species, while maintaining sustainable angling opportunities for recreational fishers. Engagement Timeframe December …
Engagement Summary In March 2017 the Province and Halfway River First Nation signed a Government-to-Government Agreement, which included working together to recommend that a conservancy be established in an area of high cultural significance to the community. The proposed Tsaa Nuna conservancy, 65 km northwest of Fort St. John and 35 km northeast of …
Engagement Summary The Province of British Columbia developed a made-in-BC wild salmon strategy that will support restoring healthy and abundant wild salmon stocks in B.C. Read more about the framework for this process and strategy here. To begin developing the strategy, the Wild Salmon Advisory Council formulated an options paper on: Restoration and enhancement of …
Engagement Summary The Organic Matter Recycling Regulation (OMRR) governs the construction and operation of compost facilities, and the production, distribution, storage, sale and use of biosolids and compost. The OMRR is undergoing a comprehensive review to ensure it remains protective of human health and the environment. We welcomed comments regarding the information outlined …
Engagement Summary B.C. is developing a clean growth plan to integrate the province’s goals for climate action, clean energy and sustainable economic growth. By working together, we can protect B.C.’s unique environment, meet our climate commitments, and generate benefits for more people as we build a cleaner economy. To develop the plan, we gathered feedback …
Read the Ongoing Engagements What was this engagement about? Historically, water use for prospecting did not require an authorization from the Province and over time mineral exploration and small-scale placer mining were considered prospecting. This changed in 2016 with the narrow definition of prospecting under the Water Sustainability Act (WSA), and individuals undertaking these …
Engagement Summary The Provincial Government is reviewing B.C.’s Environmental Assessment Process to ensure the legal rights of First Nations are respected and the public’s expectation of a strong, transparent process is met. Revitalization of the Environmental Assessment Process will focus on three key outcomes: Enhancing public confidence, transparency and meaningful participation; Advancing reconciliation with …
Engagement Summary On January 30, 2018, the Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy (the Minister) announced a proposed second phase of regulations to improve preparedness, response and recovery from potential spills. The first phase of the regulations, approved in October 2017, established a standard of preparedness, response and recovery necessary to protect B.C.’s …
Engagement Summary On August 2, 2017, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy George Heyman announced an independent review of the Hullcar Aquifer with the goal of ensuring practices from the agricultural sector are aligned the provision and protection of clean, safe drinking water for all British Columbians. The review of the Hullcar Aquifer …
