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 …
Engagement Summary British Columbians were invited to comment on Mount Polley Mining Corporation’s (MPMC) plans for long-term water management of the site. The permit application went through an engagement period, as well as a comprehensive technical review by the Cariboo Mine Development Review Committee. The company submitted its formal permit amendment application and supporting technical …
Engagement Summary In April 2016, the Province announced it was undertaking a review of the Organic Matter Recycling Regulation to ensure that it remains protective of both human health and the environment. In October 2016, a policy intentions paper was released inviting public feedback on proposed new and revised policies. The Organic Matter Recycling Regulation …
Engagement Summary The Ministry of Forests, Lands, and Natural Resource Operations holds a photo contest each year for its publications The Hunting and Trapping Regulation Synopsis, which is published every even year, and the Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis, which is published every odd year. Prior to each publication a photo contest is held to determine …
