Engagement was open December 15, 2022 to April 14, 2023 On this page… Engagement Summary The Province gathered feedback through an Intentions Paper on a Coastal Marine Strategy. We are currently developing British Columbia’s first province-wide coastal marine policy with First Nations. This comprehensive strategy outlines actions for healthy, resilient coastal marine ecosystems, community well-being …
Engagement was open until May 10, 2023 On this page… Engagement Summary The Ministry of Agriculture and Food (AF) created the Stewarding Agricultural Watercourses (SAW) project to identify challenges and opportunities, build on the successes of current programs such as the Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) and Beneficial Management Practices (BMP) programs, and take next steps …
Phase 1 was open January 25 to March 18, 2022 Phase 2 was open March 6 to April 17, 2023 On this page… Discussion Paper (Phase 1) The Watershed Security Strategy and Fund builds on efforts inside and outside of government to ensure our water and watersheds are respected and valued for all they provide. …
Engagement was open June 9 to August 8, 2022 Engagement Summary The Great Bear Rainforest land use orders (GBRLUO) are the result of collaborative land use planning involving the B.C. government, First Nations, and partners. The 2016 GBRLUO is built upon the principles of continuous improvement and include periodic reviews beginning in 2021, 2026, and …
Engagement was open May 27 to July 15, 2019 Engagement Summary The Forest and Range Practices Act (FRPA) governs sustainable management of B.C.’s public forest and range resources such as: It covers planning and practices that protect these resources and public safety. It also provides oversight for rights holders. The Province sought feedback on these …
Engagement was open Jun 8 to Jun 23, 2021 Engagement Summary The ministry collected feedback on the planning and management of the Dry-Belt Douglas Fir Forests. These forests face pressure from: The online workshops used: Watch the recorded workshops: Results Read the What We Heard Report. Related engagements
Engagement Summary A new website was created to better support how you learn about and comment on Crown Land applications in B.C. While the website was already launched, the content and functionality continued to evolve, based on your feedback and experiences. Engagement Timeframe October 15, 2018 to January 21, 2019 Input Received This engagement received …
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 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 The Province invited feedback on proposed amendments to the 2004 Flood Hazard Area Land Use Management Guidelines. The Guidelines help local governments, land-use managers, and approving officers develop and implement land-use management plans, and make subdivision approval decisions in areas subject to flood hazards. The Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource …
