Board Policies This page contains Forest Practices Board policies and procedures that may interest the general public. The policies and procedures relate to how the Board carries out its mandate. This page will be updated as new policies and procedures are developed. Governance Policies Code of Conduct External Communications Forest Practices Board Members’ Role & […]
An investigation into a complaint from a rancher in the Cariboo-Chilcotin about the effects of mountain pine beetle and salvage logging on water flows has not found any precise answers, but identifies salvage logging as one of a number of contributing factors. This case underscores the need for greater knowledge about the effect of forest disturbance on watersheds.
An investigation into how well eight forest companies maintain roads and bridges in the Campbell River, South Island and Squamish forest districts showed generally good performance in meeting legal obligations
A complaint investigation report released today brings attention to the special value of trees of exceptional size or form, age or historical significance.
Both C&C Wood Products Ltd. (C&C) and Lakeland Mills Ltd. ( Lakeland) have demonstrated sound forest practices, the Forest Practices Board reported in two compliance audit reports released today.
VICTORIA – The Forest Practices Board will conduct a pilot audit examining effectiveness of forest practices at protecting water quality. The audit will examine two community watersheds in the Arrow Boundary Forest District. Two principle objectives of this audit are to assess compliance with the water management requirements of forest practices legislation, and to assess […]
The Board conducts its work throughout British Columbia, and we respectfully acknowledge the territories of the many Indigenous Peoples who have lived on these lands since time immemorial.
