Fire prevention efforts of forestry operations examined
An investigation of fire preparedness of forestry licensees has found that major companies are complying with the Wildfire Act, but some smaller operators are taking significant risks.
An investigation of fire preparedness of forestry licensees has found that major companies are complying with the Wildfire Act, but some smaller operators are taking significant risks.
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.
VICTORIA – Al Gorley, chair of the Forest Practices Board, has issued the following statement upon the announcement of Cabinet appointments by Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Minister Steve Thomson today: “On behalf of board members and staff at the Forest Practices Board, we are pleased to welcome new board chair Timothy Ryan to […]
INFO BULLETIN VICTORIA – Sept. 18-25, 2016, is National Forest Week in Canada – a time to celebrate Canada’s forests and the benefits they provide to Canadians. The theme this year is True North, Strong and Green. There are many reasons why this year’s theme is particularly suited to British Columbia. B.C. is certainly green […]