Special Investigation – SIR/26November 2009 RECOMMENDATIONS 1.a) The Board recommends that government explore the option of creating a more streamlined framework for range planning by replacing the RUP with a set of clear practice requirements and creating a defined approach for preparation of RSPs. A number of considerations would have to go into such a framework […]
Complaint Investigation – IRC/158October 2009 REQUEST The Board requests that MOE advise it of the status of the federal re‐evaluation by September 30, 2010. Response to Request
Audit – ARC/108July 2009 REQUEST The Board requests that BCTS provide us with a report by October 31, 2009, on the remedial actions taken with respect to the ongoing maintenance issues on portions of the Potlatch and McNab forest service roads. Closing Letter
Audit – ARC/106May 2009 REQUEST Subsequent to the audit, BCTS informed the Board that they are using an updated version of seedlot management software and have reviewed their contract administration procedures to address seedling transfer issues. As well, BCTS plans to seek approval for those areas that were outside the transfer limits in effect at […]
Complaint Investigation – IRC/151March 2009 RECOMMENDATION BCTS Prince George and the Ministry of Forests should take steps to mitigate any damage to the complainants’ businesses resulting from the opening up of access via the McCorkall and Woodpecker connectors. Closing Letter
Audit – ARC/104February 2009 REQUEST Although the CVFC has not restocked these areas with the species and to the density specified in its plans, the cutblocks are vegetated. The relatively small size and dispersed nature of the cutblocks reflect the CVFC’s ecosystem-based philosophy of forest management and its objectives for a variety of forest resources, […]
Special Investigation – SIR/25January 2009 RECOMMENDATION The Board recommends that government take the necessary actions to ensure fish access to valuable habitat is maintained and restored. Response to Recommendation
Special Investigation – SIR/24December 2008 RECOMMENDATIONS Exemptions1. The Board recommends that licensees consider requesting exemptions from fire hazard assessment requirements where it can be demonstrated that circumstances, conditions and practices make the request appropriate. Fire Hazard Assessment Process2. The Board recommends that a simpler fire hazard and risk assessment process be developed to accurately assess […]
Complaint Investigation – IRC/145September 2008 RECOMMENDATION The Ministry of Forests and Range should consider removing the December 2006 policy on salvage permits for woodlots, or amending it so that it is consistent with the administrative practices within forest districts. Whichever process is chosen for the administration of blanket salvage permits, it should provide woodlot licensees […]
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