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Forest Practices Effective at Reducing Landslides

Forest companies did a good job reducing the occurrence of landslides caused by their operations under the Forest Practices Code, the Forest Practices Board reported today.

Significant non-compliance found in MacMillan Bloedel’s practices on Vancouver Island’s west coast

A compliance audit found serious problems with aspects of MacMillan Bloedel Ltd.’s operations in Tree Farm Licence 44 on west Vancouver Island, the Forest Practices Board announced today.

Revelstoke Community Forest Audit Released

Revelstoke Community Forest Corporation has implemented sound forest practices, but must improve its fire preparedness, the Forest Practices Board reported today.

Protection of scenic areas near Williston Lake consistent with Forest Practices Code

Victoria – The Ministry of Forests’ decision to identify scenic areas and establish visual quality objectives for areas visible from Williston Lake was reasonable and met Forest Practices Code requirements, said the Forest Practices Board in a report released today. In its report, the board recommends the district manager start a process for public participation. […]

Northern Nlaka’pamux Forestry Resources Gets Clean Audit

Northern Nlaka’pamux Forestry Resources Ltd (NNFR), based in Lytton, complied with the Forest and Range Practices Act (FRPA) and worked efficiently to salvage fire-damaged timber, the Forest Practices Board reported today.

Plans for livestock grazing questioned

VICTORIA – A report released today says that planning requirements for grazing livestock on public lands are not being met, and the Forest Practices Board is recommending that government look at eliminating the preparation of detailed plans for most ranchers and giving them practice requirements that they must follow instead. Under the province’s Forest and […]