This notice is in response to legislative changes brought forward in accordance with order in council 403/2023 (web search; OIC 403/2023), and subsequent provisions to the Forest and Range Practices Amendment Act coming into effect April 1st, 2024. These provisions introduce new planning requirements for forest stewardship plan holders- Namely a requirement for licence holders to publish their operating plans with approximate locations of new cutblocks and roads, with estimated year of harvest.
This information can be accessed through the following link: https://fom.nrs.gov.bc.ca/public/projects#splash.
The public is encouraged to review and comment on these proceedings. It is important to note that not all areas (shapes) will be clear cut or even harvested. Internal reserves, riparian features and retention areas in and around the proposed harvest shapes are not delineated on the FOM.
This FOM is open for commenting April 3rd to May 3rd, 2024, through the FOM portal. In addition, public comment and review during regular work hours (8:30 am to 4:30 pm weekdays) or via private appointment at the following address and/or by sending your request to info@blcomfor.com is available, as well as our website and social media platforms.
Frank Varga, RPF
General Manager
Burns Lake Community Forest Ltd