People are invited to share their input to help guide the development of the Xwulqw’selu (Koksilah) Water and Watershed Sustainability Plan (the Plan) and shape long-term solutions for water supply and ecosystem health.
As severe drought conditions continue to affect river levels in the Thompson Okanagan region, fish-population protection orders will protect endangered chinook salmon in the Salmon River and Bessette Creek by temporarily restricting water use for forage crops and identified industrial purposes.
Ravi Parmar, Minister of Forests, has provided the following statement about extending the engagement process for modernizing the Heritage Conservation Act in B.C.:
The Province is improving the permitting process for the natural-resource sector, and members of the public are invited to provide feedback on proposals related to water management.
The public is invited to comment on proposed ministerial orders to implement the Gwa’ni land-use plan.
The B.C. Public Service acknowledges the territories of First Nations around B.C. and is grateful to carry out our work on these lands. We acknowledge the rights, interests, priorities, and concerns of all Indigenous Peoples - First Nations, Métis, and Inuit - respecting and acknowledging their distinct cultures, histories, rights, laws, and governments.
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