Forestry workers, employers and communities throughout British Columbia are receiving targeted assistance through a forestry workers support grant. The $20.8-million investment announced last week is…
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Lot 4616 prescribed burn tentatively scheduled
The District of Invermere is alerting the community to an upcoming prescribed burn tentatively scheduled between late March and mid-April. This wildfire risk reduction project…
Screening sparks candid conversation on wildfire and forest health
BC Is Burning film and panel discussion emphasized prevention, active management, and community resilience More than 380 community members gathered at the Key City Theatre…
Heritage Conservation Act legislation changes delayed
The B.C. government announced Jan. 19 it is postponing the introduction of proposed amendments to the Heritage Conservation Act that had originally been anticipated for…
PFAC launches website and engagement process
The Provincial Forest Advisory Council (PFAC) has launched a new website where people in British Columbia can learn about the council’s work and share their…
Travel safely this Labour Day long weekend
As people in B.C. prepare to celebrate the Labour Day long weekend before students return to school, people are encouraged to plan ahead, stay safe…
Be safe this B.C. Day long weekend
As the B.C. Day long weekend arrives, people are encouraged to stay informed about wildfire conditions, be prepared and plan travel. Warming summer temperatures and ongoing…
Partnership will help detect and monitor wildfires in B.C.
A camera network that gives first responders information to support wildfire response, emergency management and public awareness is being expanded through a partnership between the…
A collaborative approach to forest management
Kootenay Conservation Program Kari Stuart-Smith, a wildlife ecologist and Manager of Biodiversity & Wildlife at Canfor, has dedicated over 30 years to advancing sustainable forest…
Fuel reduction work underway at Wasa
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) this morning passed along information from the Ministry of Forests regarding a fuel reduction project in the Wasa…