Results-Based Forest and Range Practices Act

The BC government has introduced the Forest and Range Practices Act, beginning British Columbia’s transition to a results-based forest and range practices code with penalties for non-compliance. The new code is expected to ensure that British Columbia achieves high-quality forest and range management without reducing any environmental standards. The government's vision is to reduce red tape, encourage innovation by skilled resource professionals and hold industry responsible for outcomes.

On December 17, 2002, streamlining amendments to the Forest Practices Code of British Columbia Act and regulations came into effect.
 
Below is a list of useful websites and downloadable PDF documents that will assist you in understanding the complexity of this shift in range management in British Columbia.

Bill 74: The Forest and Range Practices Act 

Contains the contents of the new Act.
2002 Legislative Session: 3rd Session, 37th Parliament. THIRD READING

You can view this one-page pdf document that briefly explains the new range regime under the Results-based Code. Also, visit the MOF website for details about the new Act.