Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations News Archive»

Fire prohibitions in Kamloops Fire Centre start May 15: Effective at 12 noon on Tuesday, May 15, the size of open fires will be restricted in most of the Kamloops Fire Centre to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect the public. read more; Environment Families Friday, May 11, 2012 9:00 AM
Increased enforcement at Lake Koocanusa on long weekend: Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resources staff will team up with RCMP officers and other provincial officials in the Lake Koocanusa area May 17-21, to enforce an Open Fire Prohibition Order and help residents and visitors enjoy a safe and peaceful long weekend. read more; Environment Families Friday, May 11, 2012 7:00 AM
Northwest Fire Centre urges caution with burning: Anyone conducting spring burning this weekend is reminded to stay vigilant due to forecasts for warmer weather and gusty winds. read more; Environment Families Thursday, May 10, 2012 4:35 PM
Deal gives parking lot new lease on life: The Splatsin First Nation and the Province have reached an agreement that will allow the parking lot at Mabel Lake to reopen in time for the summer recreation season. read more; Economy Environment Multiculturalism Tuesday, May 8, 2012 1:30 PM
Favourable wind brings jobs to Port Hardy: A more efficient permitting system has allowed construction to begin sooner on the Cape Scott Wind Farm, bringing hundreds of jobs to northern Vancouver Island. read more; Economy Environment Tuesday, May 8, 2012 9:30 AM
Coast woodlot managers win award of excellence: Woodlot licensees Sid and Barb Dawson are the Coast region's award winners of this year's Award of Excellence for Woodlot Management, Comox Valley MLA Don McRae announced today, on behalf of Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Steve Thomson. read more; Economy Environment Friday, May 4, 2012 1:15 PM
Use caution near the Okanagan River: The public is urged to take extra care near the Okanagan River because of high water levels. read more; Environment Friday, May 4, 2012 11:50 AM
Vigilance urged for safe outdoor burning this spring: B.C.'s Wildfire Management Branch is reminding the public to exercise caution when conducting outdoor burns this spring. read more; Environment Families Friday, May 4, 2012 8:30 AM
Burns planned to restore Cariboo-Chilcotin grasslands: The Cariboo Fire Centre is advising that prescribed burns are planned for the Becher's Prairie area west of Williams Lake between April 23 and May 4, weather conditions permitting. read more; Environment Monday, April 23, 2012 9:15 AM
FrontCounter BC expands service to Haida Gwaii: A new FrontCounter BC office will help enable job creation on Haida Gwaii by providing easier access to provincial government services. read more; Economy Environment Multiculturalism Thursday, April 19, 2012 2:16 PM
Open fire prohibition set for Kamloops Fire Centre: Effective at 12 noon on Tuesday, May 15, 2012, the size of open fires will be restricted in most of the Kamloops Fire Centre to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect the public. read more; Environment Families Thursday, April 19, 2012 10:15 AM
Brownfield Renewal Funding Program accepting applications: The Province is now accepting applications for the 2012 intake of the Brownfield Renewal Funding Program. read more; Economy Environment Wednesday, April 18, 2012 10:30 AM
Important things to keep in mind when buying firewood: During these cool spring nights, people often light their fireplaces to keep warm. But do you know where your firewood came from? Was it legally harvested? read more; Environment Thursday, April 12, 2012 3:15 PM
Forest plan charts path to sustainable growth: Our forests and timber resources provide a valuable natural advantage to increase the momentum behind Canada Starts Here: The B.C. Jobs Plan. This new forest sector strategy also builds on the Working Roundtable on Forestry and will enable job creation, open new markets, and prepare us for the opportunities of tomorrow. read more; Economy Thursday, April 12, 2012 10:15 AM
$1 million for parks and trails along Lower Fraser River: Lower Fraser River residents are one step closer to being able to walk or ride from Hope to the Salish Sea, thanks to $1 million in provincial funding for Experience the Fraser. read more; Environment Monday, April 9, 2012 11:15 AM
Report shows effective cleanup of contaminated sites: The most-recent report on Crown contaminated sites shows the Province continues to demonstrate its commitment to environmental stewardship through ongoing remediation. read more; Economy Environment Wednesday, April 4, 2012 11:15 AM
Prescribed burn near Gilpin Creek and Morrissey Creek: The Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations is planning a prescribed burn in the Gilpin Creek and Morrissey Creek areas later this month. An information session about the project will be held on April 12. read more; Environment Wednesday, April 4, 2012 9:45 AM
Vigilance urged for safe outdoor burning this spring: Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Minister Steve Thomson is reminding the public to exercise caution when conducting outdoor burns this spring. read more; Environment Wednesday, April 4, 2012 9:30 AM
New FrontCounter BC office in Peace helps job creation: Residents in the Peace will now find it even easier to access government services with the official opening of a brand-new FrontCounter BC office in Fort Nelson, MLA for Peace River North Pat Pimm announced. read more; Economy Environment Tuesday, April 3, 2012 10:45 AM
Guide outfitters to benefit from regulatory changes: Guide outfitters will get a much-needed break on paperwork starting April 1, when amendments to the Wildlife Act come into force that will triple the amount of time available to provide a hunting report to government. read more; Economy Environment Saturday, March 31, 2012 1:00 PM