The BC modernization of forest policy initiative is fragile unless there is an effort to build forest resource knowledge within forest dependent communities. Currently the BC Ministry of Forests is not considering this a priority. A graphic description of the importance of this need is presented in Forestry knowledgeable community
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Enhanced forest inventory-graphic presentations
Achieving government modernization goals requires identification and integration of key components with an enhanced forest inventory and LiDAR imagery. Related components included in:
Community resiliency-enhanced forest inventory importance
21st century BC forest asset vision powerpoint version
Building a value-added investment climate
BC forest renewal framework-landscape unit planning-action plan graphics
Government funding to communities
Government should be commended for the program to help rural communities move toward resiliency. However, to adequately meet the challenges of the 21st Century, a structured and integrated model of forest stewardship and wood manufacturing is essential as outlined in Letter to Minister Bailey
Approach to FRPA regulations – policies
Regulations and policies are a fundamental component of a forest stewardship infrastructure and its implementation. A presentation is provided relative to BC Forest and Range Practices Act Regulations in Approach to FRPA regulations-policies
Forest Landscape Plans-What is needed for success
Forest Landscape Plans (FLP) are a critical component of the Vision Framework essential to long-term forest stewardship of the BC Forest Asset and subsequently community resiliency, but it must be developed smartly to capitalize on its usefulness. Bill Bourgeois provides opinions regarding what is needed for success in FLP-Critical to 21st Century Forest Stewardship
Forests and climate change
Johathan Bruno describes the relationship between forests and climate change. “It is not as simple as leaving our forests standing. Although his view is related to Colorado forests, it applies to BC forests as well, especially interior forests. Worth a read at https://coloradosun.com/2022/08/16/forest-management-climate-change-opinion/
Assessment of SFM
A discussion of the rationale for assessing the practice of Sustainable Forest Management in BC is in SFM claims rationale.