News and Accolades
New regulations enact historic Great Bear Rainforest legislation
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
The Great Bear Rainforest (Forest Management) Act is set to take effect Jan. 1, 2017, following the enactment of regulations that bring the act into force and fulfill government’s commitment to ecosystem-based management in the Great Bear Rainforest.
https://news.gov.bc.ca/13388
Great Bear Rainforest receives prestigious recognition by The Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy Initiative
Tuesday, November 15, 2016
The Great Bear Rainforest was the largest forest conservation project showcased today at a special ceremony by Her Majesty the Queen at Buckingham Palace under The Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy Initiative.
https://news.gov.bc.ca/12816
Great Bear Rainforest legacy to be recognized on international stage
Sunday, November 13, 2016
Premier Christy Clark will be the first Premier in over 40 years to attend an official function at Buckingham Palace. She will be attending The Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy Initiative recognition ceremony.
https://news.gov.bc.ca/12792
Premier honours outstanding B.C. public service achievements
Wednesday, October 19, 2016
British Columbia public service employees were recognized for the outstanding work they do on behalf of the Province at the Premier’s annual Innovation and Excellence Awards ceremony.
https://news.gov.bc.ca/12436
Great Bear Rainforest legacy established
Monday, September 26, 2016
A new $1-million trust will be established to commemorate the visit of Their Royal Highnesses, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and celebrate the endorsement of the Great Bear Rainforest under The Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy initiative.
https://news.gov.bc.ca/12436
Great Bear Rainforest to receive special designation
Monday, September 12, 2016
As part of their upcoming Royal Tour, Their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will officially endorse the Great Bear Rainforest under The Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy initiative, Premier Christy Clark confirmed.
https://news.gov.bc.ca/12004
Legislation supports innovative forest management in Great Bear Rainforest
Tuesday, March 1, 2016 10:21 AM
The Great Bear Rainforest (Forest Management) Act, supports a strict new ecosystem-based management regime created through unprecedented collaboration for the globally unique region along British Columbia’s north and central coast.
https://news.gov.bc.ca/10408
Globally significant landmark agreement reached
Monday, February 1, 2016 10:15 AM
First Nations, environmental groups and coastal forest industry representatives joined the Province to celebrate achieving ecosystem-based management in the Great Bear Rainforest.
https://news.gov.bc.ca/10203