PUBLIC NOTICE: Forest Operations map review
In accordance with the Forest Range and Practices Act, Canadian Forest Products Ltd. (Canfor) invites the public to review its Forest Operations Maps (FOM ID: 1458, 1459, 1460) in the Prince George Natural Resource District. The FOM describes areas proposed for Cutting Permit and Road Permit development within the next three years starting on June 3, 2024 and ending on May 3, 2027. We welcome your comments and feedback during the review period starting May 3, 2024. Please submit your comments by June 14, 2024.
The map is accessible for review and comment submission online at https://fom.nrs.gov.bc.ca/public/projects#publicNotices.
Alternatively, in-person review and comments can be completed at the following location during regular office hours (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM):
Canfor Administration Centre
5162 Northwood Pulp Mill Road
Prince George, BC
Comments may also be submitted by:
Phone: 250-952-3512
Email: pg.fom.comment@canfor.com
Mail: 5162 Northwood Pulp Mill Road, P.O. Box 9000, Prince George, BC V2L 4W2
Forest Stewardship Plans
Canadian Forest Products Ltd. (Canfor) maintains Forest Stewardship Plans at each of our British Columbia Divisions specific to the land base associated with our Forest Licenses. These plans demonstrate how Canfor will meet the legal obligation to address the objectives set by government under the Forest and Range Practices Act.
These plans are in the process of being replaced and Canfor is providing an opportunity for interested members of the public to comment. Please follow the link below to a map of Canfor's BC Operations for more information on the plan covering your specific geographic area of interest.
Forest Stewardship Plan Details
Integrated Pest Management Plans
Development of the Integrated Pest
Management Plan
Canadian Forest Products Ltd. (Canfor) has five year Integrated Vegetation Management Plans (IVMP) specific to each Division. These plans five year span vary according to division. These plans apply to Canfor operations where Canfor is legally responsible (i.e. the Forest Act and/or the Forest Practices Code of BC Act and/or the Forest Range and Practices Act) to control problem vegetation growth on "net areas to be reforested" and access roads.
Purpose of the IVMP
To control problem vegetation using the principles of integrated vegetation management - which includes the following methods: Natural control, biological control, livestock grazing, manual brushing, and herbicides.
Primary benefits of the IVMP
-
Achieve the
legal requirements to control problem vegetation growth on "net areas to be
reforested" and allow access to those areas.
- Minimize worker's exposure to potentially dangerous equipment (e.g. chainsaws, etc)
and potential hazards to worker health (e.g. pesticides, petroleum products,
carbon monoxide and other exhaust gases, etc).
- Ensure that
all activities are undertaken in a manner that minimizes the risk to the
environment, fish & wildlife and human health.
- Respect
agreements with the public, landowners, other stakeholders and Indigenous treaty rights and/or traditional rights; and
- Ensure
compliance with all pertinent government laws and regulations.
Areas/communities within the IVMP area
Contact your local division to discuss specific areas in the IVMP.
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The following herbicides may be proposed for use in the areas to which the IVMP applies
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| Trade Name |
Active Ingredient |
PCP No. |
| GlySil |
Glyphosate 35.6% |
29009 |
| Vision |
Glyphosate 35.6% |
19899 |
| Release |
Triclopyr 48% |
22093 |
| Vantage |
Glyphosate 35.6% |
26884 |
| VisionMax |
Glyphosate 49% |
27736 |
Integrated Vegetation Management Plans and Maps are
available as PDF files
Please contact local divisions to request a copy, provide comments, or make an
appointment for a viewing with our Silviculture Staff.