Central Vancouver Island residents are invited to share feedback on the development of the West Central Vancouver Island Forest Landscape Plan, which will help guide long-term forest management.
“Forests are the heart of many B.C. communities, providing spaces for recreational and cultural activities, supporting biodiversity and offering economic opportunities,” said Forests Minister Ravi Parmar. “I encourage everyone in the region to tell us what matters most to you about nearby forests and help shape the future of forest management.”
According to the province, people can share their thoughts on the plan through a short survey, open from Oct. 15 to Dec. 15, or at an open house in a nearby community.
Four in-person open houses are scheduled:
- Zeballos Village Hall, 161 Maquinna Ave., on Oct. 16 from 3:30 to 7 p.m.
- Gerry Morgan Community Centre in Gold River, 350 Muchalat Dr., on Oct. 27 from 5 to 8 p.m.
- Tahsis Community Centre, 285 Alpine View Rd., on Oct. 28 from 3:30 to 7 p.m.
- Museum at Campbell River, 470 Island Hwy., on Nov. 4 from 6 to 9 p.m.
The province said developing forest landscape plans is a new approach to forest stewardship that sets clear direction for managing forest-related values.
