B.C. Farm Industry Review Board
The B.C. Farm Industry Review Board (BCFIRB) is an administrative tribunal that hears complaints and appeals about farm practices, animal custody and regulated marketing decisions. BCFIRB also supervises the regulated marketing system in B.C.’s agricultural sector.
Make a complaint or appeal a decision
Complain about a disturbance from a farm
If activities from a nearby farm business are affecting you or your property, you can file a complaint with BCFIRB.
Appeal an animal custody decision
If the B.C. Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has seized your animals, you may appeal custody or cost decisions to BCFIRB.
Appeal a regulated marketing decision
If you disagree with a decision from a B.C. regulated marketing board or commission, you may be able to appeal.
Learn about BCFIRB
BCFIRB is an independent administrative tribunal that helps ensure fairness, transparency and accountability in B.C.’s agriculture and animal welfare sectors.
We supervise regulated marketing boards and commissions to ensure they follow strong governance practices, act fairly, and stay accountable to the public. We also hear appeals and complaints about regulated marketing, farm practices and BC SPCA animal custody decisions.
BCFIRB’s mandates are established by legislation. Our work is built on transparency, independence and protecting the public interest.
Find a BCFIRB decision
BCFIRB publishes all of its decisions online:
Explore regulated marketing in B.C.
B.C.’s regulated marketing system helps farmers earn fair, stable income through collective marketing and supply management. BCFIRB oversees the boards and commissions that manage these systems.
Find a supervisory review
BCFIRB conducts supervisory reviews when necessary to ensure the regulated sectors operate efficiently and transparently. These formal reviews are used to address systemic, cross-sector, governance or procedural issues.
Recent reviews
Find regulatory correspondence
The B.C. Farm Industry Review Board (BCFIRB) regularly communicates with regulated marketing boards and commissions. They provide oversight, clarify expectations, and support consistent governance.
Learn how BCFIRB supports governance and accountability
BCFIRB promotes good governance and transparency across B.C.’s regulated marketing system. We set expectations for boards and commissions, assess their governance practices, and support continuous improvement.
