Type: Process guidance
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PCAA Flow Chart – Final 2026
The PCAA Flow Char outlines the structured workflow used within the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act (PCAA) framework. It defines key operational stages and decision points to ensure consistent process governance and quality assurance across all functional areas
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Process guide for appellants – PCAA Animal custody appeals
Guidance for appealing a BC SPCA animal custody decision to BCFIRB under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act (PCAA). Explains how to file an appeal, prepare for a hearing, provide evidence, understand costs, request support, and receive a decision.
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Participants in animal custody appeals (PCAA)
An infographic showing who participates in appeals under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act (PCAA).
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Notice of appeal form for Animal Custody Appeals (PCAA)
Appeal form to file an appeal against the B.C. Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) regarding an animal seizure or related costs.
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Directive: BCFIRB to regulated marketing boards and commissions – 2024 PARP Template and Reporting Guide
BCFIRB launches the 2024 Public Accountability and Reporting Program reporting cycle, shares submission deadlines, and provides the 2024 PARP template and reporting guide, including a summary of reporting changes and additions for 2024.
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Farm Practices Protection Act practice directive
Use this directive to see BCFIRB’s usual timelines for farm practice complaints (120 business days from filing to hearing, and 35 business days from hearing to decision) with rules for extensions, adjournments, and special cases.
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NPMA Rules of Practice and Procedure for Appeals
Outlines the rules of practice and procedure for regulated marketing appeals under the Natural Products Marketing (BC) Act. It includes guidelines for filing and withdrawing appeals, pre-hearing and hearing procedures, and post-hearing matters.
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Witness contact sheet for animal custody appeal hearings
Standard form used to submit witness lists for hearings under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act (PCAA).
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Flowchart of PCAA appeal process
Outlines the steps and deadlines for filing a Notice of Appeal for Animal custody appeals, including filing fees, timelines to hearing, decision issuance, and judicial review options.
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Expert witness guidance for PCAA hearings
Explains how to engage an expert witness in a BCFIRB animal custody appeal hearing, including required reports, qualifications, timelines, and cross-examination. Provides a contact form for submitting expert details.