Category: General oversight
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BCTMB Election Rules and Procedures — 2021 Update
This document is the official, BCFIRB-approved set of election rules for the B.C. Turkey Marketing Board (BCTMB), which was formally approved by BCFIRB on August 17, 2021, and replaced all previous versions.
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Letter: BCFIRB to BCTMB — 2021 Election Rules and Procedures Approval
BCFIRB provides prior approval for the B.C. Turkey Marketing Board’s 2021 “Election Rules and Procedures”.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Turkey Marketing Board — 2021 Election Rules and Procedures
BCFIRB approves the BCTMB’s proposed changes to the 2021 Election Rules and Procedures, noting that the changes are administrative and editorial. BCFIRB reminds the board to fully report on its consultation process in future submissions.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Egg Marketing Board — Revisions to producer-vendor category and New Producer Program
BCFIRB approves the BCEMB’s proposed amendments to the producer-vendor category and New Producer Program Rules in the Consolidated Order. The implementation of these rules through the New Producer Program Policy remains subject to appeal to BCFIRB.
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Introduction: BCFIRB to B.C. Vegetable Marketing Commission — Introduction of BCFIRB Member Liaison
BCFIRB introduces David Zirnhelt as the member liaison assigned to the BCVMC. Zirnhelt will support the Commission with 2021 governance-related projects and is available for discussions on governance, regulatory, or other issues. An initial meeting is proposed with BCVMC’s chair and vice-chair.
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Response: BCFIRB to B.C. Egg Marketing Board — Review of producer-vendor consultation plan
BCFIRB reviews the BCEMB’s consultation plan for the producer-vendor category and related New Producer Program sections. The plan meets the required timeline and process standards, but BCFIRB recommends addressing a gap in stakeholder information availability during the consultation.
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Letter: BCFIRB to Dentons Canada LLP and Mastronardi Produce Ltd. − Mastronardi Agency Application and BCVMC Moratorium
BCFIRB responds to Dentons Canada LLP request to direct the BCVMC to consider Mastronardi Produce Ltd.’s agency application immediately.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Chicken Marketing Board — Approval of election rules and procedures
BCFIRB approves the BCCMB’s election rules and procedures under the British Columbia Marketing Scheme. The key change is the transition to electronic voting only, with a requirement for adequate notification for growers without email access.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Egg Marketing Board — Extension for producer-vendor consultation
BCFIRB approves the BCEMB’s request to extend the deadline for completing its producer-vendor consultation from December 22, 2020, to February 21, 2021. The extension allows BCEMB to address new information and ensure an inclusive and transparent process before making final recommendations.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Cranberry Marketing Commission — Designation of Coast Cranberry Ltd. as an agency
BCFIRB approves the BCCMC’s recommendation to designate Coast Cranberry Ltd. as an agency under the Natural Products Marketing (BC) Act Regulations. The designation aims to broaden market access for B.C. cranberries and provide a marketing avenue for lower quality fruit.