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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Cranberry Marketing Commission — Designation of Coast Cranberry Ltd. as an agency (PDF, 152.9KB)
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.
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Reminder: BCFIRB to regulated marketing boards and commissions — Submission of annual performance evaluations (PDF, 144.6KB)
BCFIRB reminds the chairs of regulated marketing boards and commissions to submit their annual performance evaluations. These evaluations are essential for BCFIRB’s performance appraisals and fulfilling the Crown Agencies and Board Resourcing Office’s requirements for Chair evaluations.
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Letter: BCFIRB to B.C. Cranberry Marketing Commission — B.C. Cranberry Marketing Commission post-secondary scholarship (PDF, 158.5KB)
BCFIRB acknowledges the SAFETI analysis of the BCCMC’s post-secondary scholarship but raises concerns about financial accountability. BCFIRB requests the Commission to review the scholarship criteria in relation to the British Columbia Cranberry Marketing Scheme and report back on the outcome.
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Letter: BCFIRB to B.C. Cranberry Marketing Commission — Potential conflict of interest consideration (PDF, 169.3KB)
BCFIRB notifies the BCCMC of potential conflict of interest issues arising from Mr. Clinton May’s dual roles as a director on both the Commission and the B.C. Cranberry Growers’ Association. BCFIRB expects the Commission to address these concerns and keep BCFIRB informed of any decisions made.
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Notification: BCFIRB to regulated marketing boards and commissions — Government principles guiding relationship with Indigenous Peoples (PDF, 47.5KB)
BCFIRB notifies regulated marketing boards and commissions about the release of the “Draft Principles that Guide the Province of British Columbia’s Relationship with Indigenous Peoples” and encourages them to consider the role of Indigenous peoples in the regulated marketing sectors.
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Directive: BCFIRB to B.C. Cranberry Marketing Commission — Directions for 2018 special election process (PDF, 180.1KB)
BCFIRB directs the BCCMC to rectify irregularities in its 2018 election process by conducting a mail-in ballot election, appointing an Independent Election Officer, and adhering to the November 17, 2015 Election Policy. The Commission must inform Registered Growers of the election details and ensure proper procedures are followed.
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Request: BCFIRB to Chairs of Commodity Boards — Feedback on Draft Terms of Reference for Public Accountability and Reporting Project (PDF, 307.3KB)
BCFIRB requests feedback from the chairs of commodity boards on the draft Terms of Reference for the Public Accountability and Reporting Project by March 30, 2018. The project aims to establish criteria and performance measures for industry performance and governance, with annual public reports due starting April 1, 2019.
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Directive: BCFIRB to B.C. Cranberry Marketing Commission — British Columbia Cranberry Marketing Commission 2018 election (PDF, 206.6KB)
BCFIRB directs the BCCMC to cancel the current 2018 election process due to irregularities in the nomination process and election timeline. Further directions on re-running the election will be provided.
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Reminder: BCFIRB to regulated marketing boards and commissions — Input extension on quorum and conflict of interest (PDF, 222.8KB)
BCFIRB reminds all commodity boards and commissions to submit their comments on quorum and conflict of interest by November 2, 2017. BCFIRB is considering issuing supervisory directions on these matters and requests input from the boards and commissions.
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Notification: BCFIRB to B.C. Cranberry Marketing Commission — Quorum and Conflict of Interest Information Inclusion (PDF, 172.8KB)
BCFIRB notifies the BCCMC of its omission from a previous communication regarding quorum and conflict of interest. The document includes specific details on determining quorum for the commission and invites comments on the topic.