Category: General oversight
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Response: BCFIRB to B.C. Broiler Hatching Egg Commission and B.C. Chicken Marketing Board — Clarification on supervisory review and support for strategic framework
BCFIRB acknowledges the BCBHEC and BCCMB’s joint initiative to establish a “BC Chicken Industry Strategic Plan” and clarifies that no supervisory review on pricing matters is currently initiated or requested. BCFIRB requests updates on pricing matters and the strategic plan’s progress.
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Request: BCFIRB to B.C. Chicken Marketing Board — Coordination on CFC’s Atlantic Canada Safeguard Agreement / Signatory Process
BCFIRB outlines the formation of a supervisory panel to consider the Chicken Farmers of Canada’s request to append the Atlantic Canada Safeguard Agreement to the federal-provincial Operating Agreement. BCFIRB suggests a meeting with the BCCMB to coordinate processes and information for decision-making.
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Directive: BCFIRB to B.C. Vegetable Marketing Commission — Conflict of interest considerations for Commission members
BCFIRB outlines conflict of interest considerations for BCVMC members, emphasizing the need for independence and fairness in decision-making. BCFIRB requests updates on any decisions made regarding conflicts of interest and acknowledges the Commission’s annual update of member conflict of interest declarations.
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Province of British Columbia — Draft Principles that Guide the Relationship with Indigenous Peoples
The Province of British Columbia outlines draft principles to guide its relationship with Indigenous peoples. These principles aim to establish a government-to-government relationship based on respect, recognition and reconciliation, informed by legal frameworks such as the Constitution Act, UNDRIP and the TRC Calls to Action.
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Directive: BCFIRB to poultry boards and commissions — Expectations update on poultry catching and animal welfare
BCFIRB outlines expectations for B.C. poultry boards to ensure compliance with animal care standards during poultry catching and loading. BCFIRB directs boards to ensure producer presence during these processes, enforce mandatory animal care programs, and address any gaps in the Codes of Practice or national programs.
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Directive: BCFIRB to B.C. Cranberry Marketing Commission — Directions for 2018 special election process
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
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
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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Letter: BCFIRB to supply-managed boards — Succession planning and non-family members — Submission extension
BCFIRB approves the extension of the submission deadline for all commodity boards to make submissions regarding quota transfer assessments, succession planning and non-family members.
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Memo: BC Hatching Egg Commission to BC Broiler Hatching Egg Producers — Utilization changes for 2019
The BCBHEC informs BC broiler hatching egg producers about the increase in quota utilization to 106% for the 2019 production year and outlines the transitional plan for managing growth and meeting allocation targets. The plan includes strategic vision development and compliance with the Quota Assessment Tools Supervisory Review (QATSR).