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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 poultry boards and commissions — Expectations update on poultry catching and animal welfare (PDF, 327.5KB)
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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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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Notification: BCFIRB to poultry boards and commissions — Completion of Mandatory Notifiable Avian Influenza Insurance Review phases (PDF, 268.1KB)
BCFIRB acknowledges receipt of the Mandatory Insurance Review Committee’s reports on managing the financial consequences of notifiable avian influenza in B.C. poultry industry. BCFIRB supports the poultry boards and MIRC initiative and awaits a joint submission on managing these financial impacts.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Turkey Marketing Board — 2017 election rules and procedures (PDF, 176.0KB)
BCFIRB approves the BCTMB’s amended election rules and procedures submitted on November 20, 2017. The amendments aim to increase transparency and accountability in managing the election of a fourth board member. BCFIRB expects a full consultation on election rules during the next review in 2021.
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Letter: BCFIRB to supply-managed boards — Quota Assessment Review process update (PDF, 103.6KB)
BCFIRB provides an update on the quota assessment review project, indicating that the decision is expected by January 15, 2018.
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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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Letter: BCFIRB to regulated marketing boards and commissions — Quorum and conflict of interest (PDF, 291.5KB)
BCFIRB clarifies quorum requirements for regulated marketing boards and commissions. It emphasizes that quorum must be maintained for decision-making and outlines procedures for handling vacancies and ensuring governance continuity.
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Letter: BCFIRB to B.C. Broiler Hatching Egg Commission, B.C. Chicken Marketing Board, B.C. Milk Marketing Board, B.C. Hog Marketing Board, B.C. Turkey Marketing Board, B.C. Egg Marketing Board — Regulated marketing and animal welfare — BCFIRB position and expectations update (PDF, 367.7KB)
BCFIRB summarises its role in integrating animal welfare considerations into regulated marketing systems. It emphasizes the importance of aligning marketing board decisions with public expectations and ethical standards, ensuring that animal welfare is treated as a core component of governance, not just compliance.
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Response: BCFIRB to Fraser Valley Specialty Poultry — BCTMB New Entrant Program Review Request (PDF, 162.5KB)
BCFIRB acknowledges Fraser Valley Specialty Poultry’s request to review aspects of the BCTMB’s new entrant program. BCFIRB advises participation in the BCTMB’s Quota Assessment Tools Evaluation process and directs inquiries to the BCTMB’s General Manager.