Outcome: Partially approved
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Decision (Revised): MPL BC Agency Designation Approval − BCFIRB’s Probationary Approval with Conditions
BCFIRB grants MPL BC a probationary agency designation, requiring quarterly reporting to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and market expansion goals. The decision addresses concerns about market disruption, producer support, and adherence to General Orders.
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Letter: BCFIRB to BCEMB — Prior approval of Election Rules and Procedures
BCFIRB grants conditional prior approval for the B.C. Egg Marketing Board’s (BCEMB) 2021 revised Election Rules, approving the move to 4-year terms and online-only voting, but modifying the 2025 transition process to require a random draw.
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Decision: Stuyt d.b.a. Hol-Amer Farms v. British Columbia Milk Marketing Board
Appeal of BCMMB’s decision to impose charges and regulatory sanctions on Stuyt for selling unpasteurized milk outside the regulated system. The appeal challenged procedural fairness and the calculation of losses.
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Letter: BCFIRB to BCHMC — 2022 Election Rules and Procedures Approval
BCFIRB grants conditional prior approval for the B.C. Hog Marketing Commission’s 2022 Election Rules, approving the move to default online voting subject to specific revisions.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Hog Marketing Commission — 2022 Election Rules and Procedures
BCFIRB approves the BCHMC’s proposed changes to the 2022 Election Rules and Procedures, subject to specific conditions. The Hog Commission must revise sections on board composition, term of office, and voting methods, and then provide a finalized copy for signature.
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Decision: Chandler v. British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Appeal of seizure regarding one dog and one cat in Quesnel due to untreated medical issues including dental disease and heart condition, and unsanitary living conditions. The animals had a history of past seizures by the BC SPCA.
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Decision: Gardiner and Paul v. Springbend Chicken Corp.
Complaint related to dust, odour, noise, and flies from a poultry operation in Grindrod.
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Decision: Prokam Enterprises Ltd. v. BCVMC — Appeals #N1908 and #N2101
BCFIRB issues a decision on the appeals by Prokam Enterprises Ltd. against the B.C. Vegetable Marketing Commission regarding licensing and marketing directives. The decision addresses the live issues in Appeal #N1908, and dismisses Appeal #N2101 due to lack of an appealable decision.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Vegetable Marketing Commission — 2021 Election Policy changes and deadline extension
BCFIRB approves changes to the BCVMC’s 2021 Election Policy, including eligibility and nomination requirements, and directs a temporary amendment to extend the election deadline. The Commission must complete a full policy review with industry and submit amendments by November 26, 2021.
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Approval: BCFIRB to B.C. Milk Marketing Board — 2021 election rules and procedures
BCFIRB approves the BCMMB’s proposed changes to the 2021 Election Rules, with conditions. The changes include default online voting and transferring the administration of the voting producers list to BCMMB staff. BCMMB must revise specific sections and notify producers of the changes.