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British Columbia’s Agricultural Land Reserve The Next 40 Years

British Columbia’s Agricultural Land Reserve The Next 40 Years. March 1, 2014. BC Association of Farmers ' Markets Conference. Purpose of the ALC. Preserve agricultural land Encourage farming on agricultural land

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British Columbia’s Agricultural Land Reserve The Next 40 Years

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  1. British Columbia’s Agricultural Land ReserveThe Next 40 Years March 1, 2014 BC Association of Farmers' Markets Conference

  2. Purpose of the ALC • Preserve agricultural land • Encourage farming on agricultural land • Encourage local governments, First Nations, the government to accommodate farm use of agricultural land in their plans, bylaws & policies ALR in BC

  3. The ALC - Administrative Tribunal • The ALC is an administrative tribunal which is a specialized • government agency established under provincial legislation • to implement legislative policy. • Administrative tribunals function at arm's length from • government and are expected to exercise their role in a • nonpartisan manner. ALR in BC

  4. ALR Area by Region

  5. ALC Strategic Shifts Ensure ALR boundaries are defensible Place agriculture first Proactive planning focus instead of reactive application focus Priority for bona fide farmers & ranchers Strong alliances with stakeholders Ability to respond & enforce Up to date technology

  6. the next 40 years MVRD-ALC Meeting – May 15, 2012v MVRD-ALC Meeting – May 15, 2012

  7. Questions, Comments & Resources Website: www.alc.gov.bc.ca Email: ALCBurnaby@Victoria1.gov.bc.ca

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