Vision, Mission, Principles and Values

Vision

Sustainable economic development that reflects the social, cultural and environmental values of British Columbians.

Mission

Provide British Columbians with a well-designed and well-delivered environmental assessment process that reflects the government's objectives for economic growth, strong communities and sustainable resource management, based on maintaining high environmental standards.

Principles

The Environmental Assessment Office is guided by the following principles:

1. Neutrality — Neutrally and centrally administered process.
2. Fairness — Fair and open process.
3. Balance — Decisions are based on impartial, balanced and informed recommendations.
4. Science-based decision making — Best available information, knowledge and technologies are considered and utilized.
5. Consultative — Participatory and transparent, ensuring meaningful opportunities for public and First Nations input.
6. Inter-jurisdictional coordination — Streamlined process minimizing duplication and overlap.

Values

The Environmental Assessment Office is guided in its organizational behaviour by the following values:

• cooperation and teamwork;
• respect for the values and opinions of others;
• continuous improvement to ensure quality service;
• a professional and high-performance culture, encouraging innovation and creativity;
• a healthy workplace supporting staff development, recognition, and opportunity; and
• accountability to the people of British Columbia.