Core Business Areas

The Forest Practices Board has two core business areas.

1. Conducting and publishing independent public reports on audits and special investigations.

The Board provides the public with objective information about the state of forest and range practices, validates sound practices and recommends improvements based upon direct field observation, consultation and research.

2. Conducting complaint investigations and administrative appeals.

The Board provides a venue to address public complaints and concerns regarding forest and range practices.

Core business areas arise from the Board's legislated mandate. With regard to forest and range planning and practices, the Act states that the Board:

• must carry out periodic independent audits to determine compliance and the appropriateness of government enforcement;
• may carry out special investigations;
• may make a special report and comment publicly;
• must deal with complaints from the public; and
• may undertake appeals.

Functions are performed by professional staff and contractors under the guidance of the independent Board.