The Government of British Columbia has released new guidance materials under the Cumulative Effects Framework (CEF) to support the consideration of cumulative effects in applications for land and resource use activities, where required by regulating agencies.

These materials are intended to support Qualified Environmental Professionals, including BC Institute of Agrologists (BCIA) members, who are involved in the planning, assessment, and preparation of applications for natural resource projects across British Columbia.

The new Cumulative Effects Analysis Guidance for Qualified Environmental Professionals and three CEF Assessment User Guides (for Aquatic Ecosystems, Grizzly Bear, and Forest Biodiversity values) are now available on the BC CEF website.

You are encouraged to use these materials when considering cumulative effects in your practice.

In June, the CEF team will host a webinar to introduce these new guidance materials to BCIA members. The webinar will be offered on two separate dates; please register for the session that best fits your schedule.

· Wednesday, June 17, 10–11 a.m. PDT— Register here

· Monday, June 22, 2–3 p.m. PDT— Register here 

Please contact CumulativeEffects@gov.bc.ca with any questions.