BC is creating a new Rural Development Strategy.  The provincial govt will be posting a series of discussion topics at the link below, plus specific comments may be submitted by February 28. 
 
“Feedback received will be compiled into a report and posted to this site in Spring 2018. Government will use the data gathered from this process to build a framework for the Rural Development Strategy. “
 
This is a significant opportunity to let them know that:
 
1) We do not want 5G and microcells in our rural communities, 
 
2) In rural areas where the MOT controls public rights-of-way we want local communities to have a say in whether or not microcells get placed. 
 
3) We must leave some rural areas as white zones for the sake of wildlife and public health.

 

Help shape B.C.’s rural development strategy.

The B.C. Government has committed to developing a long-term, durable Rural Development Strategy that works for all rural British Columbians. The new strategy will help rural and Indigenous communities build their capacity to create resilient, sustainable futures.

Your input will inform this strategy.

We want to ensure the strategy reflects the needs and priorities of rural communities. You can participate in this process by submitting your comments and by participating in online discussions.

In addition, the Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development is partnering with local community organizations to host face-to-face sessions with key stakeholders.

A new discussion topic will be posted each week during the engagement. The online engagement closes February 28, 2018 at 4:00 p.m. Feedback received will be compiled into a report and posted to this site in Spring 2018. Government will use the data gathered from this process to build a framework for the Rural Development Strategy. The framework will support ongoing dialogue and input between rural B.C. and the Province in finalizing and implementing the strategy.

Discussion Topic 2: Indigenous Partnerships

Posted on February 5, 2018

Message from Doug Donaldson, Minister of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations, and Rural Development: There are 203 distinct First Nations in British Columbia, most of which are located in rural areas of the province. First Nations are therefore an important voice in rural B.C., with a unique perspective on the challenges and… Read More

 

Discussion Topic 1: Opportunities for Youth in Rural Communities

Posted on January 29, 2018

Message from Doug Donaldson, Minister of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations, and Rural Development: Rural communities in B.C. are facing challenges associated with changing demographics, shifting workforce demands and business succession planning.  A key component to rural development, therefore, is the attraction and retention of… Read More