VICTORIA – The Forest Practices Board has released its 2024-25 annual report, highlighting nearly three decades of independent oversight and a continued commitment to sound forest and range practices throughout British Columbia. This year’s report reflects a sector in transition with growing pressures from climate change, wildfires and the need to modernize land management — all requiring strong oversight and innovative responses. Highlights include:

• Audits: completed five audits, identifying 11 significant non-compliances related to fire hazards, bridge maintenance and silviculture practices.
• Investigations: published five complaint-investigation reports, and received nine new complaints, many tied to forest planning in sensitive areas.
• Special projects: three special projects underway at the end of the fiscal year, focusing on wildfire rehabilitation, species-at-risk habitat and adaptive management under landscape planning.
• Appeals: reviewed 21 determinations under the Forest and Range Practices Act and the Wildfire Act, and continued its participation in two appeals.