VISION, MISSION AND VALUES

Vision

World class food, agriculture and Crown land management systems that contribute to the prosperity of all British Columbians.

Mission

• Promote sustainable food and agriculture systems that are part of the province's economic, environmental and social fabric.
• Provide best management of Crown land resources through integrated planning and allocation of rights for the benefit of all citizens.

Values

The ministry's values are consistent with and enhance government-wide corporate values. These value statements shape and guide development of our strategies, our decision-making and how the organization and its employees interact with clients and each other. The ministry strives to conduct its business in a manner that is:

Fair and Equitable — We build and maintain an effective spirit of teamwork and co-operation based on trust, integrity, flexibility and innovation. We value our diverse workforce and create a work environment that is welcoming and inclusive. We listen to each other and remain receptive to ideas regardless of their origin. We engage people at all levels of the ministry as we communicate our expectations and decisions. We balance personal and workplace expectations and strive to keep both in mind as we meet the demands of public service.

Responsible and Accountable — We emphasize responsible use of government resources and transparency in accounting for the use of those resources.

Service-oriented — We respond to the needs of the public, sector groups, communities and staff in a timely and courteous manner. We treat each other and those we serve with fairness, dignity and compassion.

Goal-oriented — We strive to improve our performance and recognize our progress. We encourage an entrepreneurial spirit by providing the tools for staff to make decisions to manage risks and achieve results.

• 2005/06 – 2007/08 Service Plan Update

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