Aboriginal Affairs Branch

Vision

We enjoy the valued and trustful relationship with First Nations who successfully contribute to the forest sector and effectively participate in the management of diverse and sustainable forest and range values of BC.

Mission

To purposefully support First Nation’s aspirations consistent with crown and societal interests.

Who We Are

The Aboriginal Affairs Branch of the Ministry of Forests and Range provides leadership in co-ordinating and developing policies, initiatives and support to First Nations' issues as they pertain to forest management.

The Branch ensures that existing aboriginal and treaty rights are acknowledged and respected in Ministry legislation, policies and programs and that current case law is reflected in the Ministry's business.

The Branch works with regions and districts to provide advice and guidance on the appropriate application of policies as they relate to ministry operations and support for economic opportunities in the forest sector and supporting negotiations undertaken by the Ministry of Recognition and Reconciliation (MARR) with First Nations.

This extends to involvement in consultation, interim measures, treaty negotiations, program development and implementation and policies.

Questions or Comments Contact us at: Forests.AboriginalAffairsbranchoffice@gov.bc.ca