Introductions and Transfers of Aquatic Organisms

The federal-provincial Introductions and Transfers Committee (ITC) was created specifically to consider potential ecological, genetic and fish health risks associated with moving aquatic organisms in the province (fish and aquatic plants) It is mandated to provide decision-makers with advice on the risks associated with introductions and transfers of live aquatic organisms.

The ITC assesses applications for introductions and transfers in a manner consistent with the National Code on Introductions and Transfers of Aquatic Organisms (NCIT).

Introduction and Transfer Committee Documents

The following guide summarizes the current evaluation process used by the ITC.

• Guide to the British Columbia Introductions and Transfers Committee Review Process (190.4 kb)

Application for introduction or transfer of aquatic organisms (for submission to the committee).

• Application for Introduction or Transfer of Fish or Aquatic Invertebrates  (254.7.kb)

Links

• FAQ on species introduction
• Federal-Provincial Introductions and Transfers Committee page

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Updated: November 5, 2004