Regulating

Question 1

What are the 5 priority areas of the ABCFP?

Answer 1

1. Leading the stewardship of BC forest lands and ecosystems
2. Driving excellence in professional practice
3. Growing our profession
4. Enhancing trust
5. Ensuring organizational excellence

Question 2

What is the ABCFP Mission?

Answer 2

Ensure BC has qualified forest professionals and to support them in providing excellence in forest stewardship.

Question 3

What are the 3 principles of implantation of the ABCFP strategic plan?

Answer 3

1. Work well with First Nations
2. Make activities and events accessible in all regions
3. Collaborate with other bodies on shared opportunities and challenges.

Question 4

What are the 3 options that the ABCFP registrar can take in the event of a complaint against a member?

Answer 4

Investigate

Dismiss

Alternative complaint resolution

Question 5

When would a citation be issued? What are the two things that can result from a citation?

Answer 5

When the ABCFP believes a member is guilty of professional misconduct.

Results in either: (i) a formal hearing, or (ii) negotiation of a settlement

Question 6

What is the purpose of the council?

Answer 6

Makes strategic decisions and provides strategic direction to the CEO in the form of an annual strategic plan.

Question 7

What members can practice professional Forestry independently?

Answer 7

1. Registered members
2. Associate members (limited by designation)
3. Special permit holders (limited by designation)

Question 8

Which members can vote?

Answer 8

Registered members

Associate members unless limited by bylaws

Special permit holders unless limited by bylaws