WCEL Submission on the Policy Intentions Paper for a Coastal Marine Strategy for British Columbia

On December 15, 2022, BC released a Policy Intentions Paper for a Coastal Marine Strategy and asked for feedback until April 14, 2023. This is a huge milestone in improving how coastal areas in British Columbia are managed and protected.

This submission contains West Coast Environmental Law's feedback regarding the Policy Intentions Paper for a Coastal Marine Strategy for British Columbia. It outlines the need for comprehensive coastal zone legislation, frameworks for planning and accountability, and emerging challenges.