Sea Otter Action Plan Workshops
Meeting Dates and Draft Agenda
BC's sea otters are designated as 'THREATENED' by the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada and legally listed under the Species at Risk Act.
You are invited to participate in drafting a Recovery Action Plan for Sea Otters in BC.
Sea Otter Action Plan Workshop meeting locations and dates:
Tofino Community Hall - Feb. 7, 2004 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Kyuquot Community Center - Feb. 11, 2004 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Nanaimo Beban Park - Feb. 14, 2004 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Prince Rupert Highliner Hotel - Feb. 16, 2004 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Port McNeill Haida-way Motor Inn - Feb. 16, 2004 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Skidegate Small Hall - Feb. 18, 2004 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Bella Bella Darby United Church - Feb. 18, 2004 9:30 am - 2:00 pm
Massett Health Center - Feb. 19, 2004 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
University of Victoria David Strong Bldg. - Feb. 21, 2004 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre - Feb. 21, 2004 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
The sessions have three purposes:
1) Provide information
about sea otter recovery planning in BC, particularly on the development
of a Recovery Action Plan for Sea Otters in BC. This Action Plan details
specific activities being recommended to implement the Recovery Strategy
for Sea Otters in BC that was completed in June 2003.
Information is also included on the costs of the action plan and the benefits
to be derived from its implementation. An updated draft of the Recovery
Strategy, which has been revised based on input from First Nations, stakeholders
and other interested parties, will be available.
2) Provide an opportunity for feedback on the draft Action Plan.
3) Seek community input to stimulate local involvement in sea otter recovery activities.
Should you be unable
to attend, the draft of the Action Plan will also be available (January
20, 2004) for your comment through the Fisheries & Oceans Canada web
site:
www-comm.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/pages/consultations/sea-otters/default_e.htm
All those interested in the recovery of
sea otters are welcome to attend. These workshops are
open to all. In the event you do not have Internet access, or if you have
any questions, please do not hesitate to call me at (250) 756-7163.
Sea Otter Action Plan Workshops Draft Agenda
Morning Session: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (*9:30 - 11:30 am in Bella Bella)
10:00 Introduction:
Review of the sea otter recovery planning process and purpose of this
meeting
10:30 Presentation: Recovery in the context of sea otters' history in
BC
11:00 Discussion
11:15 Presentation: Overview of the costs and benefits associated with
the implementation of the Action Plan
11:30 Discussion
11:45 Introduction to opportunities for community involvement in recovery
activities
12:00 Lunch (provided)
Afternoon Session: 12:30 - 2:30 pm (*12:00 - 2:00 pm in Bella Bella)
12:30 Discussion:
Feedback on the draft Action Plan
1:00 Discussion: Local involvement in sea otter recovery
2:15 Closing comments
2:30 Close
For additional information
or comments, please contact:
Laurie Convey
Resource Management Biologist Biologiste de Gestion des Pêches
Abalone & Species at Risk Ormeaux et Espèces en Péril
Fisheries and Oceans
Canada Pêches et Océans Canada
3225 Stephenson Pt. Rd. Chemin 3225 Stephenson Pt.
Nanaimo, BC V9T 1K3 Nanaimo, C-B V9T 1K3
Tel (250) 756-7163 Tel (250) 756-7163
Fax (250) 756-7118 or 756-7162 Fac (250) 756-7118 ou 756-7162
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