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Columbia Basin Regional Advisory Committee
Form and FunctionSeptember 11, 2014
Nelson, BC
Kathy EichenbergerBC Ministry of Energy and Mines
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CBRAC• Why: how it came to be
• Who: how the committee was formed
• What: will the committee cover
• Where: let’s start here
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What people said:• Better information
more timely information at the right level
• Greater understanding of decisions & plans
• Ability to provide input
• Continued engagement on the Columbia River Treaty
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Formation of CBRAC
• Partnership between Local Governments’ Committee BC Hydro Ministry of Energy and Mines
• All 3 partners form a steering committee
• All decisions made by consensus
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Committee Selection:
Consensus on member selection based on diversity of: importance of First Nation and local government
representation
knowledge, ability and collaborative approach
geographic and sectoral representation
inclusion of age and gender diversity
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What it is:• A forum for dialogue and mutual learning
• Provides insight, advice and input on current and future hydro operating issues and plans
• Explores positive solutions to regional issues
• Provides input and advice on potential future changes and improvements to the CRT
• Complements other BC Hydro and MEM engagement
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What it isn’t:
• It is not aboriginal consultation
• It is not a decision-making body
• It will not re-open results of previous broader consultative and regulatory initiatives
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CBRAC - a beginning:
• This is new – it will take time to figure it out
• We don’t have all the answers – we don’t even have all the questions
• CBRAC will evolve as we learn and adapt
• This is important – but let’s make it a rewarding experience for all
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Thank you