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flag British Columbia permits logging in remaining old-growth forests, reversing conservation policy amid criticism over ecology and transparency.

flag British Columbia’s logging agency has approved harvesting remnant old-growth forests in the northwest, reversing a prior conservation policy. flag A government briefing note confirms the change, citing First Nations’ lack of support for previous deferrals and economic pressures from re-engineering timber sales. flag The move allows logging even in stands that don’t meet official old-growth criteria, drawing criticism from ecologists and former foresters who say it undermines ecological integrity, biodiversity, and long-term sustainability. flag Critics also highlight a lack of transparency, insufficient data, and a failure to align with a recent provincial review calling for improved forest stewardship. flag The policy shift has not been reflected on the government’s public website.

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