Kootenay Regional Office

Responsible for delivering environmental regulatory programs including hazardous and industrial waste management; environmental database management; integrated pest management initiatives; and contaminated site management and certification. Also conducts investigations into environmental violations and takes enforces regulatory requirements. Environmental Emergency Program (EEP) works to prevent, prepare for, and respond to oil spills, chemical spills, and spills of any substance that could harm the natural environment. Conservation Officer Service (COS) enforces natural resource laws and responds to reports of larger wildlife (such as bears, cougars, and moose) that are injured or causing problems in populated areas. Natural Resource Officers (NROs) enforce laws to protect BC's land, water, forests, and cultural resources. Report All Poachers and Polluters (RAPP) 24-hour hotline and online service allows individuals to anonymously report known or suspected violations of fisheries, wildlife, or environmental protection laws. Serves the northern interior of BC. Office hours are 8:30 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday.