clearly drawn or reproduced, referenced maps of the area in question (including a
small-scale locator map with the relevant British Columbia Geographic System
map-sheet number included and a large scale map showing land forms), as well as
digital maps;
all inventories, assessments and other background information upon which
proposals are based, including any archaeological, ethnographic, traditional use,
environmental or other reports, maps and map data or other information;
a copy of any assessments and inventories in the hands of Third Parties or the
Crown (eg. Ecological or cultural assessments relating to streams terrain,
archaeology), and the “pre-consultation assessments” recommended in the
Provincial Guidelines or the “Aboriginal Interest Assessments” required by the
BC Assets and Land Corporation Guidelines;
a complete description of the proposed Activity including a description of the land
and resources involved and a description of the current and anticipated value of
the proposed Activity;
the timeframe for the commencement and completion of the Activity;
the details of any anticipated impacts on the land itself and an initial assessment of
any anticipated impacts to Simpcw Title or Rights;
information on any anticipated economic benefits for the communities of the
Simpcw People;
other information as may be requested by the Simpcw Band Council.
Step 2 – Initial Community Review
The Simpcw Band Council will review the Information Package and may request further
information relating to the proposed activity such as background information referenced
by the agency, site or area visits, or further studies or assessments. Upon receipt of the
information and details regarding development within the Traditional Territory, and after
an initial community review, the Simpcw Band Council will provide a time frame for
response and indication of the financial/human capacity required to accommodate them,
along with an explanation for the time frame and funding required.