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- Setting the Bar: A Reconciliation Guide for Heritage
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- Beyond Acknowledgement to Diversity and Inclusion
- Erasure: A Statement on Racism, Inclusivity and Equity
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Heritage Policy & Legislation
Local Governments in BC are beholden to provincial level legislation when developing their own heritage policies. When trying to support the conservation of your community’s heritage, both tangible and intangible, you can look to our policy and legislation resources for support in developing the policies and systems that are best for your local context.
Heritage Legislation in BC
Links to access relevant BC provincial legislation and explanations for how it affects local heritage conservation in practice.
Learn MoreLocal Government Library of Source Documents
Real examples of local government heritage planning related documents from communities across British Columbia.
Learn MoreHeritage Conservation Tools: Resource Guides
Resource guides on heritage planning tools for local governments, including Heritage Designation, Registries, Conservation Areas, and more.
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