Ecological Reserve Act ([RSBC 1996] Chapter 103). Country/Territory Canada Territorial subdivision British Columbia Document type Legislation Date 1971 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Protected area Institution Ecosystem preservation Research Endangered species Protection of species Education Geographical area Americas, Arctic, Asia and the Pacific, East Pacific, North America, North Atlantic Abstract The purpose of the Act is to reserve public lands for ecological purposes, including the following areas: (a) scientific research and education on productivity of the natural environment; (b) representative examples of ecosystems; (c) examples of ecosystems modified by human beings; (d) rare and endangered native plants and animals in their natural habitat which may be preserved; (e) unique and rare examples of botanical, zoological or geological phenomena. The Lieutenant Governor in Council may establish, cancel or amend reserves (sects. 3 and 4). Ecological reserves are not available for disposition (sect. 5). The remaining sections deal with the power to make regulations, administration and advisors. Full text English Website www.qp.gov.bc.ca References - Legislation Implemented by Ecological Reserve Regulations (B.C. Reg. 335/75). Legislation | Canada | 1975 Keyword: Protected area, Institution, Ecosystem preservation, Research, Authorization/permit Source: FAO, FAOLEX Application of Park Legislation to Ecological Reserves Regulation (B.C. Reg. 364/97). Legislation | Canada | 1997 (2006) Keyword: Protected area, Ecosystem preservation, Enforcement/compliance Source: FAO, FAOLEX