Western Forest Products Maps of Jordan River Subdivision Locations
WFP aims to develop massive suburban housing develpment along the entire Juan De Fuca trail, spanning along the West Coast Road from the Sooke Potholes to Port Renfrew. This would mean the development of approximately 6300 acres of forest according to their own documents. A copy of the "WFP South Island Portfolio" has been attained showing the locations of the parcels offered for sale, including aerial and satellite images of the properties. Included on some of the maps are prices for the parcels Click here for list of maps.
The Western Forests Products website also includes a partial selection of the controversial subdivision plans that are awaiting approval.
VIC FAN: On The Ground in Jordan River
VIC FAN volunteers have joined the broad coalition of First Nations, environmental, community, recreational and business groups that have been working to stop the subdivision of thousands of hectares of forest in the Jordan River area.
VIC FAN's work in the field enhances and supports the work being done to protect these forests by surveying the lands on the ground, identifying species and risk and compiling scientific data and public testimonials.
VIC FAN volunteers make regular excursions in and around the proposed subdivision lands to assess the progress of work being done and to document the impacts occuring to the land.
Our goal is not only to provide logistical support and information to those opposing development in the area, but also to build a picture of the forest ecology in this region, so as to create a sense of connection to this land and share with others the joy of learning about the natural world around us.
If you share a connection to and love of this forest land, know of sensitive areas you'd like to see surveyed and assessed, or just want to share your thoughts, opinions and feelings about this area, please send us an email at moc.liamg|noitcatserof#moc.liamg|noitcatserof, or participate in our online discussion forum.
VIC FAN's work is driven by the needs and demands of the people most closely connected to the land. Your advice, opinions and suggestions are how we determine where to conduct our research.
Please consider supporting the work we do with a donation. At this time we are completely volunteer driven, and funds for the program go towards outfitting our field camps and excursions and transporting volunteers into the field. We would also like to be able to provide compensation to scientists, First Nations elders and other local experts who take time to join us on these expeditions and help us with our work.
Volunteers are also welcome to join us, regardless of your level of ecological knowledge. A love of the land is essential.
The latest news about the Jordan River/WFP issue.
For the most up-to-date news on this and other forest action related issues, visit our news blog at forestaction.wordpress.com
CRD, WFP tangle over forest roads Times Colonist, August 7, 2008
CRD orders halt to road building on disputed land
BC Auditor General Finds TFL deletions made without sufficient regard for public interest
Subdivision Bulldozes Through Scenic Surfer Community Globe and Mail, July 16, 2006
Auditor-general cuts his teeth on the contentious topic of private forest land Vancouver Sun, July 16
Mediated meeting offered on TFL plans Times Colonist, July 11, 2008
Rally to urge Jordan River hearings Times Colonist, July 10, 2008
