The Province of British Columbia has a broad variety of activities and opportunities that utilize our natural resources and land. Over 180 different activities and authorizations can be explored here on the Natural Resource Online Services portal.
You can find information on activities using the Search for Guidance box above, or by using the Explore By Activity page to see the range of different topics we offer information on.
If you already know the authorization you want to apply for, you may select it from our list of applications.
Industrial use of forest roads, works and connecting to Forest Service Roads (FSRs) and Forest Road construction.
- Forest Roads
Wells, pumps, drilling in specified areas as well as registering for a well driller or pump installer.
- Groundwater and Drilling
Applications for a Mines Act Permit under the Mines Act, in order to explore and develop the Province's mineral, coal, placer, quarry and aggregate resources.
- Mining
Hunting big game, limited entry hunts, hunter registration and applying for a permission to hunt.
The Province provides hunters with the opportunity to get out into British Columbia’s (B.C.) world-renowned backcountry and enjoy the natural wonders of our province. All hunters must be familiar with hunting laws and regulations before hunting in B.C. If you plan to hunt in B.C., review the Hunting and Trapping Regulations Synopsis.
You are required to register for a Fish and Wildlife ID before you can apply for hunting, species and special area licences, limited entry hunting and a permit to accompany a non-resident or non-resident alien to hunt big game.
- Recreational Hunting
Roads constructed on Crown land, including industrial, commercial and residential roads.
- Roads