Organising Fishery Co-operatives in British Columbia: The Legal and Policy Framework

This document provides general and legal information to persons interested in organising a co-operative business. It also deals specifically with legal and policy requirements facing those persons interested in establishing fishery co-ops. Topics range from the general requirements that a business planning to incorporate under the BC Cooperative Association Act must meet, to specific licensing requirements for harvesting the sea's resources. Other topics include security regulations, liability, and the tax implications of forming a co-op. Note that the information is not legal advice. Available on the internet. You can also purchase a paper copy of this document, contact BCICS.

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