On May 30th, IAF hosted a webinar overviewing Stream 3 of the Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program, which is funded by the Government of BC and delivered by IAF.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:17 Agenda
01:36 AWP Overview
02:36 Stream 3 Overview
13:30 Q&A
13:41 Do we need to have an Environmental Farm Plan to be eligible?
14:00 Is the requirement for Diking and Drainage Districts to engage local government only for Activity 7?
14:45 What does stakeholder consultation mean?
15:23 If I have another project through a different IAF-delivered program, can I apply for AWP?
16:16 Do we need to complete a project through Stream 3 to be eligible for other AWP Streams?
17:10 Is there a list of pre-approved Qualified Professionals?
18:53 Do we need a water license to apply to Stream 3?
19:25 Is it possible to apply for more than one Activity under Stream 3?
19:42 Are small dams included within the definition of dikes?
20:12 Can you define who is a water purveyor under Activity 2?
20:57 When will more information about Streams 2 & 4 become available?
21:23 Are dugouts and ponds eligible for AWP?
22:01 Do we need proof of land ownership?
23:00 Will First Nations require separate and distinct consult apart from other stakeholders?
23:59 Do assessments and plans need to be completed through Stream 3 to access other streams of AWP?
24:30 How do I apply for multiple activities under Stream 3?
25:05 Does safeguarding a water supply fall under Stream 3?
26:06 How many years are the assessments/studies valid for?
26:58 If making a joint application, do all applicants need a water license to apply to Stream 3?
28:00 What is the difference between a dam and a dike?
28:20 Will there be the ability to have an alternate payment schedule, given the duration of some projects?
29:24 Stream 3, Activity 5: Can we apply for more than one Dam Safety Review within a single application?
29:58 How is funding provided to successful applicants?
30:52 Does consultation for irrigation installation fall under Stream 3?
31:34 Are regional studies cost-shareable amongst multiple applicants?
32:16 Can the activities under Stream 3 be undertaken on both Crown and private land?
1 авг 2024
