The CVRD is in the process of developing an Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESA) Strategy for the region. Madrone Environmental Services has conducted two inventories of ESAs within the region and prepared some recommendations as to the scope and structure of an ESA Strategy. The reports are available below.

An Inventory of Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESAs) within the Cowichan Region (May 2018)

Developing an Environmentally Sensitive Area Strategy for the Cowichan Region (May 2018)

Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESAs) Mapping in the Cowichan Region - Phase II (December 2018)