Ecosystem Classifications
Forest Classification
Regional Field guides
These are core reports of the BEC program, describing in detail site classification by BGC Unit.The study and classification of mature forest communities has been the core focus of the BEC program. The "Field Guides to Site Identification and Interpretation" are produced by each Ministry of Forests Region and are an essential technical resource for anyone who works in forest ecology, silviculture, land mapping (including TEM and PEM), vegetation inventory, etc.
Zone and Provincial Classification Reports
Reports and Brochures of provincial or inter-regional in scope
Classification of Non-forested and Seral Ecosystems
Wetlands and Related Ecosystems
Reports from the Wetland and Riparian Ecosystem special project
The Wetland and Riparian Ecological Classification project is a special initiative within the BEC program to classify the wetland, riparian, and estuarine ecosystems of British Columbia.
Grassland Ecosystems
Classification of southern and central interior grasslands
Seral Ecosystems
Preliminary reports on classification of forested and non-forested seral ecosystems
Garry Oak and related Ecosystems
Ecosystem classification of Garry oak and related ecosystems.
Alpine and Subalpine Ecosystems
Preliminary reports on the zone and site classification of British Columbias high elevation ecosystems