BIEAP and FREMP function through Memoranda of Understanding which establish the framework for the coordination of partner agencies. A revised Memoranda was revised in 2003.

There is a two-level management structure established in these agreements. These committees function through a consensus based decision-making process.

There is a Partners Committee comprising the principals of each of the funding partners, which meets semi-annually to discuss the progress of the Programs and provide direction on matters that cannot be resolved at other levels in the structure.

The Management Committee, comprising senior managers from the partner agencies, meets quarterly, and is responsible for overall management and policy issues. In addition to setting the broad goals of the Programs, the joint Management Committee directs and oversees the administration of the annual work plans and the five-year business plans, including the allocation and determination of the manner in which funding will be spent.

The Management Committee is assisted by a variety of subcommittees and task groups where program partners and other stakeholders can participate in an advisory role on specific aspects of the program work plans and ad hoc initiatives.

This linked management structure is supported by a secretariat from offices in Burnaby, British Columbia.

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