Natural resource law enforcement
Last updated on August 11, 2025Natural Resource Officers and Conservation Officers enforce the laws that protect British Columbia’s ecosystems and natural resources. These officers monitor activities on Crown land, respond to reports of misconduct and can initiate actions to apprehend and prosecute violators.
Natural Resource Officer Service - Natural Resource Officers
The Natural Resource Officer Service (NROS) is a natural resource law enforcement agency that enforces over 50 pieces of legislation that govern the protection of B.C.'s natural and cultural resources.
Find out more about:
- Natural Resource Officers
- Careers with the NROS
- Natural Resource Enforcement
- Identifying and Reporting Natural Resource Violations
Conservation Officer Service
The Conservation Officer Service (COS) focuses on natural resource law enforcement and human wildlife conflicts prevention and response.
- Read more about the Conservation Officer Service
- Report All Poachers and Polluters (RAPP)
Use the Natural Resource Violation (NRV) form to report known or suspected violations of illegal water use, works around water, unsafe fire use, roads, forestry operations, and any illegal activity on Crown lands or archaeologically sensitive areas.
Use the RAPP form to report known or suspected violations of fisheries, wildlife, or environmental protection laws, except salmon-related violations.