They are also to encourage cooperation among agencies and associations through their focus on projects that require shared efforts. It is intended that they not become another agency. This group will be comprised of representatives of the provincial level agencies and associations that support the purpose of the program. They are to provide guidance from their organization to the program and to take advice back to their organization regarding ways that they can better support the Community Stewardship Councils. Associations Associations are groups of people joined together to realize common goals - in this case, goals that are compatible with the purpose of the PLRS Program.
Associations are advocates - for their perspective on stewardship.
They are willing and able to actively assist with the task of helping local people help themselves in their stewardship initiatives. They are experienced and capable in developing and implementing plans of action. Associations that do not have a local chapter may also participate as a member. They are staffed with people who can provide information and knowledge regarding many aspects of natural resources. Often they are in a position to offer financial, educational, product or advisory incentives to landowners, or supportive policies, services and programs.