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2010 reclamation criteria for wellsites and associated facilities for native grasslands

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The aim of reclamation under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act is to obtain "equivalent land capacity," which is defined as the ability of the land to support various land uses... More ≫

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The aim of reclamation under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act is to obtain "equivalent land capacity," which is defined as the ability of the land to support various land uses after conservation and reclamation similar to the ability that existed prior to activity being conducted on the land. The criteria presented in this document are to be used to evaluate whether a site has met equivalent land capability. The criteria are based on land function and operability that will support the production of goods and services consistent in quality and quantity with the surrounding landscape.

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Recommended land use guidelines for protection of selected wildlife species and habitat within grassland and parkland natural regions of Alberta [final report]

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These guidelines are designed to help land users minimize, or avoid, potential adverse effects on selected wildlife and wildlife resources when conducting activities on public and private lands... More ≫

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These guidelines are designed to help land users minimize, or avoid, potential adverse effects on selected wildlife and wildlife resources when conducting activities on public and private lands within the Grassland and Parkland natural regions of Alberta. The guidelines should be applied with judgment that considers the specific physical and vegetative characteristics of the site, the types of existing land use at the site, and the types of land use proposed by the development.

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Long-billed curlew conservation management plan 2010-2015

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The long-billed curlew is the largest member of the sandpiper family and is distinguishable by its long downward curved bill and large size. It has been designated a Species of Special Concern in... More ≫

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The long-billed curlew is the largest member of the sandpiper family and is distinguishable by its long downward curved bill and large size. It has been designated a Species of Special Concern in Alberta and Canada due to the contraction of its range and small, possibly declining, population. Habitat alteration is the primary threat to this species. This plan provides background information on the species and outlines a set of objectives and management actions to help meet the goal of maintaining the current distribution and population of long-billed curlew in Alberta. Conservation management plans are developed for Species of Special Concern in Alberta, to provide guidance for land and resource management decisions that affect the species and their habitat. They are intended to be a resource tool for provincial and regional fish and wildlife, land and resource management staff.

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Foothills fescue grassland : principles for minimizing surface disturbance

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The purpose of this information letter is to minimize the surface disturbance of foothills fescue grasslands. It identifies the expectations for planning and development standards through key... More ≫

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The purpose of this information letter is to minimize the surface disturbance of foothills fescue grasslands. It identifies the expectations for planning and development standards through key development principles for all potential surface disturbance related activity in foothills fescue grasslands.

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Industrial activity in foothills fescue grasslands - guidelines for minimizing surface disturbance

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Extensive tracts of foothills fescue grassland (the provincial grass of Alberta) within the landscape of southwestern Alberta have been lost due to agricultural crop production, industrial... More ≫

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Extensive tracts of foothills fescue grassland (the provincial grass of Alberta) within the landscape of southwestern Alberta have been lost due to agricultural crop production, industrial development, urban and rural infrastructure. As a result, a protective notation (PNT) has been placed on specified public lands known to include foothills fescue grassland. The purpose of the PNT is not to restrict development but to alert industry to the environmental and economic risk. This document serves as a supplement to the information letter designating the PNT.

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