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Number of Hunters and Anglers, Alberta

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This Alberta Official Statistic describes how Alberta Environment and Parks tracks participation and encourages hunting and fishing because these activities promote responsible stewardship of... More ≫

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This Alberta Official Statistic describes how Alberta Environment and Parks tracks participation and encourages hunting and fishing because these activities promote responsible stewardship of Alberta's natural resources and provide economic, environmental and social benefits for Albertans. Hunting and fishing are an important part of Alberta's social, cultural and economic heritage. Continued participation in these activities help sustain respect and appreciation for Alberta's natural habitats. Hunters and anglers provide important input and support to fish and wildlife management activities. Hunting and fishing contribute to the economy. The Hunting for Tomorrow Foundation's report, “The Economic Benefits of Hunting and Fishing Activities in Alberta in 2008”, estimated that $800 million was spent by hunters, anglers and related conservation organizations in 2008. Hunting and fishing are a strong part of Alberta’s heritage that has been passed on through generations. Hunters and...

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A guide to understanding and using the project selection and priority ranking tool

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As part of the government's response to the June 2013 flooding in Southern Alberta, the Southern Alberta Fisheries Habitat Enhancement and Sustainability (FISHES) Program was established with the... More ≫

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As part of the government's response to the June 2013 flooding in Southern Alberta, the Southern Alberta Fisheries Habitat Enhancement and Sustainability (FISHES) Program was established with the aim of mitigating the flood-related effects on fish and fish habitat in the short term and to re-establish a healthy aquatic environment over the longer term. In the absence of an existing process, a number of new tools were developed by the FISHES Program to support effective decision making and the allocation of program funds. The Project Selection and Priority Ranking Tool was developed to help evaluate potential projects based on thirteen biological, social and economic criteria which are weighted to reflect both provincial fisheries management priorities and local fisheries issues and concerns.

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Castle management plan : Castle Provincial Park and Castle Wildland Provincial Park

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This document outlines the unique considerations relevant to managing Castle Provincial Park and Castle Wildland Provincial Park within the context of the system of Alberta's provincial parks. In... More ≫

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This document outlines the unique considerations relevant to managing Castle Provincial Park and Castle Wildland Provincial Park within the context of the system of Alberta's provincial parks. In the plan, each issue is given context, management objectives are identified and corresponding strategies are provided. The management plan is designed to provide a long term and comprehensive framework to guide both park operations and park developments. It has been produced in consultation with Albertans, stakeholders and First Nations, and is intended to help achieve sustainable protection of the valuable natural and cultural resources, and to provide the foundation for long-term economic benefits to the people of Alberta.

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Alberta ambient air quality objectives and guidelines : fine particulate matter (PM2.5)

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Alberta’s ambient air quality objectives and guidelines are developed to protect Alberta’s air quality. They are intended to provide protection of the environment and human health to an extent... More ≫

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Alberta’s ambient air quality objectives and guidelines are developed to protect Alberta’s air quality. They are intended to provide protection of the environment and human health to an extent technically and economically feasible, as well as socially and politically acceptable. This document provides objective and guidelines for fine particulate matter, as well as a short description of the substance and the effects of exposure to fine particulate matter on humans, other animals, and vegetation.

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Tolko Industries Ltd., Vanderwell Contractors (1971) Ltd. and West Fraser Mills Ltd. 2008 forest management plan

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Forest company forest management plans (FMPs) detail when, where and how timber on Alberta Crown land will be managed in order to balance social, economic and environmental needs based on input... More ≫

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Forest company forest management plans (FMPs) detail when, where and how timber on Alberta Crown land will be managed in order to balance social, economic and environmental needs based on input from the public, Indigenous peoples and interest groups. The forest management planning area under consideration is FMA 0600043, allocated to Tolko Industries Ltd., Vanderwell Contractors (1971) Ltd., and West Fraser Mills Ltd. via legislative Order-in-Council (O.C. 550/2005) dated November 30, 2005. The FMP encompasses Forest Management Unit S17, which is located within the Upper Athabasca and Lower Peace Land-use Framework planning regions in central Alberta; it falls within the Central Mixedwood and Lower Foothills Natural Subregions.

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Environmental Assessment - Suncor Energy Inc. Lewis - Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and application for approval

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Environmental Impact Assessment registry documents pertaining to the proposed Suncor Energy Inc. Lewis project. The proposal is for in situ extraction with an estimated total bitumen production of... More ≫

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Environmental Impact Assessment registry documents pertaining to the proposed Suncor Energy Inc. Lewis project. The proposal is for in situ extraction with an estimated total bitumen production of 160,000 bpd and an operational life of up to 40 years. The project would be developed in four phases, supported by cogeneration of electricity to be constructed within the first two phases. Project components include gas fired steam generation including some cogeneration, water treatment and recycling, bitumen treatment, multi-well production pads, steam delivery pipelines, product recovery pipelines, local access roads, and borrow pits. For more information on the environmental assessment process visit ea.alberta.ca.

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Oil sands quarterly

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Contains data used by the Government of Alberta to calculate "operating capacity" as defined in the Oil Sands Environmental Monitoring Program Regulation.

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Industrial heartland designated industrial zone : non-methane hydrocarbons as an additional indicator

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Designated Industrial Zones in Alberta are areas targeted for strategic investment and development of clustered industrial development and economic diversification. Management goals for Designated... More ≫

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Designated Industrial Zones in Alberta are areas targeted for strategic investment and development of clustered industrial development and economic diversification. Management goals for Designated Industrial Zones include regulatory streamlining, cluster infrastructure development, and the minimization of cumulative effects on the environment. This document summarizes how non-methane hydrocarbons will be monitored to evaluate whether environmental outcomes for air quality are being met in the designated industrial zone.

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South Saskatchewan regional plan 2014-2024 : amended February 2017

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Alberta’s Land-use Framework (LUF), released in December 2008, sets out a new approach to managing the province’s land and natural resources to achieve Alberta’s long-term economic, environmental... More ≫

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Alberta’s Land-use Framework (LUF), released in December 2008, sets out a new approach to managing the province’s land and natural resources to achieve Alberta’s long-term economic, environmental and social goals. The LUF establishes seven new land-use regions and calls for the development of a regional plan for each. The South Saskatchewan Regional Plan sets the stage for robust growth, vibrant communities and a healthy environment within the region over the next 50 years. This resource presents an amendment of the original plan published in 2014.

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Standards for zoos in Alberta [2022]

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Compliance with the Alberta zoo standards ensure that facilities requiring an Alberta zoo permit meet acceptable standards that provide a suitable environment for the animal collections and... More ≫

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Compliance with the Alberta zoo standards ensure that facilities requiring an Alberta zoo permit meet acceptable standards that provide a suitable environment for the animal collections and visitors and an environment that emphasizes education. Where off-site display occurs, the standards ensure that there is minimum risk to surrounding free-ranging wildlife, domestic animals and people, and in some cases provide an opportunity for scientific research and animal propagation to support wildlife conservation programs.

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