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Liability for contamination on upstream oil and gas sites

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Provides information on the regulatory framework for liability for upstream oil and gas sites, such as well sites, oil production sites, pipelines and batteries, that have some contamination above... More ≫

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Provides information on the regulatory framework for liability for upstream oil and gas sites, such as well sites, oil production sites, pipelines and batteries, that have some contamination above acceptable environmental standards or that demonstrate adverse effects.

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Standard detailed site assessment forms for wellsite certification

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Includes the Standard Detailed Site Assessment forms to streamline the certification process.

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Reclamation certificate application fees for wellsites and associated facilities and access roads - 2001 update

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This information letter clarifies how fees will be applied to reclamation certificate applications for wellsites, oil production sites or batteries and their associated facilities.

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Guidance for use of the Phase 1 environmental site assessment guideline for upstream oil and gas sites

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Reclamation certificates are required for activities that are carried out on specified land, which is land that is being or has been used or held for or in connection with the construction,... More ≫

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Reclamation certificates are required for activities that are carried out on specified land, which is land that is being or has been used or held for or in connection with the construction, operation or reclamation of a well, oil production site, battery or pipeline. Prior to reclamation, a Phase 1 environmental site assessment is usually conducted to know if contamination is likely to be present.

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Disposal of excess soil material from roadways

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Provides guidance on the disposal of excess soil that may result from a roadway project.

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Environmental protection guidelines for roadways

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These guidelines provide direction for construction, abandonment and reclamation of roadways and are intended to assist local road authorites in meeting their responsibilities under the... More ≫

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These guidelines provide direction for construction, abandonment and reclamation of roadways and are intended to assist local road authorites in meeting their responsibilities under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act.

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Pre-construction assessment report for wellsites

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In February and March 1998, public meetings were held in 10 locations throughout Alberta to discuss reclamation criteria and the certification process for wellsites. This information letter... More ≫

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In February and March 1998, public meetings were held in 10 locations throughout Alberta to discuss reclamation criteria and the certification process for wellsites. This information letter discusses one of the recommendations that resulted from this meeting, namely that pre-construction reports be provided to affected landowners.

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Public complaint process for oil and gas environmental concerns

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In February and March 1998, public meetings were held in 10 locations throughout Alberta to discuss reclamation criteria and the certification process for wellsites. This information letter deals... More ≫

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In February and March 1998, public meetings were held in 10 locations throughout Alberta to discuss reclamation criteria and the certification process for wellsites. This information letter deals with a recommendation that came of of the discussions that said landowners and occupants should be made aware of the available complaint process.

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Wellsite criteria summary document - revised

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In October 1999 the ministers of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development and Environment released a report and recommendations to improve the certification process. This Information Letter deals... More ≫

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In October 1999 the ministers of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development and Environment released a report and recommendations to improve the certification process. This Information Letter deals with part of Recommendation 5 that said a summary of the criteria should be sent to landowners along with the reclamation certificate application. A summary of the criteria is attached to this Information Letter. This summary allows operators to fulfill the recommendation.

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Guideline for wetland establishment on reclaimed oil sands leases

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Provides a brief introduction to the Guideline for Wetland Establishment on Reclaimed Oil Sands Leases, which lays out an approach to the development of wetlands on reclaimed landscapes in the oil... More ≫

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Provides a brief introduction to the Guideline for Wetland Establishment on Reclaimed Oil Sands Leases, which lays out an approach to the development of wetlands on reclaimed landscapes in the oil sands region. The guideline was developed by the Oil Sands Wetlands Working Group which had representation from government, industry, consulting, university and aboriginal communities.

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