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Aquatic environment impact ratings a method for evaluating SSRB flow scenarios : Red Deer River case study

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The report is organized into two parts. Part one contains brief technical summaries of methods used to establish instream flow needs determinations in the South Saskatchewan river basin that... More ≫

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The report is organized into two parts. Part one contains brief technical summaries of methods used to establish instream flow needs determinations in the South Saskatchewan river basin that provide for full protection of the aquatic environment. The purpose of summarizing these techniques within the following document is to provide a basis for the methodology used to evaluate impacts from alternative flow management scenarios. The second part of this document then explains the impact ratings methodology and demonstrates its application using example flow management scenarios applied to seven reaches of the Red Deer River.

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Water for life : a renewal

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Water for Life: Alberta’s Strategy for Sustainability has been the vehicle for managing Alberta’s water resources since 2003. In this renewed strategy, the Government of Alberta continues to build... More ≫

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Water for Life: Alberta’s Strategy for Sustainability has been the vehicle for managing Alberta’s water resources since 2003. In this renewed strategy, the Government of Alberta continues to build on the work already undertaken and reaffirms its commitment to the Water for Life approach for the management of Alberta’s water quantity and quality for the benefit of Albertans.

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Muskeg River interim management framework for water quantity and quality : summary report

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The purpose of this interim management framework is to guide regulatory decision-making within the Muskeg River watershed, which is located in the Athabasca Oil Sands region of northern Alberta... More ≫

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The purpose of this interim management framework is to guide regulatory decision-making within the Muskeg River watershed, which is located in the Athabasca Oil Sands region of northern Alberta within the regional municipality of Wood Buffalo. This is a summary report of the Muskeg River interim management framework.

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Muskeg River interim management framework for water quantity and quality : management guidance for aquatic components of the Muskeg River watershed

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The purpose of this interim management framework is to guide regulatory decision-making within the Muskeg River watershed, which is located in the Athabasca Oil Sands region of northern Alberta... More ≫

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The purpose of this interim management framework is to guide regulatory decision-making within the Muskeg River watershed, which is located in the Athabasca Oil Sands region of northern Alberta within the regional municipality of Wood Buffalo. The specific objectives of the interim framework are to develop: water quality objectives for the Muskeg River and Kearl Lake; water quality targets and limits to protect and maintain the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of the Muskeg River; a monitoring strategy to evaluate the impacts of development; and an approach and information system that will assist the development of the Muskeg River Water Management Plan.

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Information synthesis and initial assessment of the status and health of aquatic ecosystems in Alberta : surface water quality, sediment quality and non-fish biota

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This is a technical summary of a provincial-scale initial assessment of aquatic ecosystem health. It is based on water and sediment quality and non-fish biota information for major rivers, a... More ≫

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This is a technical summary of a provincial-scale initial assessment of aquatic ecosystem health. It is based on water and sediment quality and non-fish biota information for major rivers, a selection of tributaries and streams in Alberta. It provides an overview of current knowledge for major basins, an initial assessment of aquatic ecosystem health based on published information, and it identifies gaps and provides recommendations for future more comprehensive monitoring.

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Provincial inventory of potential water storage sites and diversion scenarios

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Presents an inventory of previously-identified potential water storage sites and diversion systems in the province. Implemented as part of the provincial Water for Life Strategy. The inventory was... More ≫

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Presents an inventory of previously-identified potential water storage sites and diversion systems in the province. Implemented as part of the provincial Water for Life Strategy. The inventory was based on a literature review of previous studies that identified potential sites and no site investigations were conducted.

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Cold Lake-Beaver River surface water quality state of the basin report

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This report is one of four state of the basin reports. Each report gives specific information to provide a snapshot that illustrates the current condition of the Cold Lake-Beaver River (CLBR)... More ≫

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This report is one of four state of the basin reports. Each report gives specific information to provide a snapshot that illustrates the current condition of the Cold Lake-Beaver River (CLBR) Basin. The reports contain inventory and assessment information related to surface and groundwater quantity, quality and aquatic resources of the basin. Also identified are the management tools that are currently available to address water issues in the basin. In addition to providing background information and a knowledge base for the CLBR plan, the reports update information in the 1985 planning documents.

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South Saskatchewan River Basin : consultation on draft water management plan October 2005 to January 2006 : results

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From late October 2005 to mid-January 2006, Alberta Environment invited comment from the public and known stakeholders on the South Saskatchewan River Basin draft water management plan. Public... More ≫

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From late October 2005 to mid-January 2006, Alberta Environment invited comment from the public and known stakeholders on the South Saskatchewan River Basin draft water management plan. Public meetings were held in Medicine Hat, Bindloss, Brooks, Calgary, Drumheller, Red Deer and Lethbridge. The plan was also made available via mail and on the Department’s web site. This document presents the results of the public consultation.

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Cold Lake - Beaver River surface water quantity and aquatic resources state of the basin report

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This report is one of four state of the basin reports. Each report gives specific information to provide a snapshot that illustrates the current condition of the Cold Lake-Beaver River (CLBR)... More ≫

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This report is one of four state of the basin reports. Each report gives specific information to provide a snapshot that illustrates the current condition of the Cold Lake-Beaver River (CLBR) Basin. The reports contain inventory and assessment information related to surface and groundwater quantity, quality and aquatic resources of the basin. Also identified are the management tools that are currently available to address water issues in the basin. In addition to providing background information and a knowledge base for the CLBR plan, the reports update information in the 1985 planning documents.

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Cold Lake-Beaver River Basin groundwater quality state of the basin report

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This report is one of four state of the basin reports. Each report gives specific information to provide a snapshot that illustrates the current condition of the Cold Lake-Beaver River (CLBR)... More ≫

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This report is one of four state of the basin reports. Each report gives specific information to provide a snapshot that illustrates the current condition of the Cold Lake-Beaver River (CLBR) Basin. The reports contain inventory and assessment information related to surface and groundwater quantity, quality and aquatic resources of the basin. Also identified are the management tools that are currently available to address water issues in the basin. In addition to providing background information and a knowledge base for the CLBR plan, the reports update information in the 1985 planning documents.

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