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Economic impacts of a greenhouse gas emissions cap on the oil and gas sector

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In December 2023, the Government of Canada announced plans to implement a national cap-and-trade system to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the oil and gas sector to achieve the goal of... More ≫

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In December 2023, the Government of Canada announced plans to implement a national cap-and-trade system to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the oil and gas sector to achieve the goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. This report, prepared by the Conference Board of Canada and presented to Alberta Treasury Board and Finance, estimates the potential economic impact of a greenhouse gas emissions cap on the oil and gas sector.

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Alberta electric utility wildfire risk management : best management practices 2024

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This document is intended to provide a high-level guide for utility companies to actively manage wildfire risk. It lays out a systemized management approach to establishing the fundamental... More ≫

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This document is intended to provide a high-level guide for utility companies to actively manage wildfire risk. It lays out a systemized management approach to establishing the fundamental components of a risk management program or Wildfire Risk Management Plan.

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Public Health Emergencies Governance Review Panel final report

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The final report of the Public Health Emergencies Governance Review Panel. The report reviews legislation that guided Alberta's response to COVID-19 and recommends changes to improve the handling... More ≫

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The final report of the Public Health Emergencies Governance Review Panel. The report reviews legislation that guided Alberta's response to COVID-19 and recommends changes to improve the handling of future public health emergencies for Albertans.

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Municipal inspection report : Village of Andrew, Alberta

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Sage Analytics conducted a formal, third-party inspection of the Village of Andrew’s governance and administration from April to October, 2023. A final report was submitted to the Minister of... More ≫

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Sage Analytics conducted a formal, third-party inspection of the Village of Andrew’s governance and administration from April to October, 2023. A final report was submitted to the Minister of Municipal Affairs in November 2023 and shared with village residents at an open council session held on February 28, 2024.

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Modernizing Alberta’s primary health care system (MAPS) : Strategic Advisory Panel final report

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Modernizing Alberta’s Primary Health Care System (MAPS) initiative was established to provide recommendations to government about how to strengthen primary health care in Alberta.

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Building momentum for social impact

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The Premier's Council on Charities and Civil Society was established in February 2020 to provide advice to government on its relationship with civil society organizations that are addressing... More ≫

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The Premier's Council on Charities and Civil Society was established in February 2020 to provide advice to government on its relationship with civil society organizations that are addressing pressing social issues in Alberta. This report reflects analysis of input received from civil society partners during engagement sessions held between late September to late November 2022, and offers advice on how civil society and government can work together to address challenges faced by civil society.

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Sexual and gender-based violence in Alberta post-secondary education

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To better understand the climate of sexual and gender-based violence experienced by post-secondary students in Alberta, the Campus Climate Survey on Sexual and Gender-based Violence commissioned a... More ≫

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To better understand the climate of sexual and gender-based violence experienced by post-secondary students in Alberta, the Campus Climate Survey on Sexual and Gender-based Violence commissioned a survey across 26 publicly-funded Alberta post-secondary institutions. This report summarizes the responses to the survey.

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Alberta pension plan : analysis of costs, benefits, risks and considerations

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Alberta Treasury Board and Finance engaged LifeWorks to prepare a detailed analysis of the costs, benefits and structure of a potential Alberta Pension Plan (APP). The analysis includes actuarial,... More ≫

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Alberta Treasury Board and Finance engaged LifeWorks to prepare a detailed analysis of the costs, benefits and structure of a potential Alberta Pension Plan (APP). The analysis includes actuarial, economic, legal, and technical information regarding the establishment and ongoing operation of an APP. This analysis gives a clearer picture on what a future provincial pension plan might look like and helps answer questions that Albertans are asking about the costs and benefits of such a move.

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Edmonton Metropolitan Region Economic Recovery Working Group (EMRER) : priorities and recommended actions

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The Edmonton Metropolitan Region Economic Recovery Working Group engaged with stakeholders from across the region to develop a report with suggested actions about how the government and industry... More ≫

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The Edmonton Metropolitan Region Economic Recovery Working Group engaged with stakeholders from across the region to develop a report with suggested actions about how the government and industry leaders can support the recovery and growth of metro Edmonton’s economy.

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Alberta Environment and Protected Areas Indigenous Lake monitoring program evaluation report

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The Indigenous Lake Monitoring Program (ILMP) was developed in response to Indigenous communities’ concerns about the quality of lakes of local importance as well as the Community-Based Monitoring... More ≫

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The Indigenous Lake Monitoring Program (ILMP) was developed in response to Indigenous communities’ concerns about the quality of lakes of local importance as well as the Community-Based Monitoring & Knowledge teams’ mandate to explore opportunities to work together with Indigenous communities to advance environmental stewardship. The ILMP aims to support and enable stewardship and management of Alberta’s lakes based on the best available Indigenous and scientific knowledge. From 2016-21, staff from CBM&K, Watershed Sciences and Watershed Monitoring units within the Airshed & Watershed Stewardship Branch worked with community technicians from four First Nations (Bigstone Cree Nation, Cold Lake First Nations, Whitefish Lake First Nation, Dene Tha' First Nation) to collect and report on water chemistry, physical measurements, and biological samples on seven lakes in Northern Alberta. The ILMP Evaluation Report summarizes the findings of an independent evaluation of the ILMP...

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