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Fire ban system approved activities list : a guide to levels of fire activity restrictions in Alberta

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A reference table providing a side-by-side comparison of the level of permission allowed for specific fire activities under the various fire restriction categories of Alberta’s fire ban system.

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State of current knowledge on feral horse impacts on rangeland ecosystems

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This information sheet looks at the impacts of feral horse populations on rangeland ecosystems and how this compares to other large herbivores on the landscape. One of five current-knowledge... More ≫

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This information sheet looks at the impacts of feral horse populations on rangeland ecosystems and how this compares to other large herbivores on the landscape. One of five current-knowledge documents summarizing the state of information related to feral horse populations in Alberta. The documents were created by the Office of the Chief Scientist at the request of the Feral Horse Advisory Committee. The Office of the Chief Scientist provides independent scientific advice to address complex environmental challenges and opportunities Alberta faces.

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State of current knowledge on feral horse population dynamics and Alberta population trends

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This information sheet provides an overview of the origin of horses in Alberta, factors affecting feral horse population dynamics and a summary of Alberta Environment and Protected Areas' minimum... More ≫

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This information sheet provides an overview of the origin of horses in Alberta, factors affecting feral horse population dynamics and a summary of Alberta Environment and Protected Areas' minimum count survey results between 2013 and 2021. One of five current-knowledge documents summarizing the state of information related to feral horse populations in Alberta. The documents were created by the Office of the Chief Scientist at the request of the Feral Horse Advisory Committee. The Office of the Chief Scientist provides independent scientific advice to address complex environmental challenges and opportunities Alberta faces.

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State of current knowledge on the relationship of feral horses and coexisting ungulates

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This information sheet describes how feral horse behaviour, population dynamics and distribution patterns differ from native ungulates in Alberta. One of five current-knowledge documents... More ≫

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This information sheet describes how feral horse behaviour, population dynamics and distribution patterns differ from native ungulates in Alberta. One of five current-knowledge documents summarizing the state of information related to feral horse populations in Alberta. The documents were created by the Office of the Chief Scientist at the request of the Feral Horse Advisory Committee. The Office of the Chief Scientist provides independent scientific advice to address complex environmental challenges and opportunities Alberta faces.

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State of current knowledge on fertility control methods for feral horses

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Describes the various methods available to implement fertility control methods in feral horse populations. This information sheet is one of five current-knowledge documents summarizing the state... More ≫

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Describes the various methods available to implement fertility control methods in feral horse populations. This information sheet is one of five current-knowledge documents summarizing the state of information related to feral horse populations in Alberta. The documents were created by the Office of the Chief Scientist at the request of the Feral Horse Advisory Committee. The Office of the Chief Scientist provides independent scientific advice to address complex environmental challenges and opportunities Alberta faces.

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State of current knowledge on survey methods to monitor Alberta’s feral horse populations

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This information sheet describes the advantages and disadvantages of minimum count surveys and distance sampling as the two methods used to determine feral horse populations in Alberta. One of... More ≫

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This information sheet describes the advantages and disadvantages of minimum count surveys and distance sampling as the two methods used to determine feral horse populations in Alberta. One of five current-knowledge documents summarizing the state of information related to feral horse populations in Alberta. The documents were created by the Office of the Chief Scientist at the request of the Feral Horse Advisory Committee. The Office of the Chief Scientist provides independent scientific advice to address complex environmental challenges and opportunities Alberta faces.

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Get to know your water flow : helping water users predict and prepare for water shortages

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This fact sheet will help water users predict and prepare for water shortages using the Alberta River Basins website. It explains how to find and interpret data from streamflow and lake level... More ≫

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This fact sheet will help water users predict and prepare for water shortages using the Alberta River Basins website. It explains how to find and interpret data from streamflow and lake level gauges, precipitation stations, and snow pillow stations. It also covers water supply outlook and water shortage advisories.

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Critical minerals : Alberta’s natural resources for transition to lower carbon economy

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Worldwide demand for metals and critical minerals is increasing rapidly in response to growing populations, technological advancement and the global shift towards a lower carbon economy. This fact... More ≫

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Worldwide demand for metals and critical minerals is increasing rapidly in response to growing populations, technological advancement and the global shift towards a lower carbon economy. This fact sheet looks at the province's pathways to become a preferred producer and supplier of metallic and industrial minerals and products, helping to meet increasing demand while creating jobs and attracting investment to Alberta.

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Indigenous partnerships and prosperity

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Highlights the work being done by the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation to create opportunities for Indigenous investment in major natural resources, agriculture, telecommunications and... More ≫

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Highlights the work being done by the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation to create opportunities for Indigenous investment in major natural resources, agriculture, telecommunications and transportation projects.

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Diversified electricity generation : powering Alberta’s future ESG performance

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This fact sheet looks at how Alberta is enabling large-scale diversified electricity generation through its open and deregulated power grid. Alberta's deregulated market structure and stable... More ≫

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This fact sheet looks at how Alberta is enabling large-scale diversified electricity generation through its open and deregulated power grid. Alberta's deregulated market structure and stable policy environment continue to support the rapid growth of the renewable energy industry in the province, which has also had a positive effect on lowering emission levels.

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