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Higher ground : a tourism sector strategy

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To support a growing visitor economy, Alberta has launched a long-term provincial tourism strategy to share Alberta's story and history with the world. The tourism strategy will help Alberta's... More ≫

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To support a growing visitor economy, Alberta has launched a long-term provincial tourism strategy to share Alberta's story and history with the world. The tourism strategy will help Alberta's visitor economy reach $25 billion in yearly visitor expenditures by 2035. The strategy focuses on five key pillars of leadership and alignment, competitive product, people and careers, expansion of access, and Indigenous tourism to ensure that the provinces visitor economy reaches new heights.

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Writing-On-Stone Provincial Park management plan

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Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park (Áísínai’pi in the Blackfoot language) is globally recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site containing Indigenous rock art (petroglyphs and pictographs),... More ≫

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Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park (Áísínai’pi in the Blackfoot language) is globally recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site containing Indigenous rock art (petroglyphs and pictographs), significant landforms and archeological sites. This management plan guides sustainable use of the park, supporting outdoor recreation opportunities, Indigenous land uses and cultural experiences.

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Castle region tourism : strategy for Government of Alberta support of tourism development

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Tourism strategy that identifies Government of Alberta actions to help support the development of the Castle region as a successful sustainable tourism destination, becoming a more significant... More ≫

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Tourism strategy that identifies Government of Alberta actions to help support the development of the Castle region as a successful sustainable tourism destination, becoming a more significant contributor to a diversified economy.

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Tourism, Parks and Recreation business plan [2008 - 2014]

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As part of the Government of Alberta’s commitment to be open and accountable to the public, all ministries are required to prepare and make public three-year ministry business plans. The ministry... More ≫

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As part of the Government of Alberta’s commitment to be open and accountable to the public, all ministries are required to prepare and make public three-year ministry business plans. The ministry business plan encompasses the department and all consolidated entities, and aligns with the strategic direction of the Government of Alberta. Each business plan includes a description of the ministry, desired outcomes, priority initiatives, and performance measures and indicators. Current and forecast budgeting information for the planning period is also included.

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Eagle Point Blue Rapids Park System management plan

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As a framework for overall planning, the Management Plan provides background and descriptive information as well as proposed management objectives and strategies. It also serves to inspire the... More ≫

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As a framework for overall planning, the Management Plan provides background and descriptive information as well as proposed management objectives and strategies. It also serves to inspire the ethic in which the Eagle Point – Blue Rapids Park System was created: innovative ideas, environmental stewardship, recreation management and community collaboration. The Management Plan will be used primarily by: the Government of Alberta; the Eagle Point - Blue Rapids Parks Council; various stakeholders such as volunteers, leaseholders, and special interest groups; and the general public.

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Summer use trail master plan: Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park

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The purpose of this summer use trail master plan is to provide the Canmore Nordic Centre with a strategy for making improvements in the park to ensure environmental protection and visitor enjoyment.

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West Yellowhead Corridor Regional Integrated Decision

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This decision designates nine nodes of public land for commercial recreation and tourism development in the West Yellowhead Corridor of Alberta. The land management decision is a refinement of the... More ≫

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This decision designates nine nodes of public land for commercial recreation and tourism development in the West Yellowhead Corridor of Alberta. The land management decision is a refinement of the 1990 Coal Branch Sub-Regional Integrated Resource Plan and provides greater provincial land and resource management direction for municipal area structure planning. The coordination of commercial recreation and tourism activities within designated nodes addresses orderly development within the West Yellowhead Corridor in an effort to maintain the natural values of the area that are the foundation of recreation experiences.

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Tourism, Parks, Recreation and Culture business plan [2007]

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As part of the Government of Alberta’s commitment to be open and accountable to the public, all ministries are required to prepare and make public three-year ministry business plans. The ministry... More ≫

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As part of the Government of Alberta’s commitment to be open and accountable to the public, all ministries are required to prepare and make public three-year ministry business plans. The ministry business plan encompasses the department and all consolidated entities, and aligns with the strategic direction of the Government of Alberta. Each business plan includes a description of the ministry, desired outcomes, priority initiatives, and performance measures and indicators. Current and forecast budgeting information for the planning period is also included.

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Sundance Provincial Park management plan

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Sundance Provincial Park is located in the Foothills Natural Region of west central Alberta approximately 21 kilometres west of Edson. The Sundance Provincial Park Management Plan provides a... More ≫

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Sundance Provincial Park is located in the Foothills Natural Region of west central Alberta approximately 21 kilometres west of Edson. The Sundance Provincial Park Management Plan provides a long-term vision and day-to-day guidance for stewardship of the park. Staff of Alberta Environment, within the context of existing legislation and regulations, prepared the plan. It outlines the type and extent of outdoor recreation and tourism opportunities, facilities and services. The plan provides direction regarding the delivery of heritage appreciation programs that assist Albertans and visitors to understand and appreciate our natural heritage while ensuring its ongoing preservation. The management plan was developed with public input and is intended to provide for the periodic review and revision to reflect the current thinking of Albertans on how our natural heritage will be preserved for present and future generations. The Minister responsible for parks and protected areas has...

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Peter Lougheed & Spray Valley Provincial Parks management plan

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This plan guides management of Peter Lougheed and Spray Valley Provincial Parks consistent with legislation and policies that are in effect. The plan conforms with the existing Provincial Parks... More ≫

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This plan guides management of Peter Lougheed and Spray Valley Provincial Parks consistent with legislation and policies that are in effect. The plan conforms with the existing Provincial Parks Act, other related legislation and the Kananaskis Country Recreation Policy 1999. The plan will be reviewed from time to time to ensure that it remains consistent with current legislation and policy. This plan provides a statement of management intent and objectives for the area. In addition, it identifies permissible public recreation activities, related facilities and provides guidelines for their future management and development. It also recognizes existing dispositions for hydro electric power generation, as well as the desirability of maintaining viable recreation/tourism and business opportunities in the area. While this plan focuses on the management of Peter Lougheed and Spray Valley Provincial Parks, regional and valley-wide perspectives have been considered to ensure proper...

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