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Status of surface water quantity, Lower Athabasca Region, Alberta

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This report presents a summary of annual streamflow on the Lower Athabasca River and water use by the mineable oil sands sector and other licensed users, relative to weekly management limits, and... More ≫

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This report presents a summary of annual streamflow on the Lower Athabasca River and water use by the mineable oil sands sector and other licensed users, relative to weekly management limits, and provides analyses of six of the seven adaptive management triggers. This evaluation fulfills commitments for public reporting outlined in the Lower Athabasca Region Surface Water Quantity Management Framework.

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Status of surface water quality, Lower Athabasca Region, Alberta

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This report was prepared to fulfill reporting requirements mandated by the Lower Athabasca Region Surface Water Quality Management Framework for the Lower Athabasca River, which supports the Lower... More ≫

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This report was prepared to fulfill reporting requirements mandated by the Lower Athabasca Region Surface Water Quality Management Framework for the Lower Athabasca River, which supports the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan. Each annual report communicates the status of surface water quality at the Athabasca River at Old Fort monitoring site for the calendar year indicated.

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Wapiti River Water Management Plan

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The stakeholder developed Wapiti River Water Management Plan provides water allocation guidance as a Water Conservation Objective, which balances water consumption, protection of the aquatic... More ≫

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The stakeholder developed Wapiti River Water Management Plan provides water allocation guidance as a Water Conservation Objective, which balances water consumption, protection of the aquatic environment, and allows for economic growth now and into the future.

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Guide to source water protection planning : protecting sources of drinking water in Alberta

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The growing challenges of ensuring safe, reliable drinking water in Alberta have increased the need for a more integrated, collaborative approach to minimize water treatment costs, reduce public... More ≫

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The growing challenges of ensuring safe, reliable drinking water in Alberta have increased the need for a more integrated, collaborative approach to minimize water treatment costs, reduce public health risks and protect drinking water sources. In 2018, the Government of Alberta partnered with the Alberta Water Council to form a multi-sector project team to provide guidance for protecting sources of drinking water in Alberta. This guide provides advice on how to protect drinking water sources through source water protection planning.

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2017 status of surface water quality, Lower Athabasca Region, Alberta

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This report presents monthly water quality results from the Old Fort monitoring station, Athabasca River, Alberta for 2017. These data are provided to fulfill reporting requirements mandated by... More ≫

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This report presents monthly water quality results from the Old Fort monitoring station, Athabasca River, Alberta for 2017. These data are provided to fulfill reporting requirements mandated by the Surface Water Quality Management Framework, which supports the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan.

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2017 status of surface water quantity, Lower Athabasca Region, Alberta

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This report presents a summary of 2017 streamflow on the Lower Athabasca River and water use by the mineable oil sands sector and other licensed users, relative to weekly management limits, and... More ≫

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This report presents a summary of 2017 streamflow on the Lower Athabasca River and water use by the mineable oil sands sector and other licensed users, relative to weekly management limits, and provides analyses of adaptive management triggers. This evaluation fulfills commitments for public reporting outlined in the Lower Athabasca Region Surface Water Quality Management Framework.

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2016 status of surface water quality, Lower Athabasca Region, Alberta for January 2016 – December 2016

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Presents results of monthly monitoring of water quality indicators at the Old Fort monitoring station on the Athabasca River for 2016, and reports whether water quality triggers or limits were... More ≫

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Presents results of monthly monitoring of water quality indicators at the Old Fort monitoring station on the Athabasca River for 2016, and reports whether water quality triggers or limits were exceeded during this period. The report was prepared by Environmental Monitoring and Science Division of Alberta Environment and Parks to fulfill reporting requirements mandated by the Surface Water Quality Management Framework, which supports the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan.

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2015 and 2016 status of surface water quantity, Lower Athabasca Region, Alberta

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This document reports a summary of results for indicators and triggers established in the Lower Athabasca Region Surface Water Quantity Management framework for the Lower Athabasca River, from the... More ≫

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This document reports a summary of results for indicators and triggers established in the Lower Athabasca Region Surface Water Quantity Management framework for the Lower Athabasca River, from the time the framework took effect in October 2015 until the end of 2016.

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2015 status of surface water quality Lower Athabasca Region, Alberta for January 2015 - December 2015

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Prepared by Alberta Environment and Parks (AEP) Environmental Monitoring and Science Division, this report presents monthly water quality results from the Old Fort monitoring station, Athabasca... More ≫

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Prepared by Alberta Environment and Parks (AEP) Environmental Monitoring and Science Division, this report presents monthly water quality results from the Old Fort monitoring station, Athabasca River, Alberta for 2015.

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Approved water management plan for the Battle River Basin (Alberta)

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This plan is the Approved Water Management Plan for the Battle River Basin (Alberta) and provides direction for the management of surface water and groundwater that has hydrologic connection to... More ≫

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This plan is the Approved Water Management Plan for the Battle River Basin (Alberta) and provides direction for the management of surface water and groundwater that has hydrologic connection to surface water within the Battle River Basin. The recommended options and strategies presented in this plan were developed through a Stakeholder Advisory Group, and are designed to strike a balance between a healthy aquatic ecosystem, a vibrant economy, and sustainable communities. Primary emphasis is placed on the need to live within the carrying capacity of the watershed, and the need to improve the health of the aquatic ecosystem.

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