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Cyanobacterial blooms in Alberta recreational waters

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Cyanobacteria (also referred to as blue-green algae) are common photosynthetic bacteria that live in surface waters. Under favorable conditions, such as warm water and high nutrient content, these... More ≫

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Cyanobacteria (also referred to as blue-green algae) are common photosynthetic bacteria that live in surface waters. Under favorable conditions, such as warm water and high nutrient content, these bacteria can form nuisance “blooms”. The presence of blooms in recreational water causes unpleasant aesthetics and exposure to some toxin-producing blooms may pose potential health risks. Contact with blooms can cause skin rashes and irritation, itchy eyes, and ear infections. Inhaling water may cause allergic-like reactions, runny noses or sore throats. Ingestion of toxins can cause a range of symptoms (e.g., hepatotoxic or neurotoxic effects, and even death). There has been increased public awareness as a result of research over the past 20 years, recent monitoring efforts, and increased public education on the topic. In 2009, Alberta Health and Alberta Health Services began seasonal monitoring for cyanobacterial blooms at high use recreational beaches. In 2019, beach operators took over...

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Unpaid annual rentals on oil and gas leases

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This fact sheet by the Farmers' Advocate Office provides information on what to do when a company fails to make annual surface lease payments to landowners in Alberta.

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The language of insolvency

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This fact sheet by the Farmers' Advocate Office provides information on insolvency, secured creditor, trustee, receivership, bankruptcy, and bankruptcy protection as it relates to landowner... More ≫

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This fact sheet by the Farmers' Advocate Office provides information on insolvency, secured creditor, trustee, receivership, bankruptcy, and bankruptcy protection as it relates to landowner compensation for surface leases in Alberta.

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Understanding reclamation

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This fact sheet by the Farmers' Advocate Office describes the land reclamation process in Alberta and explains the rights of landowners in the process.

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What you need to know about communications towers

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This fact sheet by the Farmers' Advocate Office provides information for landowners regarding the installation and regulation of telecommunications towers. Telecommunications towers may include... More ≫

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This fact sheet by the Farmers' Advocate Office provides information for landowners regarding the installation and regulation of telecommunications towers. Telecommunications towers may include cell towers, wireless internet towers, and oil and gas communications towers.

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Liability management in the energy sector

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This fact sheet by the Farmers' Advocate Office summarizes information about liability management in the energy sector in Alberta.

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Clubroot and energy & utility developments

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This fact sheet by the Farmers' Advocate Office provides information on the Alberta Clubroot Management Plan and the responsibilities of energy and utility operators for the management of clubroot.

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The lifecycle of an energy development

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This one-page fact sheet by the Farmers' Advocate Office presents a flow chart outlining the lifecycle of an energy development project In Alberta from original geophysical exploration to... More ≫

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This one-page fact sheet by the Farmers' Advocate Office presents a flow chart outlining the lifecycle of an energy development project In Alberta from original geophysical exploration to reclamation and remediation.

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Landowner rights on freehold mineral ownership

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This fact sheet by the Farmers' Advocate Office explains the rights and responsibilities of landowners in cases of freehold mineral ownership in Alberta.

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Taxation on freehold mineral rights

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This one-page fact sheet by the Farmers' Advocate Office provides information on freehold mineral taxation In Alberta.

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