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South Saskatchewan regional plan 2014-2024 : amended May 2018

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The South Saskatchewan Regional Plan establishes a long-term vision for the South Saskatchewan Region and aligns provincial policies at the regional level to balance Alberta's economic,... More ≫

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The South Saskatchewan Regional Plan establishes a long-term vision for the South Saskatchewan Region and aligns provincial policies at the regional level to balance Alberta's economic, environmental and social goals. The regional plan also includes strategies for responsible energy development, sustainable farming and ranching, recreation, forest management, and nature-based tourism. It has been established under the Alberta Land Stewardship Act, and the Land Use Framework. This version of the SSRP was amended in May 2018, and came into effect on May 31, 2018.

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South Saskatchewan regional plan 2014 - 2024

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The South Saskatchewan Regional Plan sets the stage for robust growth, vibrant communities and a healthy environment within the region over the next 50 years.

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Profile of the North Saskatchewan region

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This report provides an overview of key social, economic and environmental factors in the North Saskatchewan land-use region that need to be considered in developing a regional plan.

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Terms of reference for developing the North Saskatchewan Regional Plan

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This document specifies what is inside and outside of scope of a regional plan by providing guidance on the economic, environmental and social factors that are to be considered as the Regional... More ≫

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This document specifies what is inside and outside of scope of a regional plan by providing guidance on the economic, environmental and social factors that are to be considered as the Regional Advisory Council prepares its advice to Cabinet and as the Government of Alberta prepares the regional plan.

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Experimental economic evaluation of offset design options for Alberta : research report

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A conservation offset is a tool that enables industry to offset adverse effects of their activities and development by supporting conservation efforts on other lands. In 2009 the Government of... More ≫

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A conservation offset is a tool that enables industry to offset adverse effects of their activities and development by supporting conservation efforts on other lands. In 2009 the Government of Alberta commissioned a study to conduct an analysis of conservation offset options for Alberta. The objective of the study was to evaluate a suite of design options in terms of their ecological and economic impacts and their institutional feasibility. The purpose of the analysis is to provide a deeper understanding of the impact of different offset design options on policy goals, and demonstrate through a proof of concept how different policy options could work in a scaled-up regulated offset market. This report summarizes research on offset policy options carried out under the project.

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Experimental economic evaluation of offset design options for Alberta : a summary of results and policy recommendations

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A conservation offset is a tool that enables industry to offset adverse effects of their activities and development by supporting conservation efforts on other lands. In 2009 the Government of... More ≫

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A conservation offset is a tool that enables industry to offset adverse effects of their activities and development by supporting conservation efforts on other lands. In 2009 the Government of Alberta commissioned a study to conduct an analysis of conservation offset options for Alberta. The objective of the study was to evaluate a suite of design options in terms of their ecological and economic impacts and their institutional feasibility. The purpose of the analysis is to provide a deeper understanding of the impact of different offset design options on policy goals, and demonstrate through a proof of concept how different policy options could work in a scaled-up regulated offset market.

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Profile of the South Saskatchewan region

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This report provides an overview of key social, economic and environmental factors in the South Saskatchewan land-use region that need to be considered in developing a regional plan.

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Terms of reference for developing the South Saskatchewan region

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This document sets out the process by which the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan will be developed, and provides guidance from Cabinet on specific economic, environmental and social factors that... More ≫

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This document sets out the process by which the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan will be developed, and provides guidance from Cabinet on specific economic, environmental and social factors that must be considered.

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Profile of the Lower Athabasca region

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This report provides an overview of key social, economic and environmental factors in the Lower Athabasca land-use region that need to be considered in developing a regional plan.

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Terms of reference for developing the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan

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This document sets out the process by which the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan will be developed, and provides guidance from Cabinet on specific economic, environmental and social factors that must... More ≫

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This document sets out the process by which the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan will be developed, and provides guidance from Cabinet on specific economic, environmental and social factors that must be considered.

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