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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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Surface water allocation directive [DRAFT]

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Contains materials used in targeted information sessions for the Surface Water Allocation Directive internal operational policy. Sessions held in Calgary and Edmonton, October 1 and 2, 2018 for... More ≫

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Contains materials used in targeted information sessions for the Surface Water Allocation Directive internal operational policy. Sessions held in Calgary and Edmonton, October 1 and 2, 2018 for stakeholders involved in Water Act licence applications. Environmental non-governmental organizations also participated in the information sessions and information letters were sent to Indigenous organizations and communities. Feedback was also received through an online survey open from October 1 to November 9, 2018, and via email and letters, leading to in-person follow up meetings when requested. The final policy provides operational water allocation decision guidance based on scientifically defensible rulesets to address the cumulative effects of water diversions while considering economic objectives.

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Wildlife renewable energy protocols [DRAFT]

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Two DRAFT protocols were presented on and shared with participants of the Alberta Society of Professional Biologist Conference (ASPB) Conference on November 21st, 2019. DRAFT Post Construction... More ≫

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Two DRAFT protocols were presented on and shared with participants of the Alberta Society of Professional Biologist Conference (ASPB) Conference on November 21st, 2019. DRAFT Post Construction Monitoring Protocols, and DRAFT Bird Migration Survey Protocols.

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Alberta peregrine falcon recovery plan [DRAFT]

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The peregrine falcon, a migratory bird of prey once listed as Endangered, is now listed as Threatened in Alberta in recognition of an increasing population and demonstrated improvements in... More ≫

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The peregrine falcon, a migratory bird of prey once listed as Endangered, is now listed as Threatened in Alberta in recognition of an increasing population and demonstrated improvements in reproductive performance. The goals of this recovery plan include the attainment of a well-distributed, average population of 70 territorial pairs of peregrine falcons in Alberta by 2010. The DRAFT recovery plan outlines the associated outcome, progress measure and recovery action for each strategy.

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Northern pike and walleye management frameworks

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This framework summarizes information on the status, sustainability and management goals, objectives and regulations for northern pike in Alberta, and describes the strategic goals and tactical... More ≫

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This framework summarizes information on the status, sustainability and management goals, objectives and regulations for northern pike in Alberta, and describes the strategic goals and tactical objectives for managing recreational fisheries. The overarching goal for recreational fisheries management is to have Alberta's fisheries producing ecological, social and economic benefits for long-term sustainability and use.

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Walleye recreational fisheries management framework

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Summarizes the current information on the status, sustainability and management goals, objectives and regulations for walleyes in Alberta. The focus of this framework is to provide a diversity of... More ≫

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Summarizes the current information on the status, sustainability and management goals, objectives and regulations for walleyes in Alberta. The focus of this framework is to provide a diversity of recreational angling opportunities across Alberta, as well as meeting the primary objectives of conserving biodiversity and providing for indigenous fishing rights and opportunities.

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Northern pike recreational fisheries management framework

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Alberta Environment and Parks Policy and Operations Divisions for Fisheries Management have identified the need to update the province’s Fisheries Management Program to align with Alberta’s Fish... More ≫

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Alberta Environment and Parks Policy and Operations Divisions for Fisheries Management have identified the need to update the province’s Fisheries Management Program to align with Alberta’s Fish Conservation and Management Strategy. As part of this fisheries management initiative, a draft was developed for Recreational Fisheries Management Frameworks for Northern Pike and Walleye. In Phase One of this project, public feedback received on key management questions. In Phase Two, feedback on these draft management frameworks. In Phase Three, consultation on some of the waters where fish populations are at a low to moderate risk status for long-term sustainability, and where new Recreational Fisheries Management Objectives (RFMO) are being proposed.

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Going the distance : the Alberta sport plan 2014-2024

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Going the Distance provides a coordinated approach to advancing sport in Alberta. It introduces a framework that sets the direction for all stakeholders that are committed to realizing the... More ≫

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Going the Distance provides a coordinated approach to advancing sport in Alberta. It introduces a framework that sets the direction for all stakeholders that are committed to realizing the positive impacts of sport for individuals and communities across Alberta.

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Respecting our rivers : Alberta's approach to flood mitigation

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Through various mitigation efforts, we can provide layers of resiliency against flooding, reduce negative downstream impacts and bring together projects at the regional and local levels. Seven key... More ≫

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Through various mitigation efforts, we can provide layers of resiliency against flooding, reduce negative downstream impacts and bring together projects at the regional and local levels. Seven key elements will guide our approach to mitigation: watershed management, flood modelling and warning systems, risk management policies, water management and mitigation infrastructure, erosion control, local initiatives, and individual initiatives.

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OH Ranch heritage rangeland management plan [2010]

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This document provides a framework for the overall management of OH Ranch Heritage Rangeland for a ten-year period commencing on the approval date of this plan. This management plan and the... More ≫

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This document provides a framework for the overall management of OH Ranch Heritage Rangeland for a ten-year period commencing on the approval date of this plan. This management plan and the direction it contains applies to the public land within OH Ranch Heritage Rangeland. This document has been developed in coordination and consultation with all of the partners involved in OH Ranch Heritage Rangeland management. Management direction specific to the private land under conservation easement is contained in the approved conservation easement agreements registered on the title of those lands. The management direction for the private land under conservation easement agreements was developed to be complimentary and consistent with the management direction of this management plan.

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