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Endangered pine directive : mountain pine beetle infested stands

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The purpose of this directive is to outline the process and procedures for determining the designation of endangered timber on pine volumes within stands infested with mountain pine beetle within... More ≫

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The purpose of this directive is to outline the process and procedures for determining the designation of endangered timber on pine volumes within stands infested with mountain pine beetle within the Inactive Holding Zone.

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Agriculture and Forestry annual report

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The annual report of the ministry of Agriculture and Forestry contains financial information of the ministry and a comparison of actual performance results to desired results set out in the... More ≫

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The annual report of the ministry of Agriculture and Forestry contains financial information of the ministry and a comparison of actual performance results to desired results set out in the ministry business plan, which was published as part of the previous year's budget. The report also includes financial statements for the entities making up the ministry and for which the minister is responsible.

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Technical standards and specification manual for natural gas distribution systems in Alberta. 7th edition

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The Technical Standards Manual covers the key aspects of safety, design, construction and operation, which the Chief Officer (as defined in the Gas Distribution Act) considers necessary for the... More ≫

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The Technical Standards Manual covers the key aspects of safety, design, construction and operation, which the Chief Officer (as defined in the Gas Distribution Act) considers necessary for the controlled, coordinated development of gas distribution pipeline infrastructure throughout Alberta so as to serve the largest number of Albertans in an efficient, safe and economical way. Appropriate technical resources, including the use of qualified gas distribution professionals, are required to aid in its interpretation.

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Low-pressure natural gas distribution pipelines : roles and responsibilities

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Provides direction for the ongoing safety and operational concerns of infrastructure associated with rural gas utilities and low-pressure distribution pipelines under the Gas Distribution Act. The... More ≫

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Provides direction for the ongoing safety and operational concerns of infrastructure associated with rural gas utilities and low-pressure distribution pipelines under the Gas Distribution Act. The document recognizes the AUC's jurisdiction under the Gas Utilities Act, specifically in areas where there is a potential for overlapping or conflicting direction provided by the legislation and/or Chief Officer under the Gas Distribution Act and Alberta Utilities Commission under the Gas Utilities Act.

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General rates of timber [2021]

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Monthly notice of the general rate of timber dues for timber that is used to make lumber, pulp or roundwood products, including the portion of dues collected by the Forest Resource Improvement... More ≫

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Monthly notice of the general rate of timber dues for timber that is used to make lumber, pulp or roundwood products, including the portion of dues collected by the Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta (“FRIAA”). Timber dues and other fees associated with timber dispositions are collected by the province to ensure that Albertans receive fair compensation for the use of publicly-owned forest resources. The timber dues rates applied are based on current market and financial conditions are can be found in Table 1 of the Timber Dues Ministerial Order.

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Directive – timber forms

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The Timber Forms Directive outlines the minimum reporting requirements and respective forms or records to be used for forest business, timber operations and the transportation or movement of... More ≫

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The Timber Forms Directive outlines the minimum reporting requirements and respective forms or records to be used for forest business, timber operations and the transportation or movement of timber volume as outlined in the Forests Act and the regulations under the Act.

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Edson Forest Products (West Fraser) timber harvest planning and operating ground rules [2021]

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This document outlines the ground rules which apply to the area outlined in Forest Management Agreement 9700032. Ground rules are the practices used in planning and conducting timber harvesting... More ≫

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This document outlines the ground rules which apply to the area outlined in Forest Management Agreement 9700032. Ground rules are the practices used in planning and conducting timber harvesting operations. They constitute the methods used to implement decisions made in forest management plans and other higher-level plans such as integrated resource plans. Ground rules establish practices that minimize the chance of negative effects from timber harvesting and forest management operations and activities.

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Scaling standards of Alberta [2021]

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The Scaling Standards of Alberta provides the standards of measurement used to determine the quantity and quality of timber harvested in Alberta. In addition, the standards provide information... More ≫

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The Scaling Standards of Alberta provides the standards of measurement used to determine the quantity and quality of timber harvested in Alberta. In addition, the standards provide information about compiling and reporting harvest data and describes non-standard scale methods used to estimate volumes of decked and stacked timber. These standards are authorized and posted under sections 2(1) and 2(2) of the Forests (Ministerial) Regulation, pursuant to Section 5(e) of the Forests Act.

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Directive - personal use forest products permit

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Albertans may harvest trees on Crown land for personal use, and must obtain a Personal Use Forest Products Permit to do so. The Personal Use Forest Products Directive outlines the primary timber... More ≫

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Albertans may harvest trees on Crown land for personal use, and must obtain a Personal Use Forest Products Permit to do so. The Personal Use Forest Products Directive outlines the primary timber products and the associated quantities available for cutting and removal under the authorization of a Personal Use Forest Products Permit, along with additional permit issuance details. This Directive is authorized under section 67 of the Timber Management Regulation.

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Annual status of reforestation in Alberta report

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The Government of Alberta, through the Department of Agriculture and Forestry (AF), regulates forest management on the Crown Land of Alberta. Reforestation in Alberta is the responsibility, by... More ≫

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The Government of Alberta, through the Department of Agriculture and Forestry (AF), regulates forest management on the Crown Land of Alberta. Reforestation in Alberta is the responsibility, by law, of those who harvest trees on Crown Land. Companies that harvest trees are required to report the result of their reforestation activities to the government annually (by May 15). Reforestation activities and their associated results are audited annually by AF and this information is used to ensure that forestry activities are conducted in a sustainable manner and in compliance with legislation.

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