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Freshwater monitoring : a case study : an educational field study for Grade 8 and 9 students

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This is a curriculum-connected full-day study of the Elbow River with multidisciplinary preparatory and post-activity support. The intent of this program is to provide a hands-on, engaging outdoor... More ≫

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This is a curriculum-connected full-day study of the Elbow River with multidisciplinary preparatory and post-activity support. The intent of this program is to provide a hands-on, engaging outdoor component, which will meet the needs of grades 8, Unit E: Freshwater and Saltwater Systems and grade 9, Unit C: Environmental Chemistry. This program is also written to achieve the mandate of the Alberta Government - Tourism, Parks, and Recreation and also addresses the four program goals of preservation, outdoor recreation, heritage appreciation, and heritage tourism. The preparatory activities are designed to prepare students for an off-site visit to the Elbow River. The preparatory activities focus on introducing students to the watershed monitoring area, related vocabulary, to water testing procedures, and to the expectations of safe and appropriate student behaviour within a protected area. These activities also attempt to further students‟ ability to make predictions, and encourage...

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City charters : overview package

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City Charters will be drafted for Calgary and Edmonton to address the evolving needs, responsibilities and capabilities of the two big cities in a manner that best meets the needs of their... More ≫

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City Charters will be drafted for Calgary and Edmonton to address the evolving needs, responsibilities and capabilities of the two big cities in a manner that best meets the needs of their communities. City Charters will be developed through regulation under the Municipal Government Act (MGA).

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Age-friendly Alberta. City of Calgary community profile

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On October 23, 2015, the Government of Alberta recognized the City of Calgary for its efforts towards creating an age-friendly community for residents. Age-friendly communities promote healthy and... More ≫

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On October 23, 2015, the Government of Alberta recognized the City of Calgary for its efforts towards creating an age-friendly community for residents. Age-friendly communities promote healthy and active aging. People in age-friendly communities are supported in maintaining their independence, and can access public buildings and amenities, participate in community events and initiatives, and acquire the supports and services they need.

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Alberta Transportation request for proposals for the design, build, finance, operate of southwest Calgary ring road, city of Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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Request for highway contractors to provide proposals for the design, building, financing and operation of the Southwest Leg of the Calgary Ring Road.

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Potential flood storage schemes in the Bow River basin

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The report provides a high level, conceptual assessment of flood storage opportunities within the Bow River basin upstream of Calgary that would provide protection to the City of Calgary and other... More ≫

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The report provides a high level, conceptual assessment of flood storage opportunities within the Bow River basin upstream of Calgary that would provide protection to the City of Calgary and other stakeholders from floods with a similar magnitude to the June 2013 flood event. Eleven potential flood storage locations are identified along with their characteristics and some technical information.

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Alberta Transportation request for qualifications for the design, build, finance, operate of southwest Calgary ring road being the southwest leg of the ring road for the city of Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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Request for highway contractors to provide qualifications for the design, building, financing and operation of the Southwest Leg of the Calgary Ring Road.

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Benefit/cost analysis of flood mitigation projects for the City of Calgary : Springbank off-stream flood storage

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A benefit-cost analysis of the Springbank Off-stream Reservoir was conducted using updated flood damage curves developed through the Provincial Flood Damage Assessment Study.

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Benefit/cost analysis of flood mitigation projects for the City of Calgary : McLean Creek flood storage

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A benefit-cost analysis of the McLean Creek Dry Dam was conducted using updated flood damage curves developed through the Provincial Flood Damage Assessment Study.

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Benefit/cost analysis of flood mitigation projects for the City of Calgary : Glenmore Reservoir diversion

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A benefit-cost analysis of the Glenmore Reservoir Diversion was conducted using updated flood damage curves developed through the Provincial Flood Damage Assessment Study.

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Provincial flood damage assessment study City of Calgary : assessment of flood damages

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As part of a provincial flood damage assessment study, the City of Calgary was identified as a high priority centre and selected as the pilot municipality for the updating of flood damage curves... More ≫

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As part of a provincial flood damage assessment study, the City of Calgary was identified as a high priority centre and selected as the pilot municipality for the updating of flood damage curves and development of a Rapid Flood Damage Assessment Model. The primary purpose of this study is to estimate flood damages for a range of flood events such that average annual damages can be computed and employed in a subsequent benefit/cost analysis of potential flood mitigation alternatives.

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