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Land-use framework workbook survey results

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This report presents a summary of the findings gathered through the Land Use Framework Workbook survey. The workbook survey sought to provide all Albertans with the opportunity to provide their... More ≫

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This report presents a summary of the findings gathered through the Land Use Framework Workbook survey. The workbook survey sought to provide all Albertans with the opportunity to provide their views and perceptions on land-use management in Alberta, and to assist the GoA in drafting the Land Use Framework.

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Land-Use Framework Workbook summary report

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The Land-use Framework is a cross-ministerial initiative which will set forth an approach to manage Alberta's public and private lands and resources thereby guiding the government in achieving... More ≫

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The Land-use Framework is a cross-ministerial initiative which will set forth an approach to manage Alberta's public and private lands and resources thereby guiding the government in achieving Alberta's long-term social, economic and environmental goals. To aid in the development of the framework, a workbook instrument was distributed to provide all Albertans with the opportunity to provide their views and perceptions on land-use management in Alberta. This summary report encapsulates the findings derived from the Workbook submissions.

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Northern rivers ecosystem initiative : synthesis report

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This synthesis report builds on information generated during the Northern River Basins Study. It presents information from the Northern River Ecosystem Initiative to give a new benchmark on the... More ≫

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This synthesis report builds on information generated during the Northern River Basins Study. It presents information from the Northern River Ecosystem Initiative to give a new benchmark on the present health of the northern river basins. The report also provides an update on development in the basins, and describes initiatives, policies, partnerships, regulations, monitoring, research and other programs implemented to protect the environment. Results of more than 20 scientific projects undertaken during the five-year study are summarized, and a discussion and conclusions about what has been learned is presented.

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Northern rivers ecosystem initiative 1998-2003 : final report

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The Northern Rivers Ecosystem Initiative (NREI) was a five-year endeavor by the governments of Canada, Alberta, and the Northwest Territories to address commitments made by the three governments... More ≫

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The Northern Rivers Ecosystem Initiative (NREI) was a five-year endeavor by the governments of Canada, Alberta, and the Northwest Territories to address commitments made by the three governments in response to the preceding Northern River Basins Study (NRBS). The NRBS was itself a five-year initiative to obtain information regarding the existing conditions in, and the effects of development on, the aquatic ecosystem of the Peace-Athabasca-Slave river basins. The NREI involved scientists and resource managers from governments, universities, industry, and other organizations. Highlights of their actions are included in this report, with further detail available in various technical science reports.

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Northern rivers ecosystem initiative : key findings

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The governments of Canada, Alberta and the Northwest Territories established the Northern Rivers Ecosystem Initiative to answer questions and address recommendations from the Northern River Basins... More ≫

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The governments of Canada, Alberta and the Northwest Territories established the Northern Rivers Ecosystem Initiative to answer questions and address recommendations from the Northern River Basins Study, which took place between 1992 and 1996. The initiative was a science-based effort to gain more information to help understand the impacts of human activities on aquatic ecosystems in this region of Canada's north. This resource provides a general summary of the findings of the initiative. It also included are references to other studies and monitoring programs done during these years.

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An evaluation of alternative & innovative regulatory approaches for environmental management in Alberta

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Presents the results of a study commissioned by Alberta Environment to examine alternative and innovative regulatory mechanisms for potential use in Alberta. Reports on the results of stakeholder... More ≫

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Presents the results of a study commissioned by Alberta Environment to examine alternative and innovative regulatory mechanisms for potential use in Alberta. Reports on the results of stakeholder interviews and a literature survey, identifies possible alternative mechanisms for Alberta, and details a proposed alternative regulatory mechanisms for possible testing in Alberta.

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Environmentally significant areas inventory of the Rocky Mountain Natural Region of Alberta : final report

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The purpose of this study was to identify, map, and describe environmentally significant areas of the Rocky Mountain Natural Region of Alberta.

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Environment views

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Environment Views was published bimonthly by Alberta Environment. Each issue dealt with a specific topic from various viewpoints with the aim of increasing awareness of environmental issues among... More ≫

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Environment Views was published bimonthly by Alberta Environment. Each issue dealt with a specific topic from various viewpoints with the aim of increasing awareness of environmental issues among Albertans.

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