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Curly leaf pondweed (Potamogeton crispus)

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This alert provides information on curly lead pondweed, an invasive plant species that was confirmed for the first time in the South Saskatchewan River at Medicine Hat. The fact sheet includes a... More ≫

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This alert provides information on curly lead pondweed, an invasive plant species that was confirmed for the first time in the South Saskatchewan River at Medicine Hat. The fact sheet includes a description of curly leaf pondweed, why it is of concern, and what Albertans can do to help stop the spread.

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Filarial worms in wild mammals in Alberta

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Provides information on the occurrence of filarial worms in wildlife in Alberta. Includes information on their significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for wildlife management,... More ≫

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Provides information on the occurrence of filarial worms in wildlife in Alberta. Includes information on their significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for wildlife management, public significance, and why prevention or control is unnecessary. One in a series of fact sheets on common parasites and diseases of fishes and wildlife in Alberta.

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Oral papilloma virus

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Provides information on the occurrence of oral papilloma virus in wildlife in Alberta. Includes information on their significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for wildlife... More ≫

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Provides information on the occurrence of oral papilloma virus in wildlife in Alberta. Includes information on their significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for wildlife management, public significance, and why prevention or control is unnecessary. One in a series of fact sheets on common parasites and diseases of fishes and wildlife in Alberta.

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Lungworms in wildlife in Alberta

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Provides information on the occurrence of lungworms in wildlife in Alberta. Includes information on their significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for wildlife management, public... More ≫

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Provides information on the occurrence of lungworms in wildlife in Alberta. Includes information on their significance, transmission cycle, distribution, importance for wildlife management, public significance, and why prevention or control is unnecessary. One in a series of fact sheets on common parasites and diseases of fishes and wildlife in Alberta.

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Alberta's drought response plan : preparing the province for drought

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Alberta’s Drought Response Plan is designed to help government, irrigators, communities, businesses and others respond quickly and effectively to drought. The objective of each action in the plan... More ≫

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Alberta’s Drought Response Plan is designed to help government, irrigators, communities, businesses and others respond quickly and effectively to drought. The objective of each action in the plan is to protect the health and safety of Albertans from the impacts of drought. This information sheet explains the five stages of drought response and drought response tools.

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Drought and flood protection program grant approvals

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Lists and describes approved grants under Round one of the Drought and Flood Protection Program. The program funds community-level projects that will protect public safety and critical... More ≫

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Lists and describes approved grants under Round one of the Drought and Flood Protection Program. The program funds community-level projects that will protect public safety and critical infrastructure from drought and floods. All approved projects are cost-shared, with the Government of Alberta covering up to 70% of total eligible costs and the grant recipient covering the remaining 30%.

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Raccoon roundworms

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Raccoon roundworms are quite new to Alberta but are likely to become more common wherever raccoons occur. This fact sheet provides basic information about the disease, its transmission cycle,... More ≫

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Raccoon roundworms are quite new to Alberta but are likely to become more common wherever raccoons occur. This fact sheet provides basic information about the disease, its transmission cycle, distribution in Alberta, importance for wildlife management, as well as its possible public significance and prevention/control methods.

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White-nose syndrome (WNS)

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Provides basic information about white-nose syndrome, a deadly fungal disease that causes significant mortality in bat species.

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Accessing water for household purposes in Alberta : municipal, water co-operatives and private systems

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The Water Act protects water being used for household purposes by providing a statutory right for household purposes and giving it top priority over all other uses of water. This fact sheet covers... More ≫

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The Water Act protects water being used for household purposes by providing a statutory right for household purposes and giving it top priority over all other uses of water. This fact sheet covers the three ways households may receive water including a municipal source, a water co-operative, or a private system.

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Species at risk implementation report : Rocky Creek Bull Trout Recovery Project

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This report summarizes the results of a reclamation project at Rocky Creek, a tributary to the Clearwater River. The project was initiated in 2017 to reduce sedimentation, to eliminate direct... More ≫

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This report summarizes the results of a reclamation project at Rocky Creek, a tributary to the Clearwater River. The project was initiated in 2017 to reduce sedimentation, to eliminate direct threats of recreational use of the area on bull trout habitat, and to monitor the response of the bull trout population.

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