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Muskeg River watershed management framework second annual report

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In 2008, Alberta Environment adopted a management framework for the Muskeg River watershed. The management framework defines criteria for evaluation of water quantity and water quality in the... More ≫

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In 2008, Alberta Environment adopted a management framework for the Muskeg River watershed. The management framework defines criteria for evaluation of water quantity and water quality in the Muskeg River watershed. Observed conditions are compared against scientifically established limits that have been developed specifically for the Muskeg River Watershed. These limits are based on data collected within the watershed, as well as more broad information on streamflow, water quality and requirements of the aquatic ecosystem. One of the key recommendations of the management framework was the development of an integrated monitoring program for the Muskeg River watershed to coordinate offlease monitoring activities that are currently conducted by individual companies and Alberta Environment. The main purpose of the integrated monitoring plan is to support the recommendations of the management framework which specify targets and limits for water quality and water quantity. This report...

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Alberta report (interim) on South Saskatchewan River Basin water-sharing with Saskatchewan in 2010 under the Master Agreement on apportionment

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This report provides an interim summary Alberta's performance in meeting the requirements of the Master Agreement on Apportionment in 2010 in the South Saskatchewan River Basin. It also describes... More ≫

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This report provides an interim summary Alberta's performance in meeting the requirements of the Master Agreement on Apportionment in 2010 in the South Saskatchewan River Basin. It also describes the water supply and demand situation over the course of the year.

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Working well : clean water. Well protected [2009-2011]

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Private water well owners in Alberta are responsible for managing and maintaining their water wells. The Working Well program, and these fact sheets, provides well owners with information to... More ≫

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Private water well owners in Alberta are responsible for managing and maintaining their water wells. The Working Well program, and these fact sheets, provides well owners with information to properly care for their wells.

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Alberta Environment guide to groundwater authorization [2011]

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In Alberta, water is owned by the Crown and its use is regulated by Alberta Environment under the Water Act. The general procedure to obtain the authorization under the Water Act to divert water... More ≫

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In Alberta, water is owned by the Crown and its use is regulated by Alberta Environment under the Water Act. The general procedure to obtain the authorization under the Water Act to divert water is described in the Guidelines for Licensing Water Diversion Projects. The goal of this updated Guide to Groundwater Authorization is to clarify the process applicants must follow when applying to divert groundwater.

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Alternative water supply storage & management methods : adding tools to Alberta’s water toolbox

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To meet the Water for Life strategy's third goal to provide reliable, quality water supplies for a sustainable economy Alberta's water, managers and agencies may consider many potential sources of... More ≫

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To meet the Water for Life strategy's third goal to provide reliable, quality water supplies for a sustainable economy Alberta's water, managers and agencies may consider many potential sources of water and a wide array of supply storage and management methods. In 2008, Alberta Environment and Water commissioned a review of methods for water supply storage and management that have never or rarely been used in Alberta. All the methods in the report are applicable to Alberta's mountain and prairie regions and all have been used in other parts of the world.

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Alberta report (final) on South Saskatchewan River Basin water-sharing with Saskatchewan in 2009 under the Master Agreement on apportionment

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This report summarizes Alberta's performance in 2009 in meeting the requirements of the Master Agreement on Apportionment for the South Saskatchewan River Basin. This report relies on the data... More ≫

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This report summarizes Alberta's performance in 2009 in meeting the requirements of the Master Agreement on Apportionment for the South Saskatchewan River Basin. This report relies on the data provided in the Prairie Provinces Water Board's annual report for 2009, which contains the official water quantity and quality results for the year.

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Facts about water in Alberta

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This book was developed to inform Albertans about the province’s water, and some current challenges facing our water resources. It outlines where our water comes from, who uses water in the... More ≫

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This book was developed to inform Albertans about the province’s water, and some current challenges facing our water resources. It outlines where our water comes from, who uses water in the province, and how water quality and quantity is managed.

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South Saskatchewan regional plan : water quantity and quality modelling results

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This report describes water allocation and water quality modelling work carried out in-house by Alberta Environment in 2009 and early 2010 to support the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan. It... More ≫

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This report describes water allocation and water quality modelling work carried out in-house by Alberta Environment in 2009 and early 2010 to support the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan. It outlines the results generated by the models and includes a summary of hydroclimate modelling results carried out under contract by Golder Associates.

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Water for life : action plan

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The Water for Life strategy outlines the Government of Alberta's commitments to manage and safeguard Alberta's water resources. The strategy has been the vehicle for managing Alberta's precious... More ≫

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The Water for Life strategy outlines the Government of Alberta's commitments to manage and safeguard Alberta's water resources. The strategy has been the vehicle for managing Alberta's precious water resources since its release in 2003. The goals and key directions outlined in the Strategy will be achieved through the Water for Life action plan, which is designed to ensure achievable and timely outcomes that reflect growing pressures on the province's water supplies.

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Muskeg River watershed integrated water quality monitoring program [First] annual report

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In 2008, Alberta Environment adopted a management framework for the Muskeg River watershed. The management framework defines criteria for evaluation of water quantity and water quality in the... More ≫

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In 2008, Alberta Environment adopted a management framework for the Muskeg River watershed. The management framework defines criteria for evaluation of water quantity and water quality in the Muskeg River watershed. Observed conditions are compared against scientifically established limits that have been developed specifically for the Muskeg River Watershed. These limits are based on data collected within the watershed, as well as more broad information on streamflow, water quality and requirements of the aquatic ecosystem. One of the key recommendations of the management framework was the development of an integrated monitoring program for the Muskeg River watershed to coordinate offlease monitoring activities that are currently conducted by individual companies and Alberta Environment. The main purpose of the integrated monitoring plan is to support the recommendations of the management framework which specify targets and limits for water quality and water quantity.

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