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Environment and Sustainable Resource Development Operations Regions

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These boundaries are kept for historic purposes only. The Environment and Sustainable Resource Development Operations Regions dataset is comprised of all the polygons that represent the operations... More ≫

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These boundaries are kept for historic purposes only. The Environment and Sustainable Resource Development Operations Regions dataset is comprised of all the polygons that represent the operations regions established for the Ministry of Environment and Parks to provide environmentally responsible services and management of the province's sustainable resources. Environment and Sustainable Resource Development Operations Regions were approved and effective May 29, 2013. These regions were made obsolete when the Ministry of Environment and Parks split into the Ministry of Forestry and Parks and the Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas.

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Environmental assessment program: Alberta's environmental assessment process

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Presents an overview of the environmental assessment process. The purpose of an environmental assessment is to gather information about the consequences of a proposed project, provide an... More ≫

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Presents an overview of the environmental assessment process. The purpose of an environmental assessment is to gather information about the consequences of a proposed project, provide an opportunity for people who may be affected by a proposed project to express concerns, and to support sustainable development.

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Industrial heartland designated industrial zone : non-methane hydrocarbons as an additional indicator

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Designated Industrial Zones in Alberta are areas targeted for strategic investment and development of clustered industrial development and economic diversification. Management goals for Designated... More ≫

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Designated Industrial Zones in Alberta are areas targeted for strategic investment and development of clustered industrial development and economic diversification. Management goals for Designated Industrial Zones include regulatory streamlining, cluster infrastructure development, and the minimization of cumulative effects on the environment. This document summarizes how non-methane hydrocarbons will be monitored to evaluate whether environmental outcomes for air quality are being met in the designated industrial zone.

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Industrial heartland designated industrial zone : regulatory process description for the authorization of new water intake works on the North Saskatchewan River

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Describes the regulatory process for applicants looking to construct new water intake works on the North Saskatchewan River for industrial developments in the Industrial Heartland Designated... More ≫

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Describes the regulatory process for applicants looking to construct new water intake works on the North Saskatchewan River for industrial developments in the Industrial Heartland Designated Industrial Zone. Identifies the provincial and federal regulatory and Indigenous consultation processes and information requirements for new water intake works.

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Topsoil conservation and use plan checklist

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The intent of the checklist is to efficiently summarize the requirements for a topsoil conservation and use plan as described in the Guideline for Industrial Operators in the Heartland Designated... More ≫

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The intent of the checklist is to efficiently summarize the requirements for a topsoil conservation and use plan as described in the Guideline for Industrial Operators in the Heartland Designated Industrial Zone for Conservation, Off-Site storage and Off-Site Use of Topsoil.

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Designated industrial zones in Alberta : criteria for provincial designation of industrial zones

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Designated industrial zones in Alberta are areas targeted for strategic investment and development of clustered industrial development and economic diversification. Management goals for designated... More ≫

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Designated industrial zones in Alberta are areas targeted for strategic investment and development of clustered industrial development and economic diversification. Management goals for designated industrial zones include regulatory streamlining, cluster infrastructure development, and the management of cumulative effects to achieve environmental outcomes. This document sets out criteria the Province considered in establishing the Industrial Heartland Designated Industrial Zone. These criteria are intended to support municipalities when considering planning for clustered heavy industrial developments of similar scope and size.

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Special walleye licence draws

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A brochure and application instructions for people looking to apply for a walleye fishing licence.

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Standards for zoos in Alberta [2022]

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Compliance with the Alberta zoo standards ensure that facilities requiring an Alberta zoo permit meet acceptable standards that provide a suitable environment for the animal collections and... More ≫

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Compliance with the Alberta zoo standards ensure that facilities requiring an Alberta zoo permit meet acceptable standards that provide a suitable environment for the animal collections and visitors and an environment that emphasizes education. Where off-site display occurs, the standards ensure that there is minimum risk to surrounding free-ranging wildlife, domestic animals and people, and in some cases provide an opportunity for scientific research and animal propagation to support wildlife conservation programs.

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Process description for the Industrial Heartland Designated Industrial Zone applicant advisory service

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The Applicant Advisory Service is designed to provide guidance to new projects in the Industrial Heartland Designated Industrial Zone. It enables industry request for support in working through... More ≫

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The Applicant Advisory Service is designed to provide guidance to new projects in the Industrial Heartland Designated Industrial Zone. It enables industry request for support in working through our regulatory system for new applications and for complex amendment applications. This service will allow applicants to work through the approval process efficiently and avoid unnecessary errors, incomplete applications, and rework.

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Compliance Assurance annual report

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This annual publication reports on the work of Alberta Environment and Parks' Compliance Assurance program. The program operates as part of the department's overall regulatory framework to... More ≫

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This annual publication reports on the work of Alberta Environment and Parks' Compliance Assurance program. The program operates as part of the department's overall regulatory framework to protect and enhance the province's ecosystems and to ensure environmental, social and economic outcomes for the future are met. It conducts activities aimed at influencing the behaviour of regulated parties. Its principal functions are to promote voluntary compliance, detect and reverse non-compliance and, as appropriate, punish offenders and deter future non-compliance.

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