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McGregor reservoir erosion protection : fact sheet

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McGregor Reservoir is a popular camping and recreation area located in Vulcan County, approximately 100 km southeast of Calgary. Erosion from high waves is impacting private lands and prevents the... More ≫

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McGregor Reservoir is a popular camping and recreation area located in Vulcan County, approximately 100 km southeast of Calgary. Erosion from high waves is impacting private lands and prevents the reservoir from being filled to its full capacity. This fact sheet outlines a project to build rock berms along the McGregor shoreline to protect private lands from erosion and preserve aquatic habitat.

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Alberta watercourse crossing inventory App

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This fact sheet provides an overview of the Alberta Watercourse Crossing Inventory (ABWCI) Application for mobile devices. The ABWCI App is a tool for documenting stream crossings and supporting... More ≫

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This fact sheet provides an overview of the Alberta Watercourse Crossing Inventory (ABWCI) Application for mobile devices. The ABWCI App is a tool for documenting stream crossings and supporting fish habitat remediation and conservation across the province.

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Bourque Lake FIN summary 2020

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The management goal for most Alberta fish populations and fisheries is sustainability. Achieving this goal uses Fall Index Netting data and the Fish Sustainability Index to determine the most... More ≫

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The management goal for most Alberta fish populations and fisheries is sustainability. Achieving this goal uses Fall Index Netting data and the Fish Sustainability Index to determine the most appropriate sport fishing regulations for a lake. This landscape-level assessment allows for consistent, broad temporal comparisons of fish population sustainability and status. This report presents the results of netting conducted in 2020 on Bourque Lake.

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Wildlife research permit and collection licence guidance [2020]

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This collection of documents provides guidance and answers to frequently asked questions to wildlife researchers and users of the Online Permitting and Clearance (OPaC) permit application system... More ≫

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This collection of documents provides guidance and answers to frequently asked questions to wildlife researchers and users of the Online Permitting and Clearance (OPaC) permit application system for wildlife research and for some Parks research. The documents outline the application, review and approval process for wildlife research permits and collection licences.

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Elinor Lake FIN summary 2020

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The management goal for most Alberta fish populations and fisheries is sustainability. Achieving this goal uses Fall Index Netting data and the Fish Sustainability Index to determine the most... More ≫

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The management goal for most Alberta fish populations and fisheries is sustainability. Achieving this goal uses Fall Index Netting data and the Fish Sustainability Index to determine the most appropriate sport fishing regulations for a lake. This landscape-level assessment allows for consistent, broad temporal comparisons of fish population sustainability and status. This report presents the results of netting conducted in the Fall of 2020 on Elinor Lake.

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Burnstick Lake FIN summary 2020

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The management goal for most Alberta fish populations and fisheries is sustainability. Achieving this goal uses Fall Index Netting data and the Fish Sustainability Index to determine the most... More ≫

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The management goal for most Alberta fish populations and fisheries is sustainability. Achieving this goal uses Fall Index Netting data and the Fish Sustainability Index to determine the most appropriate sport fishing regulations for a lake. This landscape-level assessment allows for consistent, broad temporal comparisons of fish population sustainability and status. This report presents the results of netting conducted in 2020 on Burnstick Lake.

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Buck Lake FIN summary 2020

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The management goal for most Alberta fish populations and fisheries is sustainability. Achieving this goal uses Fall Index Netting data and the Fish Sustainability Index to determine the most... More ≫

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The management goal for most Alberta fish populations and fisheries is sustainability. Achieving this goal uses Fall Index Netting data and the Fish Sustainability Index to determine the most appropriate sport fishing regulations for a lake. This landscape-level assessment allows for consistent, broad temporal comparisons of fish population sustainability and status. This report presents the results of netting conducted in 2020 on Buck Lake.

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Big Island Lake FIN summary 2020

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The management goal for most Alberta fish populations and fisheries is sustainability. Achieving this goal uses Fall Index Netting data and the Fish Sustainability Index to determine the most... More ≫

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The management goal for most Alberta fish populations and fisheries is sustainability. Achieving this goal uses Fall Index Netting data and the Fish Sustainability Index to determine the most appropriate sport fishing regulations for a lake. This landscape-level assessment allows for consistent, broad temporal comparisons of fish population sustainability and status. This report presents the results of netting conducted in 2020 on Big Island Lake.

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Watercourse Crossing Program

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Alberta’s Watercourse Crossing Program was established to mitigate fish habitat fragmentation, erosion and sedimentation caused by poorly constructed and maintained watercourse crossings.

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Brokering science for environmental management : progress report from the Chief Scientist : a term in review

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This progress report outlines the activities undertaken by the Chief Scientist of Alberta Environment and Parks over the inaugural appointment of this position. Highlights include: building a... More ≫

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This progress report outlines the activities undertaken by the Chief Scientist of Alberta Environment and Parks over the inaugural appointment of this position. Highlights include: building a strategic knowledge network with the broader scientific community; seeking ways to braid Indigenous Knowledge in Alberta’s environmental science program; supporting a strong science culture within the department; brokering scientific reviews by external experts to address environmental concerns or issues; reporting on the condition of Alberta’s environment; and improving availability and accessibility of scientific evidence to inform decision-making processes.

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