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Goldfish (Carassius auratus)

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One-page infographic presenting facts on the problems associated with releasing goldfish in Alberta waterbodies.

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Decontamination protocol for work in or near water : quick reference guide

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Alberta’s decontamination protocol helps ensure the proper cleaning of watercraft and other equipment used in water to reduce the spread of aquatic invasive species and fish disease. The revised... More ≫

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Alberta’s decontamination protocol helps ensure the proper cleaning of watercraft and other equipment used in water to reduce the spread of aquatic invasive species and fish disease. The revised Decontamination Protocol will better protect Alberta waters by providing clear directions for realistic decontamination methods that can be applied by a wide range of users. It is important to have consistent direction on practices for cleaning of equipment after it has come in contact with water and before moving to different waters.

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Decontamination protocol for work in or near water

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Alberta’s decontamination protocol helps ensure the proper cleaning of watercraft and other equipment used in water to reduce the spread of aquatic invasive species and fish disease. The revised... More ≫

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Alberta’s decontamination protocol helps ensure the proper cleaning of watercraft and other equipment used in water to reduce the spread of aquatic invasive species and fish disease. The revised Decontamination Protocol will better protect Alberta waters by providing clear directions for realistic decontamination methods that can be applied by a wide range of users. It is important to have consistent direction on practices for cleaning of equipment after it has come in contact with water and before moving to different waters.

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Wapiti River Water Management Plan

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The stakeholder developed Wapiti River Water Management Plan provides water allocation guidance as a Water Conservation Objective, which balances water consumption, protection of the aquatic... More ≫

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The stakeholder developed Wapiti River Water Management Plan provides water allocation guidance as a Water Conservation Objective, which balances water consumption, protection of the aquatic environment, and allows for economic growth now and into the future.

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Fisheries Habitat Enhancement and Sustainability Program habitat data collection manual

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This manual is meant to aid in the field collection of fisheries habitat information for use in the "detailed assessment" phase of a Fisheries Habitat Enhancement and Sustainability (FISHES)... More ≫

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This manual is meant to aid in the field collection of fisheries habitat information for use in the "detailed assessment" phase of a Fisheries Habitat Enhancement and Sustainability (FISHES) Program project. FISHES was established with the goal of re-establishing a healthy aquatic environment in select flood-disturbed locations following the 2013 and 2014 flooding in Southern Alberta.

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A user's guide to the Fisheries Habitat Enhancement and Sustainability Program evaluation, scoring, and ranking model

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The Fisheries Habitat Enhancement and Sustainability Program was established with the goal of re-establishing a healthy aquatic environment in select flood-disturbed locations following the 2013... More ≫

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The Fisheries Habitat Enhancement and Sustainability Program was established with the goal of re-establishing a healthy aquatic environment in select flood-disturbed locations following the 2013 and 2014 flooding in Southern Alberta. The Evaluation, Scoring, and Ranking Model was developed to assist in achieving this goal, by prioritizing sites for restoration work within various high-interest and flood-impacted areas.

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A user's guide to high definition aerial videography

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Describes the aerial videography recording, assessment and scoring methodology used to assess damage to fish habitat resulting from the 2013 and 2014 Alberta floods under the Fisheries Habitat... More ≫

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Describes the aerial videography recording, assessment and scoring methodology used to assess damage to fish habitat resulting from the 2013 and 2014 Alberta floods under the Fisheries Habitat Enhancement and Sustainability Program. This information should be used in conjunction with the Evaluation, Scoring, and Ranking Model.

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Summary of enhanced monitoring of the Lower Athabasca River, 2018

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Summarizes work completed for the Lower Athabasca River enhanced monitoring program in 2018. Data that has been generated from this program to date includes surface water quality, sediment... More ≫

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Summarizes work completed for the Lower Athabasca River enhanced monitoring program in 2018. Data that has been generated from this program to date includes surface water quality, sediment quality, fish health endpoints, and fish communities. These data are provided in appendices at the end of this report.

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A study design for enhanced environmental monitoring of the Lower Athabasca River

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Presents an enhanced sampling design for deployment in the Lower Athabasca River. It represents one component of work to describe baseline environmental conditions in the Lower Athabasca River... More ≫

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Presents an enhanced sampling design for deployment in the Lower Athabasca River. It represents one component of work to describe baseline environmental conditions in the Lower Athabasca River prior to the potential release of coke slurry-treated oil sands process affected water (OSPW). The document describes sampling locations and sampling frequency to establish a comprehensive description of baseline environmental conditions in surface water chemistry, benthic sediments, benthic algae, benthic macroinvertebrates, and small-bodied fish.

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Alberta aquatic invasive species early detection rapid response plan

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The plan provides a consistent framework to guide response actions needed to detect, assess and respond to an aquatic invasive species introduction anywhere in Alberta. It identifies the roles and... More ≫

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The plan provides a consistent framework to guide response actions needed to detect, assess and respond to an aquatic invasive species introduction anywhere in Alberta. It identifies the roles and responsibilities of different levels of government and stakeholders and how they may be involved in a rapid response including monitoring, detection, containment, and treatment procedures. The plan also identifies relevant legislation and authorities as it applies to potential jurisdiction and inter-jurisdictional response scenarios.

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