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Administrative guideline for transfer of water allocations (and agreements to assign water, and licence amendments)

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This guideline provides information about transfers and the process for completing a transfer of a licence. The guideline also differentiates between transfers, assignments, and licence... More ≫

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This guideline provides information about transfers and the process for completing a transfer of a licence. The guideline also differentiates between transfers, assignments, and licence amendments. The general intent is to ensure transfers are handled in a consistent manner across the province, and to provide assistance to those who are contemplating a transfer

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Southern Alberta flood mitigation feasibility study for Sheep, Highwood River basins and South Saskatchewan river sub-basin : Highwood river water management plan

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Presents the findings of a study to assess flood mitigation schemes in the Sheep and Highwood river basins and the South Saskatchewan River Sub-Basin provided by the Southern Alberta Flood... More ≫

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Presents the findings of a study to assess flood mitigation schemes in the Sheep and Highwood river basins and the South Saskatchewan River Sub-Basin provided by the Southern Alberta Flood Recovery Task Force. This study evaluated the feasibility of various flood mitigation strategies and projects. The plan provides order of magnitude cost estimates and was prepared based on available existing studies and data.

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Southern Alberta flood mitigation feasibility study for Sheep, Highwood River basins and South Saskatchewan river sub-basin : Sheep River water management plan

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This study reviews and evaluates flood mitigation proposals for the Sheep and Highwood river basins and the South Saskatchewan River Sub-Basin. It also proposes a water management strategy for... More ≫

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This study reviews and evaluates flood mitigation proposals for the Sheep and Highwood river basins and the South Saskatchewan River Sub-Basin. It also proposes a water management strategy for flood mitigation for these areas.

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Resilience and mitigation framework for Alberta floods

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The purpose of this framework is to outline the approach Alberta will use to plan, coordinate, assess and implement flood mitigation projects on a watershed basis. The approach will reduce the... More ≫

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The purpose of this framework is to outline the approach Alberta will use to plan, coordinate, assess and implement flood mitigation projects on a watershed basis. The approach will reduce the risk of future flood events causing negative impacts on communities, the economy, and the environment. The approach will consider balancing water supply with water needs given the potential risk of drought. The approved mitigation projects will likely vary for each of the watersheds. Public and stakeholder consultation and cost/benefit analyses will be important components of projects that are brought forward.

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Water for life : progress report, December 1, 2008-March 31, 2011

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This progress report highlights a selection of the activities, programs, and tools being pursued under the Water for Life strategy within the timeframe of December 2008 to March 2011. Each section... More ≫

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This progress report highlights a selection of the activities, programs, and tools being pursued under the Water for Life strategy within the timeframe of December 2008 to March 2011. Each section of the report contains a selection of accomplishments and a featured story. A table outlining actions planned for the goals or key direction is also included.

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Advice to the Government of Alberta for the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan

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The South Saskatchewan Regional Advisory Council recommends that a regional plan for southern Alberta should focus on water supply, economic development and conservation needs.

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Report of Commission appointed to report on the Lethbridge Northern and other irrigation districts in Alberta

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Presents the findings of a Commission appointed to review the production of and irrigation charges in the Lethbridge Northern Irrigation District and other irrigation districts in the province, to... More ≫

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Presents the findings of a Commission appointed to review the production of and irrigation charges in the Lethbridge Northern Irrigation District and other irrigation districts in the province, to investigate whether the irrigation payments were too high to be met by production levels. The Commission recommended a reduction in the scale of charges, and a simpler plan of payment be implemented.

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