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2010 reclamation criteria for wellsites and associated facilities for cultivated lands

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The aim of reclamation under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act is to obtain "equivalent land capacity," which is defined as the ability of the land to support various land uses... More ≫

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The aim of reclamation under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act is to obtain "equivalent land capacity," which is defined as the ability of the land to support various land uses after conservation and reclamation similar to the ability that existed prior to activity being conducted on the land. The criteria presented in this document are to be used to evaluate whether a site has met equivalent land capability. The criteria are based on land function and operability that will support the production of goods and services consistent in quality and quantity with the surrounding landscape.

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2010 reclamation criteria for wellsites and associated facilities for forested lands

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The aim of reclamation under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act is to obtain "equivalent land capacity," which is defined as the ability of the land to support various land uses... More ≫

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The aim of reclamation under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act is to obtain "equivalent land capacity," which is defined as the ability of the land to support various land uses after conservation and reclamation similar to the ability that existed prior to activity being conducted on the land. The criteria presented in this document are to be used to evaluate whether a site has met equivalent land capability. The criteria are based on land function and operability that will support the production of goods and services consistent in quality and quantity with the surrounding landscape.

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2010 reclamation criteria for wellsites and associated facilities for native grasslands

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The aim of reclamation under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act is to obtain "equivalent land capacity," which is defined as the ability of the land to support various land uses... More ≫

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The aim of reclamation under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act is to obtain "equivalent land capacity," which is defined as the ability of the land to support various land uses after conservation and reclamation similar to the ability that existed prior to activity being conducted on the land. The criteria presented in this document are to be used to evaluate whether a site has met equivalent land capability. The criteria are based on land function and operability that will support the production of goods and services consistent in quality and quantity with the surrounding landscape.

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Response to Aboriginal consultation on the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan

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During development of the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan, every effort was made to balance all input received while recognizing aboriginal peoples’ constitutionally protected rights, including... More ≫

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During development of the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan, every effort was made to balance all input received while recognizing aboriginal peoples’ constitutionally protected rights, including treaty rights. This response document provides First Nations and Métis organizations with; a summary of the input heard, information on how the GOA incorporated the input into the regional plan, and the input that was not included in the final regional plan and why.

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Phase 2 public consultation summary : South Saskatchewan regional plan

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The government consulted on the advice provided by the South Saskatchewan Regional Advisory Council in late 2012 through an online workbook and a series of public and stakeholder consultations... More ≫

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The government consulted on the advice provided by the South Saskatchewan Regional Advisory Council in late 2012 through an online workbook and a series of public and stakeholder consultations held in 20 locations (cities, towns and villages).

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Phase 2 stakeholder consultation summary : South Saskatchewan regional plan

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The government consulted on the advice provided by the South Saskatchewan Regional Advisory Council in late 2012 gathering input through an online workbook and a series of public and stakeholder... More ≫

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The government consulted on the advice provided by the South Saskatchewan Regional Advisory Council in late 2012 gathering input through an online workbook and a series of public and stakeholder community conversations held in 20 cities, towns and farming communities throughout the region, in the adjoining Red Deer Region and in Edmonton.

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Phase 2 public workbook summary : South Saskatchewan regional plan

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The government consulted on the advice provided by the South Saskatchewan Regional Advisory Council in late 2012 gathering input through an online workbook and a series of public and stakeholder... More ≫

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The government consulted on the advice provided by the South Saskatchewan Regional Advisory Council in late 2012 gathering input through an online workbook and a series of public and stakeholder community conversations held in 20 cities, towns and farming communities.

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Frequently asked questions : 2010 reclamation criteria for wellsites and associated facilities for cultivated lands, forested lands and native grasslands.

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In June 2011, the updated 2010 Reclamation Criteria for Wellsites and Associated Facilities for Cultivated Lands, Forested Lands, and Native Grasslands were released. The Reclamation Criteria... More ≫

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In June 2011, the updated 2010 Reclamation Criteria for Wellsites and Associated Facilities for Cultivated Lands, Forested Lands, and Native Grasslands were released. The Reclamation Criteria Advisory Group recommended that the 2010 criteria be reviewed periodically and updated as necessary as knowledge of ecosystem processes improves. Throughout the 2011 field season, questions relating to the three 2010 Criteria along with their assessment tools were tracked and these questions and answers have been compiled into this document. Other frequently asked questions on the application form and peatlands have also been included.

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Guide to certification for wellsite reductions, additions, overlaps, multi-well facilities, and forced lease boundary changes

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This fact sheet describes the process and information that is required to process reclamation applications for specific lease situations where more than one activity occurs on the same parcel of land. More ≫

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This fact sheet describes the process and information that is required to process reclamation applications for specific lease situations where more than one activity occurs on the same parcel of land.

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Greening government strategy : 2011-12 progress report

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This report highlights progress in implementing activities that support the Greening Government Strategy in 2011-12. The Greening Government Strategy was implemented in April 2010 to set the... More ≫

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This report highlights progress in implementing activities that support the Greening Government Strategy in 2011-12. The Greening Government Strategy was implemented in April 2010 to set the direction for the Government of Alberta to become a greener organization. The purpose of the strategy is to continuously reduce – in concrete and measurable ways – any detrimental environmental impacts that result from the Government of Alberta’s operations and overall purchasing practices.

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