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STANDATA variance : building [National Building Code–2023 Alberta Edition]

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The following STANDATA were issued under the National Building Code–2023 Alberta edition. STANDATA, which include province-wide variances and interpretations, are specific to the version of the... More ≫

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The following STANDATA were issued under the National Building Code–2023 Alberta edition. STANDATA, which include province-wide variances and interpretations, are specific to the version of the Code that they were issued under. Once a new Code comes into effect, all existing STANDATA are deemed to be obsolete and cannot be used for new construction. They are, however, still valid for evaluating code compliance of existing structures by fire services, insurance companies and by building inspectors in consideration of renovations and retrofits.

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The Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) bulletin [151 to current]

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Alberta Aids to Daily Living assists Albertans with a long-term disability, chronic illness or terminal illness, in maintaining independence in their community. AADL provides funding for basic... More ≫

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Alberta Aids to Daily Living assists Albertans with a long-term disability, chronic illness or terminal illness, in maintaining independence in their community. AADL provides funding for basic medical equipment and supplies to meet clinically assessed needs. The AADL bulletin provides notices, updates and reminders to AADL providers, vendors, suppliers and other interested parties.

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Ground source heat exchange systems in Alberta

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Ground source heat exchange systems, or geo-exchange systems, take heat from the ground in winter (for heating) and transfer heat back into the ground in summer (for cooling). This fact sheet... More ≫

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Ground source heat exchange systems, or geo-exchange systems, take heat from the ground in winter (for heating) and transfer heat back into the ground in summer (for cooling). This fact sheet outlines the approvals required and the standards to be met for contractors drilling vertical closed-loop ground source heat exchange wells.

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Drilling water wells in Alberta

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This two-page fact sheet provides an overview of how the activity of water well drilling is regulated in Alberta.

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Tourism levy – Registered online brokers

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As of October 1, 2024, all online brokers that facilitate short-term accommodation transactions in Alberta – either between operators or accommodation hosts and purchasers – are required to... More ≫

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As of October 1, 2024, all online brokers that facilitate short-term accommodation transactions in Alberta – either between operators or accommodation hosts and purchasers – are required to register with TRA. Online brokers are only required to collect and remit the tourism levy for purchases of accommodation for which the online broker collects payment.

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About the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee (OPGT)

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Fact sheet that explains what the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee is and what it does.

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STANDATA interpretation : building [National Building Code-2023 Alberta Edition]

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The following STANDATA were issued under the National Building Code–2023 Alberta edition. STANDATA, which include province-wide variances and interpretations, are specific to the version of the... More ≫

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The following STANDATA were issued under the National Building Code–2023 Alberta edition. STANDATA, which include province-wide variances and interpretations, are specific to the version of the Code that they were issued under. Once a new Code comes into effect, all existing STANDATA are deemed to be obsolete and cannot be used for new construction. They are, however, still valid for evaluating code compliance of existing structures by fire services, insurance companies and by building inspectors in consideration of renovations and retrofits.

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Protective measures and investigations : Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act (AGTA) [2021 to current]

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When an authorized decision-maker is not doing their job properly, the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act (AGTA) provides protective measures. This brochure explains how to make a complaint... More ≫

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When an authorized decision-maker is not doing their job properly, the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act (AGTA) provides protective measures. This brochure explains how to make a complaint about a legal decision-maker, and what happens during an investigation.

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Supported decision-making : Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act [2022 to current]

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This information sheet explains supported decision-making under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act. Supported decision-making gives someone authority to access your personal information... More ≫

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This information sheet explains supported decision-making under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act. Supported decision-making gives someone authority to access your personal information and help you make and communicate your decisions. This is for adults who have the capacity to make their own personal decisions but would like to have someone they trust help them in the decision-making process. This would be helpful for capable people who face complex decisions, people whose first language is not English, and people with mild disabilities.

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Specific decision-making : Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act (AGTA) [2023 to current]

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Fact sheet from the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee explaining how specific decision-making is designed to provide timely and effective decision-making services for adults who do not... More ≫

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Fact sheet from the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee explaining how specific decision-making is designed to provide timely and effective decision-making services for adults who do not have the capacity to provide informed consent for health care decisions or temporary admission to, or discharge from, a residential facility.

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