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A guide to tax recovery in Alberta [2024]

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This manual has been created to assist municipal officials and other stakeholders in working through the three tax recovery processes allowed under the Municipal Government Act (MGA), RSA 2000,... More ≫

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This manual has been created to assist municipal officials and other stakeholders in working through the three tax recovery processes allowed under the Municipal Government Act (MGA), RSA 2000, Chapter M-26. This manual contains detailed descriptions of the steps required to satisfy the legislative requirements relating to the various tax recovery processes. It also contains checklists that highlight the main steps and timelines. Links to the various forms required by Alberta Land Titles or the Personal Property Registry are also included.

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Alberta Community Justice Grant guidelines

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The Alberta Community Justice Grant presents a unique opportunity for community-based organizations and interest groups to explore and develop innovative community justice initiatives, with the... More ≫

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The Alberta Community Justice Grant presents a unique opportunity for community-based organizations and interest groups to explore and develop innovative community justice initiatives, with the overarching goal of increasing access to justice. The grant facilitates various initiatives, including capacity building, needs assessments, and the development of essential tools, training resources, and research efforts. These endeavors aim to strengthen existing programs and explore new opportunities for community justice programs in Alberta. Funding of up to $1.2 million will be allocated for the fiscal period of 2023-24, empowering organizations to make meaningful strides in enhancing community justice.

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Wildfire (and other threat) insurance moratoria guideline

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Provides guidance on the provision of property and automobile insurance when property and automobiles are exposed to an elevated environmental threat.

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Guideline 03-2024 - Diagnostic and Treatment Protocols Regulation interpretative guideline

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This Guideline was updated to provide information for injured motorists, insurers, lawyers, and primary health care practitioners (physicians, chiropractors, and physical therapists) regarding the... More ≫

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This Guideline was updated to provide information for injured motorists, insurers, lawyers, and primary health care practitioners (physicians, chiropractors, and physical therapists) regarding the application of the Diagnostic and Treatment Protocols Regulation (“DTPR”), as well as claims and billing processes for claimants treated under the DTPR.

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Property tax credit guidelines : Provincial Education Requisition Credit, Designated Industrial Requisition Credit

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These guidelines and supporting documentation will assist municipalities in applying for the Provincial Education Requisition Credit for uncollectable education property taxes on oil and gas... More ≫

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These guidelines and supporting documentation will assist municipalities in applying for the Provincial Education Requisition Credit for uncollectable education property taxes on oil and gas properties and for the Designated Industrial Requisition Credit for any uncollectable Designated Industrial property tax requisition. The two programs were established to assist municipalities where taxes related to requisitioned amounts cannot be collected from property owners.

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Local Government Fiscal Framework program guidelines

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The Local Government Fiscal Framework (LGFF) is Alberta’s primary funding mechanism for providing local governments with predictable infrastructure and operating grant support. Local governments... More ≫

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The Local Government Fiscal Framework (LGFF) is Alberta’s primary funding mechanism for providing local governments with predictable infrastructure and operating grant support. Local governments determine projects and activities to be funded by the LGFF based on local priorities, within the general qualification criteria set out in the program guidelines. The LGFF is replacing the Municipal Sustainability Initiative, which was in place from 2007 to 2023.

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Emergency response planning : an occupational health and safety tool kit

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Provides employers with information about some key occupational health and safety requirements related to emergency response planning. The kit also provides a step-by-step approach to planning,... More ≫

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Provides employers with information about some key occupational health and safety requirements related to emergency response planning. The kit also provides a step-by-step approach to planning, that employers can customize to their own work site.

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Guide to Water Act authorizations required for excavations (dugouts, borrow pits and other types of pits/excavations) [2024]

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This document clarifies authorization and application requirements under the Water Act and the Water (Ministerial) Regulation where excavations into the ground are proposed. Typically, excavations... More ≫

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This document clarifies authorization and application requirements under the Water Act and the Water (Ministerial) Regulation where excavations into the ground are proposed. Typically, excavations into the ground that may trigger Water Act authorizations are dugouts, borrow pits, pits, or other pits/excavations. This guide does not address excavations that may be created for the purpose of drainage, flood control, erosion control, or channel realignment. Also not addressed by this guide is the issue of whether evaporative loss is considered a "diversion of water" under the Water Act.

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Guide for Alberta’s underground mine foreman and underground mine manager certification program

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This guide outlines the parameters of Alberta’s Underground Mine Foreman and Underground Mine Manager Certification Program. The guide explains how underground mine foreman certificates and... More ≫

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This guide outlines the parameters of Alberta’s Underground Mine Foreman and Underground Mine Manager Certification Program. The guide explains how underground mine foreman certificates and underground mine manager certificates (OHS certificates) are issued, and the role of the Government of Alberta within the process.

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Guide for Alberta’s blasters certification program

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This guide outlines the parameters of Alberta’s Blaster Certification Program. The guide explains how blasting certificates (OHS certificates) are issued, and the role of the Government of Alberta... More ≫

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This guide outlines the parameters of Alberta’s Blaster Certification Program. The guide explains how blasting certificates (OHS certificates) are issued, and the role of the Government of Alberta within the process.

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