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Specified Enactments (Jurisdiction) Regulation

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This regulation, made under the Responsible Energy Development Act, provides further provisions regarding the responsibility for administering the specified enactments; the Environmental ... More ≫

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This regulation, made under the Responsible Energy Development Act, provides further provisions regarding the responsibility for administering the specified enactments; the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act, Part 8 of the Mines and Minerals Act, the Public Lands Act, and the Water Act by the Alberta Energy Regulator.

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Wildlife Regulation

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The regulation supports the Wildlife Act in managing Alberta’s wildlife. It addresses: hunting, trapping, collection, and possession of wildlife, and adds protections for endangered animals; sale, ... More ≫

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The regulation supports the Wildlife Act in managing Alberta’s wildlife. It addresses: hunting, trapping, collection, and possession of wildlife, and adds protections for endangered animals; sale, import and export of wildlife, controlled animals (non-native animals that are regulated), and endangered species, and the possession of animals in captivity; identification and categorization of wildlife species and controlled animals; permits - many species of wildlife and all controlled possessed live animals require permits. Permits are required for the import, export, research, wildlife rehabilitation and falconry, and for commercial activities such as outfitting and guiding, buying fur, taxidermy, tanning and zoos; wildlife damage to property; and wildlife sanctuaries and other special areas where wildlife are protected from the activities of humans.

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Metallic and Industrial Minerals Exploration Regulation

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The regulation outlines rules, provisions and stipulations related to exploration within Alberta. These include details regarding exempted operations, licensing and permits, exploration approval, ... More ≫

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The regulation outlines rules, provisions and stipulations related to exploration within Alberta. These include details regarding exempted operations, licensing and permits, exploration approval, assessments and penalties.

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Exploration Regulation

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The regulation outlines rules, provisions and stipulations related to exploration in Alberta and details the requirements of all exploration operations.

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Carbon Capture and Storage Funding Regulation

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This regulation is made under the Carbon Capture and Storage Funding Act and provides the Minister with the authority to make payments under the Act for expenses of the Minister’s Department or ... More ≫

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This regulation is made under the Carbon Capture and Storage Funding Act and provides the Minister with the authority to make payments under the Act for expenses of the Minister’s Department or any person or organization in order to advance the purpose of the Act and carbon capture and storage in Alberta.

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Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction Regulation

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The Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction Regulation requires regulated facilities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The regulation applies to facilities which emit more than 100,000 ... More ≫

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The Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction Regulation requires regulated facilities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The regulation applies to facilities which emit more than 100,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide. Facilities which emit less than the threshold may opt-in to the regulation, and conventional oil and gas facilities under the same ownership may be combined into a single aggregate facility. The regulation sets out high-performance benchmarks or enables the director to set facility-specific product benchmarks. To meet the emissions reduction requirement, facilities can reduce their emissions or use emission performance credits, emission offsets or pay into the regulated fund. Regulated facilities must provide annual compliance reports and facilities that emit more than 1 million tonnes of carbon dioxide must also provide a yearly forecasting report.

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Forest Resources Improvement Regulation

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The Forest Resources Improvement Regulation, under the Forests Act, designates the Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta as a delegated authority, and describes the purposes and ... More ≫

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The Forest Resources Improvement Regulation, under the Forests Act, designates the Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta as a delegated authority, and describes the purposes and duties of the Association. Dues to the Association and fees related to Association services are described in the Regulation and set out in the schedules.

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Water (Ministerial) Regulation

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The regulation promotes the safety of dams and canals to prevent the loss of life and to prevent economic and environmental losses due to failure of these structures. This regulation is a ... More ≫

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The regulation promotes the safety of dams and canals to prevent the loss of life and to prevent economic and environmental losses due to failure of these structures. This regulation is a secondary statute that provides information pertaining to the administration of the Water Act including definitions of relevant terms and activities that can be performed under the Act and the requirements. Part 6 of the regulation deals with dam and canal safety and stipulates the key requirements and administrative details for the safety of these structures.

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Emissions Management and Climate Resilience Act

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The Act addresses carbon dioxide, methane and other specified gas emissions that contribute to climate change. The Act enables regulation-making authority to govern specified gas emissions, ... More ≫

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The Act addresses carbon dioxide, methane and other specified gas emissions that contribute to climate change. The Act enables regulation-making authority to govern specified gas emissions, mandates reporting requirements for any person who releases specified gases in Alberta, and establishes the Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction Fund to support initiatives that either reduce specified gas emissions or improve Alberta’s ability to adapt to climate change. It also describes authorities and measures to ensure compliance with the legislation.

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Provincial Parks Act

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The Act provides for the establishment, protection, management, planning and control of provincial parks, wildland parks and provincial recreation areas, for the preservation of Alberta’s natural ... More ≫

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The Act provides for the establishment, protection, management, planning and control of provincial parks, wildland parks and provincial recreation areas, for the preservation of Alberta’s natural heritage and ecological integrity, as well as for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future generations.

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