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Above ground pipeline wildlife crossing directive

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This document describes the minimum requirements for mitigating the barrier effect of above ground pipelines on wildlife movement at thermal in-situ oil extraction facilities.

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Restricted exploration areas

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As per Section 11 of the Exploration Regulation (AR 284/2006), no person shall conduct exploration, operate a type of energy source, conduct a method of exploration, etc., in any area of Alberta... More ≫

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As per Section 11 of the Exploration Regulation (AR 284/2006), no person shall conduct exploration, operate a type of energy source, conduct a method of exploration, etc., in any area of Alberta in which exploration is prohibited or restricted except in accordance with the conditions of the exploration directive.

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Clearing of vegetation on road allowances

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In some cases, vegetation may need to be cleared on surveyed road allowances as part of conducting an approved exploration program. The requirements and procedures for clearing of vegetation on... More ≫

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In some cases, vegetation may need to be cleared on surveyed road allowances as part of conducting an approved exploration program. The requirements and procedures for clearing of vegetation on road allowances are set forth in this directive, ss per Section 56 of the Exploration Regulation.

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Request for transfer of licence

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Pursuant to Section 65 of the Exploration Regulation (AR 284/2006), the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) can transfer a program of exploration from one licence to another licence if both the current... More ≫

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Pursuant to Section 65 of the Exploration Regulation (AR 284/2006), the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) can transfer a program of exploration from one licence to another licence if both the current program licensee and the prospective program licensee agree. This directive outlines the requirements and procedures for a transfer of licence.

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Charges in shot holes and depth of shot and test holes that exceed maximum levels

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The requirements and procedures for exceeding the maximum depth of a shot hole, test hole, or the maximum charge size are set forth in this directive.

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Commencement and completion notification

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This directive sets the requirements that a company must notify the government within 5 business days of start up and completion of an approved geophysical/seismic program.

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Cleanup of debris, refuse and other material

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Establishes the requirement that all debris, refuse and other material resulting from the conduct of an approved exploration program be cleaned up and disposed of in accordance with this... More ≫

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Establishes the requirement that all debris, refuse and other material resulting from the conduct of an approved exploration program be cleaned up and disposed of in accordance with this directive, in accordance with Section 57 of the Exploration Regulation.

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Temporary abandonment of shot holes and test holes

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Shot holes and test holes drilled in the conduct of an approved exploration program must not be left unattended until they are temporarily abandoned as per Section 50 of the Exploration Regulation.

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Distance requirements

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Pursuant to Section 44 of the Exploration Regulation, setback distances from specified structures are required for various energy sources used in an approved exploration program. This directive... More ≫

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Pursuant to Section 44 of the Exploration Regulation, setback distances from specified structures are required for various energy sources used in an approved exploration program. This directive includes a table setting out the required setback distances to specified structures for explosive and non-explosive energy sources.

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Extension to an exploration approval

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The term of an exploration approval may be extended if the program licensee or a person authorized by the program licensee makes a written request to the Minister. This directive lays out the... More ≫

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The term of an exploration approval may be extended if the program licensee or a person authorized by the program licensee makes a written request to the Minister. This directive lays out the procedure for extending the approval.

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