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Watershed resiliency and restoration program

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ESRD has established the WRRP to promote the long-term ability of watersheds to mitigate the effects of future flood and drought events. The primary objective of the program is to increase the... More ≫

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ESRD has established the WRRP to promote the long-term ability of watersheds to mitigate the effects of future flood and drought events. The primary objective of the program is to increase the natural ability of the province's watersheds to reduce the intensity, magnitude, duration and effects of flooding and drought through watershed mitigation measures. Additionally, the program aims to address impacts of past flooding and/or droughts through the restoration of degraded priority areas of watersheds which will enhance communities' ability to withstand future flooding or droughts.

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Approved water management plan for the Battle River Basin (Alberta)

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This plan is the Approved Water Management Plan for the Battle River Basin (Alberta) and provides direction for the management of surface water and groundwater that has hydrologic connection to... More ≫

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This plan is the Approved Water Management Plan for the Battle River Basin (Alberta) and provides direction for the management of surface water and groundwater that has hydrologic connection to surface water within the Battle River Basin. The recommended options and strategies presented in this plan were developed through a Stakeholder Advisory Group, and are designed to strike a balance between a healthy aquatic ecosystem, a vibrant economy, and sustainable communities. Primary emphasis is placed on the need to live within the carrying capacity of the watershed, and the need to improve the health of the aquatic ecosystem.

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Preparing water shortage response plans

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This document provides a framework to help water licence applicants or licence holders develop a water shortage response plan.

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Clarification of authorization for temporary water diversions in non-settled areas

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This information letter clarifies the requirement for temporary water diversion licenses in non-settled areas under the Water (Ministerial) Regulation, and how it is implemented.

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Water Act : upstream oil and gas activity in and near a water body

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This fact sheet provides information on the requirements under Alberta's Water Act for upstream oil and gas activity in or near a water body (primarily well sites and facilities, including... More ≫

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This fact sheet provides information on the requirements under Alberta's Water Act for upstream oil and gas activity in or near a water body (primarily well sites and facilities, including roadways). Proponents must investigate alternative approaches for energy development and, where feasible, are expected to select those that avoid disturbance to sensitive areas which includes areas in or near water bodies.

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Water licence cancellations : for non-use of water allocated by a licence

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Alberta's Water Act provides for the cancellation of a licence for reasons specified in the Act. This fact sheet describes the reasons that a water licence might be cancelled and the process for... More ≫

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Alberta's Water Act provides for the cancellation of a licence for reasons specified in the Act. This fact sheet describes the reasons that a water licence might be cancelled and the process for cancellation of a licence for non-use.

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