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Rural economic development action plan : an economic pathway for rural Alberta

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The Government of Alberta, seeking ways to ensure the province’s rural economy continues to flourish, created a Rural Economic Development Task Force in early 2014. This action plan, a result of... More ≫

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The Government of Alberta, seeking ways to ensure the province’s rural economy continues to flourish, created a Rural Economic Development Task Force in early 2014. This action plan, a result of the task force’s work, outlines the steps that governments, industries, businesses and communities can take to increase economic development capacity, improve on the current suite of initiatives and orchestrate new opportunities to enable rural Alberta’s continued success.were asked for their input on rural economic development strategies, conditions for success and their ideas for innovation.

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South Africa - Alberta relations

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Highlights key components in the relationship between Alberta and South Africa. Topics covered include: an overview of the relationship; trade and investment between the two regions; any existing... More ≫

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Highlights key components in the relationship between Alberta and South Africa. Topics covered include: an overview of the relationship; trade and investment between the two regions; any existing education partnerships or relationships; emerging opportunities; recent notable visits by representatives of Alberta and South Africa; and diplomatic representation between the two regions. Includes a brief economic and demographic profile of South Africa. Updated irregularly.

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The need for a northern Alberta development strategy

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This report identifies the need for a northern Alberta development strategy as the mechanism to draw attention to the North and unleash its enormous economic potential through a long-term, orderly... More ≫

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This report identifies the need for a northern Alberta development strategy as the mechanism to draw attention to the North and unleash its enormous economic potential through a long-term, orderly and sustainable development plan.

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Attracting and retaining people to rural Alberta : a list of resources & literature review

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Attracting population to small rural communities can be a challenge as most people prefer to settle in larger cities where the draw of family, friends, ethnic networks and jobs is strong. However,... More ≫

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Attracting population to small rural communities can be a challenge as most people prefer to settle in larger cities where the draw of family, friends, ethnic networks and jobs is strong. However, rural communities can attract and retain population by promoting the benefits of living and working in smaller communities (e.g., employment opportunities, lower living expenses, safe neighborhoods and access to community health and recreation services). This document was developed as a resource guide to assist rural communities in Alberta wishing to attract and retain population to address their long-term economic needs. The document includes information and links to web based resources, initiatives and programs. The document contains information on some best practices that have been developed by other countries. The document also reviews the literature on benefits, challenges and strategic options to attract and retain population in rural communities.

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Stakeholder consultation : occupational health and safety

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In March 2009, Agriculture and Rural Development and Employment and Immigration initiated a project to explore future options for health and safety education and OHS legislation for the... More ≫

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In March 2009, Agriculture and Rural Development and Employment and Immigration initiated a project to explore future options for health and safety education and OHS legislation for the agriculture industry. Stakeholder consultation was conducted over a six-month period from May to October 2009. Consultation included individual interviews, feedback from industry and workers' organizations, and discussions with members of the farm safety advisory committee and policy advisors.

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Making the food-health connection : an Alberta framework for innovation

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The Alberta food and health innovation framework was developed by the Alberta Life Sciences Institute in collaboration with Alberta Health and Wellness, Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development,... More ≫

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The Alberta food and health innovation framework was developed by the Alberta Life Sciences Institute in collaboration with Alberta Health and Wellness, Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development, Alberta Advanced Education and Technology, Alberta Science Research Authority, and Alberta Agricultural Research Institute. The framework was developed as an overarching provincial approach to increase innovation in health and food, to meet challenges, and to take advantage of opportunities.

Benchmark site documentation : 04-AB (Mundare, Alberta)

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The purpose of this report is to chronicle the baseline soil features of the Mundare (04-AB) Benchmark Site, thereby providing a technical reference document in support of on-going monitoring... More ≫

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The purpose of this report is to chronicle the baseline soil features of the Mundare (04-AB) Benchmark Site, thereby providing a technical reference document in support of on-going monitoring research and reporting. The Mundare site is one of 23 benchmark-monitoring sites established across Canada by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada to collect baseline data to monitor trends in soil quality. It represents Black soils of the Aspen Parkland Ecoregion. The landscape is representative of the undulating to ridged and hummocky morainal terrain that is common in central Alberta.

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Beneficial management practices : environmental manual for hog producers in Alberta

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The purpose of the Beneficial Management Practices: Environmental Manual for Hog Producers in Alberta is to document, for producers and society, management options that are environmentally sound,... More ≫

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The purpose of the Beneficial Management Practices: Environmental Manual for Hog Producers in Alberta is to document, for producers and society, management options that are environmentally sound, comply with existing regulations and are economically obtainable. These guidelines describe beneficial management practices designed to protect the environment and minimize nuisances such as odour, flies, and dust.

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