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Listing of historic resources : instructions for use

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The listing of historic resources is a tool that may assist developers, industry representatives and municipalities in determining if a proposed development might affect historic resources. The... More ≫

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The listing of historic resources is a tool that may assist developers, industry representatives and municipalities in determining if a proposed development might affect historic resources. The listing identifies lands that contain or have a high potential to contain historic resources, including archaeological sites, palaeontological sites, Aboriginal traditional use sites of a historic resource nature, or historic sites and structures. This guide provides information on how to interpret and use the data in the listing.

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Alberta's public land trail guide

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Alberta's public land has a wide variety recreation trails and areas to meet the needs of campers, OHV riders, hikers, cyclists, equestrian users, hunters and anglers – from curated experiences to... More ≫

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Alberta's public land has a wide variety recreation trails and areas to meet the needs of campers, OHV riders, hikers, cyclists, equestrian users, hunters and anglers – from curated experiences to rustic adventures on designated trails on public land. This guide offers information to help users find recreation opportunities on public land and explore Alberta's beautiful public trail systems.

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Forest management herbicide reference manual [2023]

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The purpose of this manual is to ensure Forestry Division personnel and industry: are familiar with current Crown land/forest management herbicide use regulations and policies; take an active role... More ≫

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The purpose of this manual is to ensure Forestry Division personnel and industry: are familiar with current Crown land/forest management herbicide use regulations and policies; take an active role in ensuring herbicide use on Crown land is in accordance with policies and requirements; recognize obvious and important violations of provincial legislation governing herbicide use on crown land; are comfortable performing basic herbicide inspections; and are aware of incident reporting mechanisms and follow-up.

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Environmental Assessment - Stone Creek Resorts Inc. Gondola Project

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Environmental assessment registry documents pertaining to the proposed Stone Creek Resorts Inc. Gondola project. The proposal is to construct and operate an aerial passenger ropeway system along... More ≫

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Environmental assessment registry documents pertaining to the proposed Stone Creek Resorts Inc. Gondola project. The proposal is to construct and operate an aerial passenger ropeway system along with a day lodge, trail networks, viewing platforms, suspension bridge and associated utility services infrastructure as part of the Silvertip Integrated Village Resort. The proposed passenger aerial gondola would connect the base area of the Silvertip Resort to an upper terminal on the summit ridge of Mount Lady MacDonald, via a mid-station integrated with the Silvertip Resort Village. For more information on the environmental assessment process visit ea.alberta.ca.

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Alberta's guide to outdoor recreation on provincial Crown land

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Alberta's Guide to Outdoor Recreation on Provincial Crown Land is a resource for Albertans and other visitors that outlines current provincial rules and regulations for designated outdoor... More ≫

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Alberta's Guide to Outdoor Recreation on Provincial Crown Land is a resource for Albertans and other visitors that outlines current provincial rules and regulations for designated outdoor recreation activities and locations.

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Best practices for commercial fish culture facilities in Alberta

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General guidelines for commercial fish culture facilities in Alberta, including project planning, recirculation aquaculture systems and biosecurity.

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Consequence classification ratings for dams and canals

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Dam safety regulatory requirements are established based on the consequence classification of the structures and/or risks or hazards posed by the structures. Dam safety uses five consequence... More ≫

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Dam safety regulatory requirements are established based on the consequence classification of the structures and/or risks or hazards posed by the structures. Dam safety uses five consequence classifications for dams or canals based on the potential downstream consequences of a failure. The classifications are similar to those suggested by the Canadian Dam Association. The factors at risk that influence the consequence classification include downstream populations, the environment, the economy, cultural values and downstream infrastructure.

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Trail development guidelines for Alberta's public land

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A guide to the planning, classification, design, construction and management of trail experiences on public land. The guide should be used by all to improve communications, ensure consistency and... More ≫

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A guide to the planning, classification, design, construction and management of trail experiences on public land. The guide should be used by all to improve communications, ensure consistency and achieve the outcomes desired by trail enthusiasts and public land managers. The guide should be referenced during all phases of trail system planning and individual trail planning, design and construction. The guidelines are is a compilation of thinking, guidance and best practices from various trail related documents developed in the past as well as promising practices from around North America.

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Gene conservation plan for native trees of Alberta. Second edition

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Summarizes the status and gaps of Alberta's native trees with respect to forest genetic resources in their natural habitats around the province. A summary of the characteristics of each of... More ≫

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Summarizes the status and gaps of Alberta's native trees with respect to forest genetic resources in their natural habitats around the province. A summary of the characteristics of each of Alberta's native tree species is included, including relevant genetic information. This second edition includes updates on taxonomy, policy, conservation status, priorities, and gene conservation research.

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Land Use Secretariat advisory interpretation bulletin

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Advisory interpretation bulletins are released by the Land Use Secretariat to provide clarification or further information to support interpretation and understanding of land use plans.

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