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Green Area and White Area with national parks and forest management units

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The Alberta Green Area and White Area map was generated using the Green/White Area dataset. The map is used for administrative purposes by the departments of Environment and Parks, and... More ≫

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The Alberta Green Area and White Area map was generated using the Green/White Area dataset. The map is used for administrative purposes by the departments of Environment and Parks, and Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economics Development.

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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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Alberta Municipalities Driving Distance Table

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A driving distance matrix in kilometers between 392 Alberta municipalities.

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Alberta Township System to Census Subdivision Concordance

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Concordance file showing which Census Subdivision a particular Township land parcel is in. Also has geo-coordinate for CSD centre. For general use purposes, as some inaccuracies may exist.

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Farmers' Advocate Office annual report

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The Farmers' Advocate Office serves as a resource for Alberta farmers, ranchers, and rural landowners, and works to ensure that the rights and interests of rural Albertans are recognized,... More ≫

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The Farmers' Advocate Office serves as a resource for Alberta farmers, ranchers, and rural landowners, and works to ensure that the rights and interests of rural Albertans are recognized, understood, and protected. The annual reports contains financial information of the Office and highlights some of the key activities of and issues facing the Office during the fiscal year.

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Blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) in surface water sources for agricultural usage

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This fact sheet provides information on the diagnosis and treatment of cyanobacteria in sources of surface water used for agricultural purposes. Blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria, are natural... More ≫

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This fact sheet provides information on the diagnosis and treatment of cyanobacteria in sources of surface water used for agricultural purposes. Blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria, are natural inhabitants of surface waters and are widely present in dugouts and reservoirs. However, they can become a problem when conditions promote rapid growth and eventual death and decomposition.

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Rural gas utility franchise areas

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This map presents the rural gas utility franchise areas.

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State of business vitality in rural Alberta : analysis of twelve Alberta Business Vitality Initiatives (BVIs)

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The Business Vitality Initiative (BVI) helps communities assess their capacity to work with and support entrepreneurs, and to foster small business growth. The BVI measures the perceptions of... More ≫

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The Business Vitality Initiative (BVI) helps communities assess their capacity to work with and support entrepreneurs, and to foster small business growth. The BVI measures the perceptions of community leaders, business people and citizens about the current business environment in their community and compares the results to an average of other communities to determine possible short and long-term actions the community can undertake to improve its business friendliness.

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Prohibited noxious weeds

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This set of information sheets will help users familiarize themselves with plants designated as prohibited noxious weeds in Alberta, to help avoid their introduction and minimize their spread.... More ≫

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This set of information sheets will help users familiarize themselves with plants designated as prohibited noxious weeds in Alberta, to help avoid their introduction and minimize their spread. Weeds listed in the Alberta Weed Control Act as prohibited noxious and noxious are a threat to Alberta's environment, economy and society, and have the potential to degrade habitats, reduce biodiversity, increase erosion, cause wildfires, reduce property value, create obstacles to international trade and cause reduction in productivity of agricultural land. Under the Alberta Weed Control Act, prohibited noxious weeds need to be destroyed.

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