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Forests Act contraventions

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The Alberta Government monitors compliance of forestry-related legislation, regulations and policy directives. Government is required to report all contraventions and non-compliance by disclosing... More ≫

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The Alberta Government monitors compliance of forestry-related legislation, regulations and policy directives. Government is required to report all contraventions and non-compliance by disclosing the name of the person or company who has broken the law or specific conditions, the municipality in which the person resides or the company is located, a description of the contravention, and the amount of the penalty.

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A policy for resource management of the Eastern Slopes. Revised 1984 [Updated 2023]

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Presents the Government of Alberta's resource management policy for the public lands and resources within the region, which covers an area of approximately 90,000 square kilometres of mainly... More ≫

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Presents the Government of Alberta's resource management policy for the public lands and resources within the region, which covers an area of approximately 90,000 square kilometres of mainly forest-covered mountains and foothills on the eastern slopes of Alberta's Rocky mountains. It is intended to be a guide to resource managers, industry and publics having responsibilities or interests in the area rather than a regulatory mechanism. Resource potentials and opportunities for development are identified with a view to assisting in the economic progress of Alberta.

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Castle management plan : Castle Provincial Park and Castle Wildland Provincial Park

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This document outlines the unique considerations relevant to managing Castle Provincial Park and Castle Wildland Provincial Park within the context of the system of Alberta's provincial parks. In... More ≫

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This document outlines the unique considerations relevant to managing Castle Provincial Park and Castle Wildland Provincial Park within the context of the system of Alberta's provincial parks. In the plan, each issue is given context, management objectives are identified and corresponding strategies are provided. The management plan is designed to provide a long term and comprehensive framework to guide both park operations and park developments. It has been produced in consultation with Albertans, stakeholders and First Nations, and is intended to help achieve sustainable protection of the valuable natural and cultural resources, and to provide the foundation for long-term economic benefits to the people of Alberta.

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South Saskatchewan regional plan 2014-2024 : amended February 2017

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Alberta’s Land-use Framework (LUF), released in December 2008, sets out a new approach to managing the province’s land and natural resources to achieve Alberta’s long-term economic, environmental... More ≫

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Alberta’s Land-use Framework (LUF), released in December 2008, sets out a new approach to managing the province’s land and natural resources to achieve Alberta’s long-term economic, environmental and social goals. The LUF establishes seven new land-use regions and calls for the development of a regional plan for each. The South Saskatchewan Regional Plan sets the stage for robust growth, vibrant communities and a healthy environment within the region over the next 50 years. This resource presents an amendment of the original plan published in 2014.

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Update report on Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development's upstream oil and gas reclamation certificate program

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The Province introduced reclamation certificates in 1963 to promote reclamation of industrially disturbed private lands. The program was expanded to include public lands in 1978 and revised in... More ≫

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The Province introduced reclamation certificates in 1963 to promote reclamation of industrially disturbed private lands. The program was expanded to include public lands in 1978 and revised in 2003 to increase the province's ability to handle certificate applications while maintaining environmental standards.

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Advice to the Government of Alberta for consideration in the development of the North Saskatchewan Regional Plan

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The North Saskatchewan Regional Advisory Council was appointed by Cabinet to provide strategic advice in the development of the North Saskatchewan Regional Plan. In its advice submitted to the... More ≫

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The North Saskatchewan Regional Advisory Council was appointed by Cabinet to provide strategic advice in the development of the North Saskatchewan Regional Plan. In its advice submitted to the government in December 2014, the council provided 69 recommendations in six topic areas: managing wetlands and lakes as part of watershed management; supporting biodiversity in the region; inclusion of Indigenous Peoples in land-use planning; community growth and community land-use planning; management of outdoor recreation; and economic development.

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Efficient use of land implementation tools compendium

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The Alberta Land-use Framework consists of seven basic strategies to improve land-use decision-making in order to achieve Alberta's long-term economic, environmental and social goals. It provides... More ≫

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The Alberta Land-use Framework consists of seven basic strategies to improve land-use decision-making in order to achieve Alberta's long-term economic, environmental and social goals. It provides a blueprint for improved land-use management and decision-making that addresses Alberta's growth pressures.

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Lower Athabasca regional plan strategies

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As part of the ongoing implementation of the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan, the Government of Alberta is moving forward with the development of several key planning initiatives - among them a... More ≫

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As part of the ongoing implementation of the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan, the Government of Alberta is moving forward with the development of several key planning initiatives - among them a Biodiversity Management Framework, Landscape Management Plan and the South Athabasca Oil Sands Regional Strategic Assessment and Sub-regional plan. The LARP identifies strategic directions that will improve our ability to achieve desired economic, environmental and social outcomes in the region.

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2010 reclamation criteria for wellsites and associated facilities for forested lands

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The aim of reclamation under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act is to obtain "equivalent land capacity," which is defined as the ability of the land to support various land uses... More ≫

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The aim of reclamation under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act is to obtain "equivalent land capacity," which is defined as the ability of the land to support various land uses after conservation and reclamation similar to the ability that existed prior to activity being conducted on the land. The criteria presented in this document are to be used to evaluate whether a site has met equivalent land capability. The criteria are based on land function and operability that will support the production of goods and services consistent in quality and quantity with the surrounding landscape.

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Experimental economic evaluation of offset design options for Alberta : research report

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A conservation offset is a tool that enables industry to offset adverse effects of their activities and development by supporting conservation efforts on other lands. In 2009 the Government of... More ≫

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A conservation offset is a tool that enables industry to offset adverse effects of their activities and development by supporting conservation efforts on other lands. In 2009 the Government of Alberta commissioned a study to conduct an analysis of conservation offset options for Alberta. The objective of the study was to evaluate a suite of design options in terms of their ecological and economic impacts and their institutional feasibility. The purpose of the analysis is to provide a deeper understanding of the impact of different offset design options on policy goals, and demonstrate through a proof of concept how different policy options could work in a scaled-up regulated offset market. This report summarizes research on offset policy options carried out under the project.

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