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Alberta Tier 1 soil and groundwater remediation guidelines

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This document focuses on Tier 1 soil and groundwater remediation guidelines, the process used to develop them, and the manner in which they should be applied. Alberta's framework for the... More ≫

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This document focuses on Tier 1 soil and groundwater remediation guidelines, the process used to develop them, and the manner in which they should be applied. Alberta's framework for the management of contaminated sites is designed to achieve three policy outcomes: pollution prevention, health protection, and productive use. Under this framework, three management options are provided: Tier 1, Tier 2, and Exposure Control. Tier 1 remediation guidelines are generic; that is, they are developed to protect sites at the more sensitive end of the range and can therefore be used at most sites without modification.

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Alberta Tier 2 soil and groundwater remediation guidelines

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Alberta's framework for the management of contaminated sites is designed to achieve three policy outcomes: pollution prevention, health protection, and productive use. Under this framework, three... More ≫

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Alberta's framework for the management of contaminated sites is designed to achieve three policy outcomes: pollution prevention, health protection, and productive use. Under this framework, three management options are provided: Tier 1, Tier 2, and Exposure Control. Under Tier 2 it may be possible to screen out certain exposure pathways and/or modify the Tier 1 guidelines on the basis of site conditions. This companion document describes how the Tier 2 approach might be used to develop remediation objectives for a site.

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Wildlife research permit and collection licence guidance [2020]

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This collection of documents provides guidance and answers to frequently asked questions to wildlife researchers and users of the Online Permitting and Clearance (OPaC) permit application system... More ≫

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This collection of documents provides guidance and answers to frequently asked questions to wildlife researchers and users of the Online Permitting and Clearance (OPaC) permit application system for wildlife research and for some Parks research. The documents outline the application, review and approval process for wildlife research permits and collection licences.

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Alberta Wildlife Animal Care Committee class protocol #009 : canid capture, handling, immobilization and release

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Research on some species must be done according to specific protocols. The class protocol # 009 applies to foot-hold trapping, neck snaring, helicopter net-gunning, helicopter darting.. This... More ≫

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Research on some species must be done according to specific protocols. The class protocol # 009 applies to foot-hold trapping, neck snaring, helicopter net-gunning, helicopter darting.. This protocol was adopted on March 19, 2020.

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North Saskatchewan River hydrodynamic and water quality model calibration

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The application of a dynamic water quality model representing the North Saskatchewan River (NSR) reaches, being potentially impacted by activities in the Capital Region and Industrial Heartland... More ≫

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The application of a dynamic water quality model representing the North Saskatchewan River (NSR) reaches, being potentially impacted by activities in the Capital Region and Industrial Heartland (IH), was identified by the IH Steering Committee as a key component in providing support for implementation of the Water Management Framework. As such, Alberta Environment and Parks (formerly Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development) has developed a hydrodynamic and water quality model, based on the Environmental Fluid Dynamics Code (EFDC) platform for the North Saskatchewan River system. The use of this model application evaluates contaminant loadings, and their effect on river water quality, under various management and engineering options in the IH area. Additionally, the dynamic water quality model is the basis for a larger integrated model of the NSR Basin to support broader-scale watershed and regional planning.

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Fall walleye index netting at Lac La Biche, Alberta, 2014

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The Fall Walleye Index Netting survey was conducted from September 15-19, 2014. A total of 1,166 fish were caught in this survey representing 8 species. a total of 390 walleye were caught in the... More ≫

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The Fall Walleye Index Netting survey was conducted from September 15-19, 2014. A total of 1,166 fish were caught in this survey representing 8 species. a total of 390 walleye were caught in the 32 nets. The report summarizes the statistics of all the fish caught.

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Species at risk 2014-15 recovery action summary : westslope cutthroat trout

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Presents background information on the westslope cutthroat trout, including its risk category and where it can be found in Alberta. Lists the recovery plan in effect and the recovery goal for the... More ≫

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Presents background information on the westslope cutthroat trout, including its risk category and where it can be found in Alberta. Lists the recovery plan in effect and the recovery goal for the westslope cutthroat trout, strategies being used to reach the recovery goal, a short summary of progress on recent and ongoing recovery actions, and any upcoming actions being considered to aid recovery of the species.

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Species at risk 2014-15 recovery action summary : Ord's kangaroo rat

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Presents background information on the Ord's kangaroo rat, including its risk category and where it can be found in Alberta. Lists the recovery plan in effect and the recovery goal for the Ord's... More ≫

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Presents background information on the Ord's kangaroo rat, including its risk category and where it can be found in Alberta. Lists the recovery plan in effect and the recovery goal for the Ord's kangaroo rat, strategies being used to reach the recovery goal, a short summary of progress on recent and ongoing recovery actions, and any upcoming actions being considered to aid recovery of the species.

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MULTISAR : a multi-species conservation strategy for species at risk in the Grassland Natural Region of Alberta : 2014-2015 report

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The Milk River Basin Species at Risk Conservation Strategy outlines a process by provide appropriate management on critical parts of the landscape to achieve multi-species conservation. This... More ≫

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The Milk River Basin Species at Risk Conservation Strategy outlines a process by provide appropriate management on critical parts of the landscape to achieve multi-species conservation. This year's report includes a summary of existing information on species at risk, identification of data gaps, results of fish and wildlife inventories from within the project area, and a species selection process. Also included are habitat suitability models for project management species, maps showing habitat distribution throughout the Milk River Basin, descriptions of natural processes within the grassland natural region, and a demonstration of beneficial management practices.

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Provincial flood damage assessment study

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This study updated/developed flood damage curves in select communities at risk of flooding to 2014 economic values and established adjustment indices for their use in different flood prone... More ≫

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This study updated/developed flood damage curves in select communities at risk of flooding to 2014 economic values and established adjustment indices for their use in different flood prone communities across Alberta. It also developed a computerized model for estimating flood damages and undertook flood damage estimates for select communities throughout Alberta.

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