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Large animal co-ownership : on-farm slaughter operation

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This info-sheet provides the requirements for co-ownership of large live animals from an on-farm slaughter operation (OFSO). A large animal, such as bison, beef or elk is one that weighs more than... More ≫

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This info-sheet provides the requirements for co-ownership of large live animals from an on-farm slaughter operation (OFSO). A large animal, such as bison, beef or elk is one that weighs more than 227 kg (500 lbs). Ownership of the large live animal is transferred when the OFSO sells the large live animal, to a maximum of four individuals, prior to slaughter. The transfer of ownership to the four individuals must be arranged prior to slaughter as the sale of uninspected meat remains illegal in Alberta.

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Ronald Lake Buffalo Herd Cooperative Management Board annual activities

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Lists the activities of the Ronald Lake Buffalo Herd Cooperative Management Board during their reporting year. The board was established in 2019 by ministerial order to advise government on... More ≫

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Lists the activities of the Ronald Lake Buffalo Herd Cooperative Management Board during their reporting year. The board was established in 2019 by ministerial order to advise government on matters related to the long-term sustainability of the Ronald Lake bison herd, including sustainability of Indigenous traditional use of and cultural connection to the herd.

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Hay-Zama wood bison hunting season

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Information for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal hunters about the Hay-Zama Wood Bison Hunt, which has been resumed in the 2023-2024 hunting season after being suspended in the previous season.... More ≫

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Information for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal hunters about the Hay-Zama Wood Bison Hunt, which has been resumed in the 2023-2024 hunting season after being suspended in the previous season. Information includes hunting draw dates, number of licences available and other important details

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Hay-Zama wood bison aerial survey (2023)

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Presents the results of an aerial survey of wood bison in the Hay-Zama region from February 23-March 1, 2023. Aerial surveys are the primary method used to assess the population size,... More ≫

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Presents the results of an aerial survey of wood bison in the Hay-Zama region from February 23-March 1, 2023. Aerial surveys are the primary method used to assess the population size, distribution, population trends and herd composition of ungulates in Alberta. This information supports the effective management and conservation of ungulates, and is used to set hunting licence allocations, identify areas with agricultural depredation problems, and determine priority areas for recovery actions.

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Ronald Lake Buffalo Herd Cooperative Management Board strategic plan

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Sets out the strategic plan for the Ronald Lake Buffalo Herd Cooperative Management Board. The board was established in 2019 by ministerial order to advise government on matters related to the... More ≫

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Sets out the strategic plan for the Ronald Lake Buffalo Herd Cooperative Management Board. The board was established in 2019 by ministerial order to advise government on matters related to the long term sustainability of the Ronald Lake buffalo herd, including sustainability of Indigenous traditional use of and cultural connection to the herd.

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Ronald Lake Bison Herd Cooperative Management Board terms of reference

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Sets out the terms of reference for the Ronald Lake Bison Herd Cooperative Management Board. The board was established in 2019 by ministerial order to advise government on matters related to the... More ≫

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Sets out the terms of reference for the Ronald Lake Bison Herd Cooperative Management Board. The board was established in 2019 by ministerial order to advise government on matters related to the long term sustainability of the Ronald Lake bison herd, including sustainability of Indigenous traditional use of and cultural connection to the herd.

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Wabasca Bison Protection Area

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This georeferenced map shows the boundaries of the Wabasca Bison Protection Area in northern Alberta. Wood bison located within specified Wildlife Management Units (WMUs) are listed as Threatened... More ≫

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This georeferenced map shows the boundaries of the Wabasca Bison Protection Area in northern Alberta. Wood bison located within specified Wildlife Management Units (WMUs) are listed as Threatened under the Wildlife Act and Regulation, including the Wabasca population. The Wabasca Bison Protection Area provides additional protection from all hunting (by both Indigenous and non-Indigenous people) to avoid extirpation of this small population of wood bison. This map can be viewed with a standard PDF viewer, but contains additional interactive enhancements that can only be accessed through specific reader apps. A detailed description of the Wabasca Bison Protection Area boundaries can be found within Schedule 11 of the Wildlife Regulation.

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Northwest Bison Protection Area

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This georeferenced map shows the boundaries of the Northwest Bison Protection Area in northern Alberta. Wood bison located within specified Wildlife Management Units (WMUs) are listed as... More ≫

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This georeferenced map shows the boundaries of the Northwest Bison Protection Area in northern Alberta. Wood bison located within specified Wildlife Management Units (WMUs) are listed as Threatened under the Wildlife Act and Regulation, including the Hay-Zama and Etthithun Lake populations. In order to support the conservation, management and recovery of disease-free bison in northern Alberta, all hunting of wood bison within Northwest Bison Protection Area is regulated and based on issuance of a bison special licence and allocation processes for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous persons. This map can be viewed with a standard PDF viewer, but contains additional interactive enhancements that can only be accessed through specific reader apps. A detailed descriptions of the boundaries of the Northwest Bison Protection Area can be found within Schedule 11 of the Wildlife Regulation and more information on the rules and regulations governing wood bison hunting are found in the Alberta...

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Hay-Zama wood bison aerial survey (2020)

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Presents the results of an aerial survey of wood bison in the Hay-Zama region from February 19-22, 2020. Aerial surveys are the primary method used to assess the population size, distribution,... More ≫

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Presents the results of an aerial survey of wood bison in the Hay-Zama region from February 19-22, 2020. Aerial surveys are the primary method used to assess the population size, distribution, population trends and herd composition of ungulates in Alberta. This information supports the effective management and conservation of ungulates, and is used to set hunting licence allocations, identify areas with agricultural depredation problems, and determine priority areas for recovery actions.

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Upper Red Deer River Special Bison Area

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Map showing the Upper Red Deer River Special Bison Area adjacent to Banff National Park, approximately 60 kilometres west of Sundre and encompassing the Ya Ha Tinda Ranch and nearby area. The ... More ≫

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Map showing the Upper Red Deer River Special Bison Area adjacent to Banff National Park, approximately 60 kilometres west of Sundre and encompassing the Ya Ha Tinda Ranch and nearby area. The designated area is intended to support the efforts of Banff National Park to reintroduce bison by providing a buffer area where bison are protected, should they leave the reintroduction area, and until Parks Canada staff can redirect them back into the park.

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