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Bugs and diseases [Vols 31 to current]

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The Bugs and Diseases newsletter informs forest industry and other forestry related personnel about current forest health issues.

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Alberta’s forest economy : a handbook of public economic and socioeconomic accounts

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This annual publication offers a broad compilation of publicly-available economic and socioeconomic statistics that explore the well-being of Alberta's forests and the economic contribution of the... More ≫

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This annual publication offers a broad compilation of publicly-available economic and socioeconomic statistics that explore the well-being of Alberta's forests and the economic contribution of the forest industry.

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Safe campfires : wildfire prevention tips

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Alberta Wildfire safety brochure about campfires. Includes information about site selection, campfire preparation and how to properly extinguish a campfire.

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Working in smoky environments : OHS information for employers and workers

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Smoke from wildfires is common in Alberta in the spring, summer and autumn months. This resource discusses exposure risks when working in smoky environments, hazard control and related legislation.

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Community Hazardous Fuels Reduction (CHFR) Program - reforestation requirements

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The Community Hazardous Fuels Reduction (CHFR) Program Reforestation Requirements establish mandatory reforestation direction for eligible CHFR openings effective January 1, 2026. Together, the... More ≫

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The Community Hazardous Fuels Reduction (CHFR) Program Reforestation Requirements establish mandatory reforestation direction for eligible CHFR openings effective January 1, 2026. Together, the letter and supporting attachments outline provincial requirements for post-harvest forest transitions, reforestation strategies, regeneration standards, and reporting processes to support hazardous fuels reduction objectives around designated communities.

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Fire weather index legend

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Codes and indices that are indicators of the dryness of the forest fuels and give relative measure of the burning conditions that can be expected for a "standard" fuel type. Each code is given a... More ≫

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Codes and indices that are indicators of the dryness of the forest fuels and give relative measure of the burning conditions that can be expected for a "standard" fuel type. Each code is given a hazard rating from "Low" to "Extreme".

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Prescribed fire

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A prescribed fire is the planned and controlled use of fire as a tool to help meet wildfire and forest management goals. This brochure explains why, when, and how Alberta uses prescribed fires to... More ≫

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A prescribed fire is the planned and controlled use of fire as a tool to help meet wildfire and forest management goals. This brochure explains why, when, and how Alberta uses prescribed fires to promote healthy, sustainable forests. Prescribed fires are done by trained professionals to minimize smoke effects and maximize benefits to a burn site.

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Brush piles and windrows : safe burning practices

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Brush piles and windrows are commonly used to burn woody debris from land clearing for agricultural and development purposes. Alberta Wildfire can advise you on how to construct your burn site so... More ≫

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Brush piles and windrows are commonly used to burn woody debris from land clearing for agricultural and development purposes. Alberta Wildfire can advise you on how to construct your burn site so it meets the guidelines for safe burning practices required for your fire permit.

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Burn barrels : safe burning practices

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Alberta Wildfire safety brochure about the practice of burning debris in burn barrels. Includes information about safe burning practices, as well as allowable and restricted burning materials.

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Fire permits : safe burning practices

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Alberta Wildfire safety brochure about fire permits and how to obtain one when planning a burn. Includes information about safe burning practices, as well as allowable and restricted burning materials. More ≫

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Alberta Wildfire safety brochure about fire permits and how to obtain one when planning a burn. Includes information about safe burning practices, as well as allowable and restricted burning materials.

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