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Report on Canada Creosote site - North Bow screening level risk assessment update

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This follow-up investigation and screening level HHRA update was completed to address data gaps and recommendations outlined in the HHRA previously conducted by Golder in 2010 and 201.... More ≫

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This follow-up investigation and screening level HHRA update was completed to address data gaps and recommendations outlined in the HHRA previously conducted by Golder in 2010 and 201. Specifically, the objective of this investigation was to collect additional seasonal groundwater and soil vapour data at the site, and to update the previous HHRA based on this new data. The soil vapour sampling events carried out as part of this investigation targeted times of year when groundwater levels were expected to be at their approximate lowest and the vapour risk was assumed to be at its approximate highest.

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Environmental standards for Alberta's livestock industry : 2008 reference guide : Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA)

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The purpose of this guide is to provide agricultural operations in Alberta with information on: How the Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA) applies to various agricultural operations that... More ≫

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The purpose of this guide is to provide agricultural operations in Alberta with information on: How the Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA) applies to various agricultural operations that handle manure; The requirements and regulations under AOPA that deal with siting; manure storage, collection and application; feeding & bedding sites; livestock corrals; soil testing and analysis; and record keeping; The issues related to ongoing compliance and enforcement.

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Lower Athabasca Region groundwater management framework : supporting document for the South Athabasca oil sands (SAOS) area

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In summer of 2012, the Government of Alberta approved the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan and with it, three environmental management frameworks that aim to manage the cumulative effects of... More ≫

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In summer of 2012, the Government of Alberta approved the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan and with it, three environmental management frameworks that aim to manage the cumulative effects of different activities in the region. The Groundwater Management Framework outlines a strategy for monitoring, evaluating and reporting changes in groundwater conditions, and identifies management actions that may be taken when such changes are observed. This supporting document provides summary information about the geology and hydrogeology of the South Athabasca Oil Sands area, providing a basis for understanding groundwater conditions.

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Our water, our future : a conversation with Albertans

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The Government of Alberta is responsible for ensuring the wise use of the province's water resources on behalf of all Albertans. In entrusting this right to government, Albertans expect water will... More ≫

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The Government of Alberta is responsible for ensuring the wise use of the province's water resources on behalf of all Albertans. In entrusting this right to government, Albertans expect water will be managed and conserved to ensure a healthy environment and a high quality of life, now and in the future. In return, there is an expectation that the sustainability of this important resource will be achieved through the efforts of all citizens and their interactions with water at home, at work and at play.

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Lower Athabasca Region groundwater management framework

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In summer of 2012, the Government of Alberta approved the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan and with it, three environmental management frameworks that aim to manage the cumulative effects of... More ≫

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In summer of 2012, the Government of Alberta approved the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan and with it, three environmental management frameworks that aim to manage the cumulative effects of different activities in the region. The Groundwater Management Framework outlines a strategy for monitoring, evaluating and reporting changes in groundwater conditions, and identifies management actions that may be taken when such changes are observed.

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Looking back and moving forward : three years of working well : pilot program report 2008-2011

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Over the past three years, the Working Well pilot program has delivered community-based workshops, information resources and community outreach to private water well owners. These program elements... More ≫

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Over the past three years, the Working Well pilot program has delivered community-based workshops, information resources and community outreach to private water well owners. These program elements have ranged in audience reach and scale, some in local communities (workshops) and others being province-wide (information resources).

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Canada Creosote site - North Bow human health risk assessment

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Presents findings of a study on the human health risk assessment conducted on the former Canada Creosote site located north of the Bow River in Calgary, now a primarily residential area. The... More ≫

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Presents findings of a study on the human health risk assessment conducted on the former Canada Creosote site located north of the Bow River in Calgary, now a primarily residential area. The purpose of the study was to assess the potential risk to human health associated with possible exposure to subsurface contamination originating from the Canada Creosote site by residents.

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Groundwater management

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Presents a background article on Alberta’s demand for groundwater and how it is managed sustainably. This resource is relevant to Junior and Senior High School studies.

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Groundwater use

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Presents a background article on what determines the availability of groundwater for use in Alberta. This resource is relevant to Junior and Senior High School studies.

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Final report on Phase I environmental site assessment report North Bow River area, Calgary, Alberta

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Presents findings of a Phase I environmental site assessment conducted on the former Canada Creosote site located north of the Bow River in Calgary, now a primarily residential area. The purpose... More ≫

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Presents findings of a Phase I environmental site assessment conducted on the former Canada Creosote site located north of the Bow River in Calgary, now a primarily residential area. The purpose of the study was to support a human health risk assessment for the site with respect to creosote soil and groundwater contamination.

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