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Remedial action plan guide

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This guide provides information on the requirements of Alberta Environment and Parks (AEP) for remedial action plans, outlined in the Remediation Regulation, for contaminated sites regulated by AEP.

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Environmental Protection Security Fund annual report

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The purpose of the fund is to hold security deposits to assure satisfactory land reclamation will be carried out pursuant to approvals under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act ... More ≫

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The purpose of the fund is to hold security deposits to assure satisfactory land reclamation will be carried out pursuant to approvals under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act (EPEA). When conditions of the approval are met and a reclamation certificate is issued, the funds are returned to the depositor.

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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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Alberta limited remediation certificate guide

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This guide and the Limited Remediation Certificate Application Form (AEP, 2019a) are for use by applicants applying to Alberta Environment and Parks’ (AEP; “Department”) for a Limited Remediation ... More ≫

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This guide and the Limited Remediation Certificate Application Form (AEP, 2019a) are for use by applicants applying to Alberta Environment and Parks’ (AEP; “Department”) for a Limited Remediation Certificate. Guidance is provided on the Department’s requirements for a remediation certificate application, in accordance with Section 3.1 of the Remediation Regulation (GOA, 2019).

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Alberta tier 2 compliance letter guide

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The purpose of the Tier 2 Compliance Letter Guide (“Guide”) is to provide instructions concerning the Department’s processes for issuing an administrative closure letter for an area of land or a ... More ≫

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The purpose of the Tier 2 Compliance Letter Guide (“Guide”) is to provide instructions concerning the Department’s processes for issuing an administrative closure letter for an area of land or a site that meets Alberta Tier 2 guidelines and does not require remediation. This Guide is intended to be used by applicants applying for a Tier 2 Compliance Letter, and outlines the information that must be submitted to the Department when applying for a Tier 2 Compliance Letter under Section 2.5 of the Remediation Regulation (GOA, 2019).

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Alberta's Remediation Certificate Program

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This fact sheet describes the effect on applications for remediation certificates as a result of amendments to what was formerly the Remediation Certificate Regulation. The amendments are in ... More ≫

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This fact sheet describes the effect on applications for remediation certificates as a result of amendments to what was formerly the Remediation Certificate Regulation. The amendments are in effect as of January 1, 2019.

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Alberta site-based remediation certificate guide

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This guide is meant for use by anyone applying to for a site-based remediation certificate. Guidance is provided on requirements for a remediation certificate application, in accordance with ... More ≫

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This guide is meant for use by anyone applying to for a site-based remediation certificate. Guidance is provided on requirements for a remediation certificate application, in accordance with Section 3.1 of the Remediation Regulation. Effective as of January 1, 2019.

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Alberta risk management plan guide

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Presents Alberta Environment and Parks policy for risk management plans for contaminated sites in Alberta. This policy applies when assessing exposure control as an option for managing ... More ≫

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Presents Alberta Environment and Parks policy for risk management plans for contaminated sites in Alberta. This policy applies when assessing exposure control as an option for managing contaminated land in Alberta. It provides guidance on the Department's and the Alberta Energy Regulator's requirements for risk management plans. This document is intended to be used for the preparation of risk management plans submitted to the Department or Regulator for any type of contaminated site. It outlines the information that must be contained in a complete risk management plan submitted to the Department or Regulator. It is expected to be used by site managers, environmental professionals and project managers who develop, implement and maintain risk management plans for contaminated sites.

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Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program : user and volunteer groups guide

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The Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program provides funding to restore and repair backcountry trail systems on public lands along the Eastern Slopes that were impacted by 2013 flood ... More ≫

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The Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program provides funding to restore and repair backcountry trail systems on public lands along the Eastern Slopes that were impacted by 2013 flood events. This resource is intended for individuals and groups who want to volunteer to assist in the work of restoring the backcountry affected by the flooding.

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Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program : volunteer guide

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The Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program provides funding to restore and repair backcountry trail systems on public lands along the Eastern Slopes that were impacted by 2013 flood ... More ≫

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The Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program provides funding to restore and repair backcountry trail systems on public lands along the Eastern Slopes that were impacted by 2013 flood events. This resource is intended for volunteers who want to volunteer to assist in the work of restoring the backcountry affected by the flooding.

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Contaminated sites policy framework

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This document presents the Government of Alberta's policy framework for the management of contaminated sites. It applies when developing and assessing options for management of contaminated lands ... More ≫

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This document presents the Government of Alberta's policy framework for the management of contaminated sites. It applies when developing and assessing options for management of contaminated lands in Alberta.

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Criteria and indicators framework for oil sands mine reclamation certification

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Provides direction and guidance related to oil sands mine reclamation and closure planning, and certification. The framework is a preliminary step in defining a structured process and information ... More ≫

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Provides direction and guidance related to oil sands mine reclamation and closure planning, and certification. The framework is a preliminary step in defining a structured process and information requirements for oil sands mine reclamation certification. As it stands now, the Framework is not complete and requires further development before implementation. The conditions of approvals issued to each oil sands mine operator under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act continue to provide direction for reclamation and closure planning. When completed, the Framework will support applications for reclamation certification, after which the land can be returned to the Crown.

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Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program

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Describes the Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program, which commenced in March 2014 and provides funding to restore and repair backcountry trail systems on public lands along the Eastern ... More ≫

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Describes the Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program, which commenced in March 2014 and provides funding to restore and repair backcountry trail systems on public lands along the Eastern Slopes that were impacted by 2013 flood events. Restoring the trail systems in these flood affected areas serves not only to maintain recreational opportunities but also provides critical support to the economic, environmental and social benefits that were compromised by the flood.

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A guide to remediation certificates for upstream oil & gas sites

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The Remediation Certificate Regulation has been developed as a formal system of regulatory closure for sites that fall under Part 5 of the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act. This ... More ≫

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The Remediation Certificate Regulation has been developed as a formal system of regulatory closure for sites that fall under Part 5 of the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act. This legislation provides certainty to site owners, managers and other stakeholders involved with a contaminated site. It ensures that regulatory issues for a given release are no longer a concern under a given land use within a remediated area.

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A guide to remediation certificates for contaminated sites

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The Government of Alberta is committed to promoting the return of contaminated sites to productive use, while ensuring risks to human health and the environment are minimized. To this end, the ... More ≫

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The Government of Alberta is committed to promoting the return of contaminated sites to productive use, while ensuring risks to human health and the environment are minimized. To this end, the Remediation Certificate Regulation was developed as a formal system of regulatory closure for sites that fall under Part 5 of the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act. This guide provides an overview of contaminated sites management as related to the Regulation. It applies to all contaminated sites except public or private land held, being or been used for upstream oil and gas production.

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Alberta brownfield redevelopment : practical approaches to achieve productive community use : recommendations to the Minister of Environment and Sustainable Resource Development and the Minister of Municipal Affairs, Government of Alberta

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A brownfield site is defined as "an abandoned, vacant, derelict or underutilized property where past actions have resulted in actual or perceived contamination and where there is an active ... More ≫

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A brownfield site is defined as "an abandoned, vacant, derelict or underutilized property where past actions have resulted in actual or perceived contamination and where there is an active potential for productive community use including reuse and full redevelopment." The Working Group analyzed information from Alberta and other jurisdictions, identified issues, created and evaluated options to prepare recommendations and advice for the Minister of Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development, and Municipal Affairs.

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Contaminated sites management : soil remediation guidelines for barite

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Alberta Environment has released revised guidelines for the remediation of barite-contaminated sites. The Barite Soil Remediation Guidelines have been revised to reflect updated toxicity ... More ≫

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Alberta Environment has released revised guidelines for the remediation of barite-contaminated sites. The Barite Soil Remediation Guidelines have been revised to reflect updated toxicity information. Assessing Drilling Waste Disposal Areas and the Alberta Tier 1 Soil and Groundwater Remediation Guidelines have been revised to incorporate the new barite guidelines.

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Contaminated sites management : tier 1 and 2 soil and groundwater remediation guidelines

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Fact sheet describing Alberta's Tier 1 and Tier 2 guidelines and their application to assessment and remediation of contaminated sites in Alberta.

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Competencies for remediation and reclamation advisory committee : recommendations report

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The Committee’s work addresses competencies for a full range of remediation and reclamation sites. It recommends competencies that have general application to all sites, and provides an additional ... More ≫

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The Committee’s work addresses competencies for a full range of remediation and reclamation sites. It recommends competencies that have general application to all sites, and provides an additional description of related tasks often required for successful reclamation of upstream oil and gas sites.

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Alberta Environment oil and gas remediation and reclamation advisory committee : recommendations to Minister

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The Alberta government has developed a new reclamation program that is designed to strengthen the approach to contaminant management and enhances capacity needed to deal with an increasing ... More ≫

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The Alberta government has developed a new reclamation program that is designed to strengthen the approach to contaminant management and enhances capacity needed to deal with an increasing workload in conventional oil and gas decommissioning. the old wellsite inquiry process has been replaced by a combination of technical review of applications and post-certification field audits. Use of specialists is encouraged for the first two years of the new program and, thereafter will be required.

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