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Directive : coal and oil sands exploration reclamation requirements

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This directive provides the Coal Exploration Program and Oil Sands Exploration requirements for reclamation certification: criteria, assessment methodology, and sampling methodology. It applies to... More ≫

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This directive provides the Coal Exploration Program and Oil Sands Exploration requirements for reclamation certification: criteria, assessment methodology, and sampling methodology. It applies to public and private land.

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Restricted exploration areas

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As per Section 11 of the Exploration Regulation (AR 284/2006), no person shall conduct exploration, operate a type of energy source, conduct a method of exploration, etc., in any area of Alberta... More ≫

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As per Section 11 of the Exploration Regulation (AR 284/2006), no person shall conduct exploration, operate a type of energy source, conduct a method of exploration, etc., in any area of Alberta in which exploration is prohibited or restricted except in accordance with the conditions of the exploration directive.

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Application for exploration approval

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Provides an overview of the requirement to apply for approval to conduct seismic/geophysical operations in Alberta.

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Clearing of vegetation on road allowances

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In some cases, vegetation may need to be cleared on surveyed road allowances as part of conducting an approved exploration program. The requirements and procedures for clearing of vegetation on... More ≫

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In some cases, vegetation may need to be cleared on surveyed road allowances as part of conducting an approved exploration program. The requirements and procedures for clearing of vegetation on road allowances are set forth in this directive, ss per Section 56 of the Exploration Regulation.

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Development of exploration directives

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Outlines the procedures to be following for the development of exploration directives that are not already identified in Schedule 1 of the Exploration Regulation, or amendments to existing... More ≫

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Outlines the procedures to be following for the development of exploration directives that are not already identified in Schedule 1 of the Exploration Regulation, or amendments to existing exploration directives.

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Request for transfer of licence

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Pursuant to Section 65 of the Exploration Regulation (AR 284/2006), the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) can transfer a program of exploration from one licence to another licence if both the current... More ≫

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Pursuant to Section 65 of the Exploration Regulation (AR 284/2006), the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) can transfer a program of exploration from one licence to another licence if both the current program licensee and the prospective program licensee agree. This directive outlines the requirements and procedures for a transfer of licence.

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Charges in shot holes and depth of shot and test holes that exceed maximum levels

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The requirements and procedures for exceeding the maximum depth of a shot hole, test hole, or the maximum charge size are set forth in this directive.

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Commencement and completion notification

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This directive sets the requirements that a company must notify the government within 5 business days of start up and completion of an approved geophysical/seismic program.

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Geophysical temporary field authorization

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Under Section 31 of the Exploration Regulation (AR 284/2006), the program licensee or the program permittee as defined in sections 1 (ee) and 1 (ff) of the Exploration Regulation for an approved... More ≫

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Under Section 31 of the Exploration Regulation (AR 284/2006), the program licensee or the program permittee as defined in sections 1 (ee) and 1 (ff) of the Exploration Regulation for an approved program may request a geophysical Temporary Field Authorization for additional land use from the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER). The AER may approve minor field amendments for programs on road allowances or private lands.

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Cleanup of debris, refuse and other material

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Establishes the requirement that all debris, refuse and other material resulting from the conduct of an approved exploration program be cleaned up and disposed of in accordance with this... More ≫

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Establishes the requirement that all debris, refuse and other material resulting from the conduct of an approved exploration program be cleaned up and disposed of in accordance with this directive, in accordance with Section 57 of the Exploration Regulation.

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