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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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Extension to an exploration approval

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The term of an exploration approval may be extended if the program licensee or a person authorized by the program licensee makes a written request to the Minister. This directive lays out the... More ≫

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The term of an exploration approval may be extended if the program licensee or a person authorized by the program licensee makes a written request to the Minister. This directive lays out the procedure for extending the approval.

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Application for license or permit

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Sets out the requirements for exploration permit or license in order to conduct seismic/geophysical operations in Alberta.

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Letter of clearance

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Pursuant to Section 58 of the Exploration Regulation, the program licensee must make an application to the Alberta Energy Regulator for a Letter of Clearance for programs of exploration conducted... More ≫

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Pursuant to Section 58 of the Exploration Regulation, the program licensee must make an application to the Alberta Energy Regulator for a Letter of Clearance for programs of exploration conducted on public lands within two years of the date of program completion. This exploration directive sets out the requirements and procedures for obtaining a letter of clearance.

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