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Peregrine falcon recovery plan : public comment response summary

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The responses to comments left in the Peregrine Falcon Recovery Plan survey are summarized in this report.

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Coal policy engagement : initial engagement survey results

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Presents the results of a survey conducted March 29 to April 19, 2021 as part of the Coal Policy engagement process. The purpose of the engagement process is to support the development of a coal ... More ≫

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Presents the results of a survey conducted March 29 to April 19, 2021 as part of the Coal Policy engagement process. The purpose of the engagement process is to support the development of a coal policy which will protect the areas Albertans cherish while allowing responsible resource development in appropriate places.

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Local Authorities Election Act : sample forms and instructions - for jurisdictions not conducting an election in conjunction with the senate election and referendum vote

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This manual will assist returning officers and other election officials in municipalities across Alberta with their election processes and procedures. This document may also be accessed by members ... More ≫

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This manual will assist returning officers and other election officials in municipalities across Alberta with their election processes and procedures. This document may also be accessed by members of the public and potential candidates who are seeking to better understand the election process. The manual is to be used in conjunction with the Local Authorities Election Act and follows the various procedures as set out in legislation.

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Local Authorities Election Act : sample forms and instructions - for jurisdictions conducting elections in conjunction with the senate election and referendum vote

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This manual will assist returning officers and other election officials in municipalities across Alberta with their election processes and procedures. This document may also be accessed by members ... More ≫

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This manual will assist returning officers and other election officials in municipalities across Alberta with their election processes and procedures. This document may also be accessed by members of the public and potential candidates who are seeking to better understand the election process. The manual is to be used in conjunction with the Local Authorities Election Act and follows the various procedures as set out in legislation.

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Disturbance standard for temporary seasonal docks and other mooring structures for personal recreational purposes

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Albertans shared their feedback on the draft Mooring Disturbance Standard in May 2020 and from November 2 to December 14, 2020 through two online surveys. The purpose of the disturbance standard ... More ≫

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Albertans shared their feedback on the draft Mooring Disturbance Standard in May 2020 and from November 2 to December 14, 2020 through two online surveys. The purpose of the disturbance standard is to set the maximum acceptable footprint for temporary seasonal docks, temporary seasonal boat lifts and associated mooring structures for personal recreational purposes on the beds and shores of Alberta’s recreational lakes and rivers that are public land owned by the Crown. The disturbance standard creates a general permission for most waterfront, semi-waterfront and municipal dock owners and eliminates the need for them to apply for an authorization if they abide by the standards.

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Mooring standard engagement

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Albertans shared their feedback on the draft Mooring Disturbance Standard in May 2020 and from November 2 to December 14, 2020 through two online surveys. The purpose of the disturbance standard ... More ≫

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Albertans shared their feedback on the draft Mooring Disturbance Standard in May 2020 and from November 2 to December 14, 2020 through two online surveys. The purpose of the disturbance standard is to set the maximum acceptable footprint for temporary seasonal docks, temporary seasonal boat lifts and associated mooring structures for personal recreational purposes on the beds and shores of Alberta’s recreational lakes and rivers that are public land owned by the Crown. The disturbance standard creates a general permission for most waterfront, semi-waterfront and municipal dock owners and eliminates the need for them to apply for an authorization if they abide by the standards.

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Highlights : what we heard on employment standards and labour relations

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A summary of the results of a public survey on employment standards rules, and targeted stakeholder consultation on labour relations.

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Wapiti River Water Management Plan

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The stakeholder developed Wapiti River Water Management Plan provides water allocation guidance as a Water Conservation Objective, which balances water consumption, protection of the aquatic ... More ≫

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The stakeholder developed Wapiti River Water Management Plan provides water allocation guidance as a Water Conservation Objective, which balances water consumption, protection of the aquatic environment, and allows for economic growth now and into the future.

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What we heard : Tobacco and Smoking Reduction Act review

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The report summarizes input received from the Tobacco and Smoking Reduction Act (TSRA) 2019 review engagement, involving close to 10,000 people attending consultation meetings or completing an ... More ≫

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The report summarizes input received from the Tobacco and Smoking Reduction Act (TSRA) 2019 review engagement, involving close to 10,000 people attending consultation meetings or completing an online public survey.

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Survey highlights : choice in education

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A public survey open to all Albertans was conducted to support the development of a Choice in Education Act, which would support and enhance choice within Alberta's existing educational system. ... More ≫

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A public survey open to all Albertans was conducted to support the development of a Choice in Education Act, which would support and enhance choice within Alberta's existing educational system. This document summarizes the key findings and themes from the survey responses, including opinions on what needed improvement, and where changes could be made.

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Wapiti River water management plan [DRAFT]

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In response to concerns about Wapiti River water diversions during winter low flow periods, the Wapiti River Water Management Plan Steering Committee was established in 2012 to develop ... More ≫

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In response to concerns about Wapiti River water diversions during winter low flow periods, the Wapiti River Water Management Plan Steering Committee was established in 2012 to develop recommendations for water use in the Wapiti River basin. The steering committee engaged with the public, stakeholders and Indigenous communities and organizations and developed a draft version of a managagement plan which would provide guidance and recommendations on balancing the needs of municipal water supply, industry uses, agriculture and other uses, while ensuring a healthy aquatic ecosystem in the Alberta portion of the Wapiti River basin. Feedback was solicited by releasing this draft plan and summary documents in this record for public review.

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Surface water allocation directive [DRAFT]

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Targeted information sessions for the Surface Water Allocation Directive internal operational policy were held in Calgary and Edmonton, October 1st and 2nd, 2018 for stakeholders involved in Water ... More ≫

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Targeted information sessions for the Surface Water Allocation Directive internal operational policy were held in Calgary and Edmonton, October 1st and 2nd, 2018 for stakeholders involved in Water Act licence applications. Environmental non-governmental organizations also participated in the information sessions and information letters were sent to Indigenous organizations and communities. Feedback was received through an online survey open from October 1 - November 9, 2018. Feedback was also provided via email and letters, leading to in-person follow up meetings when requested. The final policy provides operational water allocation decision guidance based on scientifically defensible rulesets to address the cumulative effects of water diversions while considering economic objectives

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Alberta fisheries management engagement sessions

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This record contains resources used by Alberta Environment and Parks at open house events held in 11 locations across Alberta in January 2020, to garner public feedback to proposals to enhance ... More ≫

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This record contains resources used by Alberta Environment and Parks at open house events held in 11 locations across Alberta in January 2020, to garner public feedback to proposals to enhance recreational fishing opportunities across the province. Feedback from the public would be used to inform the 2020 Alberta Sportfishing Regulations, and would also be considered as part of an updated fisheries management plan.

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Wildlife renewable energy protocols [DRAFT]

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Two DRAFT protocols were presented on and shared with participants of the Alberta Society of Professional Biologist Conference (ASPB) Conference on November 21st, 2019. DRAFT Post Construction ... More ≫

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Two DRAFT protocols were presented on and shared with participants of the Alberta Society of Professional Biologist Conference (ASPB) Conference on November 21st, 2019. DRAFT Post Construction Monitoring Protocols, and DRAFT Bird Migration Survey Protocols.

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Bow basin water management options : conceptual assessment

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A May 2017 report from the Bow River Working Group provided advice on new reservoir storage on the Bow River upstream of Calgary to reduce flood and drought risk, and identified three reservoir ... More ≫

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A May 2017 report from the Bow River Working Group provided advice on new reservoir storage on the Bow River upstream of Calgary to reduce flood and drought risk, and identified three reservoir options that warranted further study. In November 2018, Environment and Parks commissioned the development of conceptual engineering designs for the three options. This package contains a brochure and materials used at public information sessions held in September and October 2019 to discuss progress on the conceptual assessments for the three options, and next steps.

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Alberta Pygmy Whitefish (prosopium coultery) recovery plan [DRAFT]

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The public was invited to provide input into the draft Pygmy Whitefish Recovery Plan between May 31, 2018 and July 2, 2018. The survey was visited by 91 people and completed by 15 people. The ... More ≫

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The public was invited to provide input into the draft Pygmy Whitefish Recovery Plan between May 31, 2018 and July 2, 2018. The survey was visited by 91 people and completed by 15 people. The goals of the Pygmy Whitefish Recovery Plan are to maintain existing populations and to reduce the risk of population loss caused by threats such as accidental spills.

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2019-2020 fisheries regulation changes online consultation summary

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Summarizes the results gathered from an online consultation to seek input on the fishery management objectives and associated actions for lakes with proposed regulation changes for 2019-2020. The ... More ≫

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Summarizes the results gathered from an online consultation to seek input on the fishery management objectives and associated actions for lakes with proposed regulation changes for 2019-2020. The consultation was open from mid-November to mid-December 2018.

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Bow River access plan : final plan

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The Bow River Access Plan (Plan) supports the broader provincial outcomes of providing Albertans more access to nature, recreation and tourism opportunities identified in Alberta’s Plan for Parks ... More ≫

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The Bow River Access Plan (Plan) supports the broader provincial outcomes of providing Albertans more access to nature, recreation and tourism opportunities identified in Alberta’s Plan for Parks (2009) and Alberta’s Tourism Framework (2013).

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Bow River access plan : what we heard report

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The Bow River Access Plan (Plan) supports the broader provincial outcomes of providing Albertans more access to nature, recreation and tourism opportunities identified in Alberta’s Plan for Parks ... More ≫

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The Bow River Access Plan (Plan) supports the broader provincial outcomes of providing Albertans more access to nature, recreation and tourism opportunities identified in Alberta’s Plan for Parks (2009) and Alberta’s Tourism Framework (2013). This document presents a number of common issues were raised during the engagement sessions and through the online surveys and provides government responses to these..

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Alberta peregrine falcon recovery plan [DRAFT]

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The peregrine falcon, a migratory bird of prey once listed as Endangered, is now listed as Threatened in Alberta in recognition of an increasing population and demonstrated improvements in ... More ≫

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The peregrine falcon, a migratory bird of prey once listed as Endangered, is now listed as Threatened in Alberta in recognition of an increasing population and demonstrated improvements in reproductive performance. The goals of this recovery plan include the attainment of a well-distributed, average population of 70 territorial pairs of peregrine falcons in Alberta by 2010. The DRAFT recovery plan outlines the associated outcome, progress measure and recovery action for each strategy.

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