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Approved water management plan for the Milk River Basin (Alberta) : Phase one

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The Approved Water Management Plan for the Milk River Basin (Alberta) provides direction for the management of water in the Alberta portion of the Milk River basin. The recommendations and... More ≫

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The Approved Water Management Plan for the Milk River Basin (Alberta) provides direction for the management of water in the Alberta portion of the Milk River basin. The recommendations and strategies contained in this plan were developed through stakeholder engagement. The focus of this plan is to provide efficiencies in the decision-making process by enabling water allocation transfers in the basin. This plan is intended to align with existing plans, policies, legislation, and inter-jurisdictional agreements that affect water management in the basin.

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Water quantity management plans and frameworks

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The Water Quantity Management Plans and Frameworks map identifies areas in the province of Alberta which are covered by planning processes that include regulatory water use limits or policy. ... More ≫

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The Water Quantity Management Plans and Frameworks map identifies areas in the province of Alberta which are covered by planning processes that include regulatory water use limits or policy. Plans and frameworks (provincial) are labelled black within the map. Transboundary water quantity agreements (inter-provincial, federal, international) are labelled blue. The Surface Water Allocation Directive would not apply to areas of the province covered by a water management plan or framework that provides water guidance.

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Guide to compelling reasons to not take the 10% holdback for water transfers within the South Saskatchewan River Basin [2015]

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This document provides guidance to all directors under the Water Act in the South Saskatchewan River Basin when considering the 10 per cent holdback on applications for water allocation transfers.

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South Saskatchewan River basin water information sheets

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The water management plan for the South Saskatchewan River recommends a balance that is broadly acceptable to the public between water consumption and environmental protection, in light of... More ≫

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The water management plan for the South Saskatchewan River recommends a balance that is broadly acceptable to the public between water consumption and environmental protection, in light of economic and social objectives and ecological requirements. The plan envisions future management in the basin combining innovative, efficient and productive water use and improved management of aquatic ecosystems. The plan also provides a foundation for future watershed management planning in the South Saskatchewan river basin.

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Water Act : transferring water allocations under a licence

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The Water Act provides for the transfer of an allocation of water held under a licence, from one parcel of land to another. This two-page fact sheet provides an overview of eligible and... More ≫

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The Water Act provides for the transfer of an allocation of water held under a licence, from one parcel of land to another. This two-page fact sheet provides an overview of eligible and non-eligible water allocations for transfer, and the process for applying for a transfer.

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Administrative guideline for transferring water allocations

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This guideline provides information and a methodology for dealing with applications for transfer of an allocation of water under a licence. The intent is to ensure transfers are handled in a... More ≫

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This guideline provides information and a methodology for dealing with applications for transfer of an allocation of water under a licence. The intent is to ensure transfers are handled in a consistent manner across the province. It will also provide assistance to those who are contemplating the transfer of an allocation of water.

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South Saskatchewan River Basin water management plan : phase one, water allocation transfers

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The South Saskatchewan River Basin Water Management Plan is designed to resolve several issues concerning water management in the basin, such as the availability of water for future allocations... More ≫

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The South Saskatchewan River Basin Water Management Plan is designed to resolve several issues concerning water management in the basin, such as the availability of water for future allocations and river flows for the aquatic environment. This report outlines the first phase of the plan which will establish a system for water allocation transfers, and recommends that no further applications for allocations in the St. Mary, Belly and Waterton Rivers be accepted.

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