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Water Act : approvals

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Before taking on any construction activity in a water body in Alberta, an approval under the province's Water Act must be obtained. This fact sheet explains how to apply for an approval and ... More ≫

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Before taking on any construction activity in a water body in Alberta, an approval under the province's Water Act must be obtained. This fact sheet explains how to apply for an approval and briefly outlines the application review, issuance, appeals and enforcement processes.

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Water Act : storm water management : requirements under Alberta’s Water Act for storm water runoff and outfall works

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This fact sheet provides information on the requirements under the Water Act for storm water runoff and outfall works.

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Application information requirements : information sheet

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The purpose of this document is to provide a listing of the minimum information requirements that should be considered by applicants when preparing new applications that require authorization ... More ≫

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The purpose of this document is to provide a listing of the minimum information requirements that should be considered by applicants when preparing new applications that require authorization under the Water Act and Public Lands Act. This list outlines information that can help increase the likelihood of an application being accepted, reviewed and considered for approval in a timely manner.

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Application delays and deficiencies : information sheet

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This document provides an information table related to the application delays and deficiencies commonly noted for applications in the South Saskatchewan Region (SSR). Information in the table is ... More ≫

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This document provides an information table related to the application delays and deficiencies commonly noted for applications in the South Saskatchewan Region (SSR). Information in the table is grouped into the three application phases: Pre-Application; Application; and Post-Authorization.

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Table: water bodies with high conservation value for westslope cutthroat trout (WSCT)

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This table presents locations of water bodies with high conservation value for Westslope Cutthroat Trout (WSCT). Includes downstream end stream name, latitude, longitude, and upstream end stream ... More ≫

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This table presents locations of water bodies with high conservation value for Westslope Cutthroat Trout (WSCT). Includes downstream end stream name, latitude, longitude, and upstream end stream names.

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Accepted practices for hardening pipeline crossings to provide scour protection

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This directive establishes direction for managing notifications submitted under the code of practice with respect to armoring the bed and bank of water bodies where the pipeline is not meeting ... More ≫

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This directive establishes direction for managing notifications submitted under the code of practice with respect to armoring the bed and bank of water bodies where the pipeline is not meeting scour depth requirement.

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Pesticide use in or near water

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Regulations of pesticide use in or near water helps to protect the water, wildlife and surrounding riparian vegetation from pesticide exposure and contamination while allowing the control of pests ... More ≫

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Regulations of pesticide use in or near water helps to protect the water, wildlife and surrounding riparian vegetation from pesticide exposure and contamination while allowing the control of pests that impact the waterbody and riparian areas.

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Water Act : upstream oil and gas activity in and near a water body

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This fact sheet provides information on the requirements under Alberta's Water Act for upstream oil and gas activity in or near a water body (primarily well sites and facilities, including ... More ≫

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This fact sheet provides information on the requirements under Alberta's Water Act for upstream oil and gas activity in or near a water body (primarily well sites and facilities, including roadways). Proponents must investigate alternative approaches for energy development and, where feasible, are expected to select those that avoid disturbance to sensitive areas which includes areas in or near water bodies.

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Sustainable Resource Development standard recommendations to municipal subdivison referrals

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The guidelines provide suggested minimum reserve widths to minimize impact to water bodies and maintain public access to Alberta’s valuable public land resources. These guidelines summarize ... More ≫

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The guidelines provide suggested minimum reserve widths to minimize impact to water bodies and maintain public access to Alberta’s valuable public land resources. These guidelines summarize recommendations that the department has previously provided to municipalities. It is recognized that some municipalities have demonstrated leadership by implementing policies that meet or exceed the minimum recommended widths.

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Guide to requirements for outfall structures on water bodies

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Outfall structures and outfall structure activities on water bodies are regulated under the Water Act through the Code of Practice for Outfall Structures on Water Bodies. The Code of Practice ... More ≫

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Outfall structures and outfall structure activities on water bodies are regulated under the Water Act through the Code of Practice for Outfall Structures on Water Bodies. The Code of Practice specifies criteria for the construction, maintenance and removal of an outfall structure on a water body. This document is designed to assist those who carry out outfall structure activities on water bodies to understand their obligations.

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