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South Saskatchewan regional plan 2014-2024 : amended May 2018

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The South Saskatchewan Regional Plan establishes a long-term vision for the South Saskatchewan Region and aligns provincial policies at the regional level to balance Alberta's economic,... More ≫

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The South Saskatchewan Regional Plan establishes a long-term vision for the South Saskatchewan Region and aligns provincial policies at the regional level to balance Alberta's economic, environmental and social goals. The regional plan also includes strategies for responsible energy development, sustainable farming and ranching, recreation, forest management, and nature-based tourism. It has been established under the Alberta Land Stewardship Act, and the Land Use Framework. This version of the SSRP was amended in May 2018, and came into effect on May 31, 2018.

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South Saskatchewan regional plan 2014-2024 : amended February 2017

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Alberta’s Land-use Framework (LUF), released in December 2008, sets out a new approach to managing the province’s land and natural resources to achieve Alberta’s long-term economic, environmental... More ≫

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Alberta’s Land-use Framework (LUF), released in December 2008, sets out a new approach to managing the province’s land and natural resources to achieve Alberta’s long-term economic, environmental and social goals. The LUF establishes seven new land-use regions and calls for the development of a regional plan for each. The South Saskatchewan Regional Plan sets the stage for robust growth, vibrant communities and a healthy environment within the region over the next 50 years. This resource presents an amendment of the original plan published in 2014.

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Investing in our economy : north-south corridor transmission reinforcement : Government of Alberta response to the Critical Transmission Review Committee report

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In December 2011, the Minister of Energy appointed the Critical Transmission Review Committee to review the process and information used by the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) in... More ≫

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In December 2011, the Minister of Energy appointed the Critical Transmission Review Committee to review the process and information used by the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) in developing its North-South transmission reinforcement plan. The Committee submitted its report in February 2012, which concluded AESO’s forecast, selection of high-voltage direct current technology, and timing of the two North-South transmission lines were reasonable. The report also included several recommendations. The Government of Alberta reviewed and considered the findings and recommendations of the Committee, and this document contains its response to the Committee’s report.

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Powering our economy : Critical Transmission Review Committee report

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The CTRC was an independent committee tasked to review the reasonableness of the AESO’s plan for critical transmission infrastructure between Edmonton and Calgary, including their timing, the... More ≫

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The CTRC was an independent committee tasked to review the reasonableness of the AESO’s plan for critical transmission infrastructure between Edmonton and Calgary, including their timing, the proposed technology, AESO forecasts, and identifying appropriate changes to the Electric Statutes Amendment Act, 2009.

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CRISP-AOSA : comprehensive regional infrastructure sustainability plan for the Athabasca Oil Sands Area

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The Comprehensive Regional Infrastructure Sustainability Plan (CRISP) is a guideline for long-term infrastructure development in the Athabasca Oil Sands Area (AOSA) and supports Responsible... More ≫

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The Comprehensive Regional Infrastructure Sustainability Plan (CRISP) is a guideline for long-term infrastructure development in the Athabasca Oil Sands Area (AOSA) and supports Responsible Actions, the Alberta government's strategic plan for development of its oil sands resource. The CRISP focuses on community development and identifies infrastructure needs related to transportation, water and wastewater servicing, education and health care.

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Renewable energy toolkit for economic development

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The purpose of this Toolkit is three-fold: A. UNDERSTANDING - To aid communities in understanding the basics of renewable energy and the types of projects. B. COMMUNITY READINESS - To aid... More ≫

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The purpose of this Toolkit is three-fold: A. UNDERSTANDING - To aid communities in understanding the basics of renewable energy and the types of projects. B. COMMUNITY READINESS - To aid communities in being ready to consider renewable energy projects before specifi c projects have been presented. C. PROJECT SCREENING - To aid communities in the fi rst level of screening or evaluation of projects, when such projects are presented to them.

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Investing in our future : responding to the rapid growth of oil sands development

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To address challenges resulting from the rapid pace of oil sands development, and to anticipate the impacts of continuing growth, the Oil Sands Ministerial Strategy Committee of the provincial... More ≫

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To address challenges resulting from the rapid pace of oil sands development, and to anticipate the impacts of continuing growth, the Oil Sands Ministerial Strategy Committee of the provincial government was directed by Cabinet in 2006 to develop a coordinated short-term action plan to address the social, environmental and economic impacts of oil sands development in local communities. This report is designed to support that initiative and to provide a foundation of facts and information about oil sands developments.

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