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Alberta Tier 2 soil and groundwater remediation guidelines

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Alberta's framework for the management of contaminated sites is designed to achieve three policy outcomes: pollution prevention, health protection, and productive use. Under this framework, three... More ≫

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Alberta's framework for the management of contaminated sites is designed to achieve three policy outcomes: pollution prevention, health protection, and productive use. Under this framework, three management options are provided: Tier 1, Tier 2, and Exposure Control. Under Tier 2 it may be possible to screen out certain exposure pathways and/or modify the Tier 1 guidelines on the basis of site conditions. This companion document describes how the Tier 2 approach might be used to develop remediation objectives for a site.

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Environmental Protection Security Fund annual report

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The purpose of the fund is to hold security deposits to assure satisfactory land reclamation will be carried out pursuant to approvals under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act... More ≫

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The purpose of the fund is to hold security deposits to assure satisfactory land reclamation will be carried out pursuant to approvals under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act (EPEA). When conditions of the approval are met and a reclamation certificate is issued, the funds are returned to the depositor.

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Backcountry trail flood rehabilitation program : user and volunteer groups guide

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The Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program provides funding to restore and repair backcountry trail systems on public lands along the Eastern Slopes that were impacted by 2013 flood... More ≫

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The Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program provides funding to restore and repair backcountry trail systems on public lands along the Eastern Slopes that were impacted by 2013 flood events. This resource is intended for individuals and groups who want to volunteer to assist in the work of restoring the backcountry affected by the flooding.

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Backcountry trail flood rehabilitation program : volunteer guide

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The Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program provides funding to restore and repair backcountry trail systems on public lands along the Eastern Slopes that were impacted by 2013 flood... More ≫

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The Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program provides funding to restore and repair backcountry trail systems on public lands along the Eastern Slopes that were impacted by 2013 flood events. This resource is intended for volunteers who want to volunteer to assist in the work of restoring the backcountry affected by the flooding.

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Contaminated sites policy framework [2014]

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This document presents the Government of Alberta's policy framework for the management of contaminated sites. It applies when developing and assessing options for management of contaminated lands... More ≫

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This document presents the Government of Alberta's policy framework for the management of contaminated sites. It applies when developing and assessing options for management of contaminated lands in Alberta.

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Criteria and indicators framework for oil sands mine reclamation certification

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Provides direction and guidance related to oil sands mine reclamation and closure planning, and certification. The framework is a preliminary step in defining a structured process and information... More ≫

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Provides direction and guidance related to oil sands mine reclamation and closure planning, and certification. The framework is a preliminary step in defining a structured process and information requirements for oil sands mine reclamation certification. As it stands now, the Framework is not complete and requires further development before implementation. The conditions of approvals issued to each oil sands mine operator under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act continue to provide direction for reclamation and closure planning. When completed, the Framework will support applications for reclamation certification, after which the land can be returned to the Crown.

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Backcountry trail flood rehabilitation program

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Describes the Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program, which commenced in March 2014 and provides funding to restore and repair backcountry trail systems on public lands along the Eastern... More ≫

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Describes the Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program, which commenced in March 2014 and provides funding to restore and repair backcountry trail systems on public lands along the Eastern Slopes that were impacted by 2013 flood events. Restoring the trail systems in these flood affected areas serves not only to maintain recreational opportunities but also provides critical support to the economic, environmental and social benefits that were compromised by the flood.

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A guide to remediation certificates for upstream oil & gas sites

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The Remediation Certificate Regulation has been developed as a formal system of regulatory closure for sites that fall under Part 5 of the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act. This... More ≫

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The Remediation Certificate Regulation has been developed as a formal system of regulatory closure for sites that fall under Part 5 of the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act. This legislation provides certainty to site owners, managers and other stakeholders involved with a contaminated site. It ensures that regulatory issues for a given release are no longer a concern under a given land use within a remediated area.

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A guide to remediation certificates for contaminated sites

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The Government of Alberta is committed to promoting the return of contaminated sites to productive use, while ensuring risks to human health and the environment are minimized. To this end, the... More ≫

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The Government of Alberta is committed to promoting the return of contaminated sites to productive use, while ensuring risks to human health and the environment are minimized. To this end, the Remediation Certificate Regulation was developed as a formal system of regulatory closure for sites that fall under Part 5 of the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act. This guide provides an overview of contaminated sites management as related to the Regulation. It applies to all contaminated sites except public or private land held, being or been used for upstream oil and gas production.

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Alberta brownfield redevelopment : practical approaches to achieve productive community use

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A brownfield site is defined as "an abandoned, vacant, derelict or underutilized property where past actions have resulted in actual or perceived contamination and where there is an active... More ≫

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A brownfield site is defined as "an abandoned, vacant, derelict or underutilized property where past actions have resulted in actual or perceived contamination and where there is an active potential for productive community use including reuse and full redevelopment." The Working Group analyzed information from Alberta and other jurisdictions, identified issues, created and evaluated options to prepare recommendations and advice for the Minister of Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development, and Municipal Affairs.

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