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Environmental Assessment - St. Mary River Irrigation District Chin Reservoir Expansion Project

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Environmental assessment registry documents pertaining to the proposed St. Mary River Irrigation District Chin Reservoir Expansion project. Chin Reservoir is an off-stream storage reservoir that... More ≫

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Environmental assessment registry documents pertaining to the proposed St. Mary River Irrigation District Chin Reservoir Expansion project. Chin Reservoir is an off-stream storage reservoir that is located roughly in the middle of St. Mary River Irrigation District (SMRID) irrigation network, approximately 30 kilometers (km) east of Lethbridge and 15 km south of Taber. The Chin Reservoir Expansion Project (the Project) involves the construction of a new dam which would result in a larger reservoir. The new dam would be approximately 40 meters (m) in height and is expected to inundate (flood) approximately 650 hectares (ha) of privately held land within Chin Coulee. For more information on the environmental assessment process visit ea.alberta.ca.

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Environmental Assessment - Eastern Irrigation District Snake Lake Reservoir Expansion Project

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Environmental assessment registry documents pertaining to the proposed expansion to Eastern Irrigation District's Snake Lake Reservoir. The proposal is to expand the existing reservoir by 780... More ≫

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Environmental assessment registry documents pertaining to the proposed expansion to Eastern Irrigation District's Snake Lake Reservoir. The proposal is to expand the existing reservoir by 780 hectares to a total area of 1,100 ha and water capacity would increase by 68 million m3 to 86 million m3. For more information on the environmental assessment process visit ea.alberta.ca.

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The way forward : the Indigenous Primary Health Care Implementation Panel’s plan to advance the recommendations from Honouring Our Roots: Growing Together Towards a Culturally Safe, Wholistic Primary Health Care System for Indigenous Peoples

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The Way Forward is a comprehensive plan to advance the Indigenous Primary Health Care's Advisory Panel's recommendations, respecting diverse well-being definitions within Indigenous communities.... More ≫

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The Way Forward is a comprehensive plan to advance the Indigenous Primary Health Care's Advisory Panel's recommendations, respecting diverse well-being definitions within Indigenous communities. The plan centres Indigenous voices, avoiding tokenistic practices, and adopting trauma-informed, person-centered perspectives and acknowledges the diverse health needs within Indigenous communities. It is committed to increasing life expectancy and overall health, involving community input and respecting cultural protocols while prioritizing culturally safe and holistic healthcare, honoring Indigenous expertise and traditions. Designed as a living document that will be updated to reflect evolving Indigenous health and Alberta's healthcare system.

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Federal draft methane regulation amendments for the upstream oil and gas sector : Government of Alberta technical submission

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This submission outlines Alberta's concerns regarding the proposed federal methane regulation amendments for the upstream oil and gas sector. In it, Alberta identifies significant flaws in the... More ≫

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This submission outlines Alberta's concerns regarding the proposed federal methane regulation amendments for the upstream oil and gas sector. In it, Alberta identifies significant flaws in the proposed regulations, modelling and impact assessment, as well as the absence of necessary federal financial support to achieve meaningful reductions. The technical submission does not alter Alberta's position that the proposed emissions cap is unconstitutional. As set out in Section 92A of the Constitution Act, 1867, Alberta has exclusive jurisdiction to manage the rate of non-renewable natural resources production and operational aspects of their development in the province.

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Proposed federal oil and gas emissions cap regulatory framework : Government of Alberta technical submission

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This submission outlines Alberta's concerns regarding the proposed federal Oil and Gas Emissions Cap Regulatory Framework. In it, Alberta identifies an overwhelming number of flaws in the federal... More ≫

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This submission outlines Alberta's concerns regarding the proposed federal Oil and Gas Emissions Cap Regulatory Framework. In it, Alberta identifies an overwhelming number of flaws in the federal government's proposed framework that render it unfeasible. The technical submission does not alter Alberta's position that the proposed emissions cap is unconstitutional. As set out in Section 92A of the Constitution Act, 1867, Alberta has exclusive jurisdiction to manage the rate of non-renewable natural resources production and operational aspects of their development in the province.

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Public Health Emergencies Governance Review Panel final report

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The final report of the Public Health Emergencies Governance Review Panel. The report reviews legislation that guided Alberta's response to COVID-19 and recommends changes to improve the handling... More ≫

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The final report of the Public Health Emergencies Governance Review Panel. The report reviews legislation that guided Alberta's response to COVID-19 and recommends changes to improve the handling of future public health emergencies for Albertans.

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Municipal inspection report : Village of Andrew, Alberta

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Sage Analytics conducted a formal, third-party inspection of the Village of Andrew’s governance and administration from April to October, 2023. A final report was submitted to the Minister of... More ≫

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Sage Analytics conducted a formal, third-party inspection of the Village of Andrew’s governance and administration from April to October, 2023. A final report was submitted to the Minister of Municipal Affairs in November 2023 and shared with village residents at an open council session held on February 28, 2024.

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Modernizing Alberta’s primary health care system (MAPS) : Strategic Advisory Panel final report

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Modernizing Alberta’s Primary Health Care System (MAPS) initiative was established to provide recommendations to government about how to strengthen primary health care in Alberta.

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Honouring our roots : growing together towards a culturally safe, wholistic primary health care system for Indigenous peoples - Indigenous Primary Health Care Advisory Panel final report

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Modernizing Alberta's Primary Health Care System (MAPS) initiative was established to provide recommendations to government on how to strengthen primary health care in Alberta, and improve access... More ≫

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Modernizing Alberta's Primary Health Care System (MAPS) initiative was established to provide recommendations to government on how to strengthen primary health care in Alberta, and improve access to culturally safe primary health care for Indigenous peoples.

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Building momentum for social impact

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The Premier's Council on Charities and Civil Society was established in February 2020 to provide advice to government on its relationship with civil society organizations that are addressing... More ≫

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The Premier's Council on Charities and Civil Society was established in February 2020 to provide advice to government on its relationship with civil society organizations that are addressing pressing social issues in Alberta. This report reflects analysis of input received from civil society partners during engagement sessions held between late September to late November 2022, and offers advice on how civil society and government can work together to address challenges faced by civil society.

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