Publications

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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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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Environmental Assessment - Stone Creek Resorts Inc. Gondola Project

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Environmental assessment registry documents pertaining to the proposed Stone Creek Resorts Inc. Gondola project. The proposal is to construct and operate an aerial passenger ropeway system along... More ≫

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Environmental assessment registry documents pertaining to the proposed Stone Creek Resorts Inc. Gondola project. The proposal is to construct and operate an aerial passenger ropeway system along with a day lodge, trail networks, viewing platforms, suspension bridge and associated utility services infrastructure as part of the Silvertip Integrated Village Resort. The proposed passenger aerial gondola would connect the base area of the Silvertip Resort to an upper terminal on the summit ridge of Mount Lady MacDonald, via a mid-station integrated with the Silvertip Resort Village. For more information on the environmental assessment process visit ea.alberta.ca.

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Spring 2019 wildfire review : final report

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Alberta Agriculture and Forestry commissioned an independent review of its Wildfire Management Branch and the extraordinary wildfire activity the organization faced in 2019. The review focused on... More ≫

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Alberta Agriculture and Forestry commissioned an independent review of its Wildfire Management Branch and the extraordinary wildfire activity the organization faced in 2019. The review focused on the operational aspects of the 2019 response to the spring wildfires, the impact on and perspectives of residents, partners and stakeholders; and an evaluation of the Wildfire Management program in its entirety including the connection of the 2019 experience to past fire seasons and reviews. The final report includes a number of recommendations and opportunities for improvement. Also included in this record is a four-page document outlining next steps to be taken by Agriculture and Forestry in response to the recommendations in the report.

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Report of the investigation under the Conflicts of Interest Act by Hon. Marguerite Trussler, Q.C., Ethics Commissioner, into allegations involving Jim Ellis

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Report of the investigation under the Conflicts of Interest Act by Hon. Marguerite Trussler, Q.C., Ethics Commissioner, into allegations against Mr. Jim Ellis, former Chief Executive Officer of... More ≫

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Report of the investigation under the Conflicts of Interest Act by Hon. Marguerite Trussler, Q.C., Ethics Commissioner, into allegations against Mr. Jim Ellis, former Chief Executive Officer of the Alberta Energy Regulator. The report looks into allegations, the investigation and facts. The report also makes findings and recommendations.

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Oil Sands Monitoring Program : recommendation report (part 2 of 2)

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This report presents recommendations for the steps that should be taken by the Oils Sands Monitoring Program to: address the priority key questions that were identified as rising out of seven... More ≫

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This report presents recommendations for the steps that should be taken by the Oils Sands Monitoring Program to: address the priority key questions that were identified as rising out of seven workshops held between the end of October 2018 and early February 2019; achieve the program's objectives; and integrate the program in a manner consistent with its operational framework agreement.

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Roadmap to recovery : reviving Alberta's natural gas industry

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In the spring of 2018, the Government of Alberta established the Natural Gas Advisory Panel to provide advice and recommendations on actions the government can take to improve Alberta's natural... More ≫

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In the spring of 2018, the Government of Alberta established the Natural Gas Advisory Panel to provide advice and recommendations on actions the government can take to improve Alberta's natural gas industry. This report presents the findings of the panel and includes 48 recommendations.

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Climate Technology Task Force : report to the Government of Alberta

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The Climate Technology Task Force (CTTF) was established in September 2016 to lead stakeholder engagement and to provide recommendations on a framework to guide Alberta’s investments in greenhouse... More ≫

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The Climate Technology Task Force (CTTF) was established in September 2016 to lead stakeholder engagement and to provide recommendations on a framework to guide Alberta’s investments in greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction innovation and technology. This report presents the results of the work done by the CTTF. Six recommendations are made for consideration in developing Alberta’s Climate Change Innovation and Technology Framework.

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