Publications

Subsoil investigations for compacted soil liners

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The purpose of this technical guideline is to provide a consistent, investigative process and acceptable criteria for conducting subsoil investigations for compacted soil liners as set out by the... More ≫

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The purpose of this technical guideline is to provide a consistent, investigative process and acceptable criteria for conducting subsoil investigations for compacted soil liners as set out by the Agricultural Operation Practices Act.

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Agricultural leaseholders & hunting : Recreational Access Regulation (RAR)

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The Recreational Access Regulation was created in 2003 under the Public Lands Act to ensure the agricultural leaseholder has the ability to protect and care for the land and their livestock, while... More ≫

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The Recreational Access Regulation was created in 2003 under the Public Lands Act to ensure the agricultural leaseholder has the ability to protect and care for the land and their livestock, while allowing some recreational access to the land. The purpose of this fact sheet is to provide an overview of the rights and responsibilities of an agricultural leaseholder under the regulation.

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Green Area and White Area with national parks and forest management units

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The Alberta Green Area and White Area map was generated using the Green/White Area dataset. The map is used for administrative purposes by the departments of Environment and Parks, and... More ≫

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The Alberta Green Area and White Area map was generated using the Green/White Area dataset. The map is used for administrative purposes by the departments of Environment and Parks, and Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economics Development.

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MULTISAR : a multi-species conservation strategy for species at risk in the Grassland Natural Region of Alberta, 2021–2022 report

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The MULTISAR program is focused on multi-species conservation at the landscape level that promotes stewardship through voluntary participation of landholders on both Crown and private lands. It is... More ≫

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The MULTISAR program is focused on multi-species conservation at the landscape level that promotes stewardship through voluntary participation of landholders on both Crown and private lands. It is a collaborative effort among landholders, Alberta Conservation Association, Alberta Environment and Parks, and the Prairie Conservation Forum. This report summarizes MULTISAR's accomplishments in 2021-2022 in its three primary program areas: habitat conservation strategies; education, outreach and awareness; and research, monitoring, and evaluation.

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Hunting on agricultural Crown land : Recreational Access Regulation (RAR)

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This fact sheet is intended to help hunters prepare for hunting trips on agricultural Crown land (land that is leased for agricultural purposes). The Recreational Access Regulation allows an... More ≫

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This fact sheet is intended to help hunters prepare for hunting trips on agricultural Crown land (land that is leased for agricultural purposes). The Recreational Access Regulation allows an agricultural leaseholder on Crown land to protect and care for the land and livestock, while allowing some recreational access to the land.

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Wildlife Management Unit biologist contacts

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This map provides current contact information for biologists assigned to various wildlife management units across the province. These biologists can be contacted for various fish and wildlife... More ≫

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This map provides current contact information for biologists assigned to various wildlife management units across the province. These biologists can be contacted for various fish and wildlife related queries, including: hunting information for specific WMUs; trapping related questions and issues including registered trap line information updates; wildlife survey or handling permit requests for industrial land-use requirements; and advice on mitigating the impacts of industrial activities on wildlife populations.

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Alberta’s slaughter licences : a summary of the types of slaughter licences issued by the Government of Alberta

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This fact sheet describes and compares the different types of slaughter licences issued by the Government of Alberta.

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Working well : clean water. Well protected [2022]

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These fact sheets are part of a series for the Working Well Program and are designed for private well owner education. The objectives of the program are to: advise private well owners of their... More ≫

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These fact sheets are part of a series for the Working Well Program and are designed for private well owner education. The objectives of the program are to: advise private well owners of their responsibility to manage and maintain their wells to ensure safe drinking water supplies; provide well owners with a basic understanding of groundwater science, how to operate and maintain water wells and how to recognize the potential impacts their land-use activities have on provincial groundwater resource; and provide the knowledge and skills needed to adopt recommended best management practices.

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Rural issues : who should I contact?

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Identifies the various governments, ministries and public agencies dealing with issues that may face rural Albertans.

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Alberta broadband strategy 2022 : connecting Albertans, growing the economy

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The Alberta Broadband Strategy sets out how the province will achieve universal connectivity, bringing high-speed internet to every Alberta household and business by the end of 2026-2027 fiscal year.

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