Publications

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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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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Stewardship for rangeland sustainability

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This document describes the basic principles of rangeland management that when applied enhance rangeland stewardship. It describes how rangeland stewardship is key to sustaining native rangelands.... More ≫

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This document describes the basic principles of rangeland management that when applied enhance rangeland stewardship. It describes how rangeland stewardship is key to sustaining native rangelands. This document compliments the Operating Standards for Alberta's Public Land Grazing Dispositions and supersedes the 2007 Grazing Lease Stewardship Code of Practice.

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Water Act : licences [2021]

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This fact sheet contains information for applying for a licence under the Water Act. The fact sheet was updated due to licence applications being added to the Digital Regulatory Approvals System (DRAS). More ≫

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This fact sheet contains information for applying for a licence under the Water Act. The fact sheet was updated due to licence applications being added to the Digital Regulatory Approvals System (DRAS).

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User guide for dock authorizations

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This guide outlines the requirements and process to obtain an authorization to place a temporary, seasonal dock for personal recreational use in any of Alberta’s waterbodies.

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Temporary onsite wastewater treatment system at work camps : guidance document

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Guidance document to clarify existing and new requirements for sewage treatment and disposal systems in the work camp industry. This guidance document applies to daily sewage effluent volumes of... More ≫

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Guidance document to clarify existing and new requirements for sewage treatment and disposal systems in the work camp industry. This guidance document applies to daily sewage effluent volumes of less than 25 cubic metres (5500 Imperial gallons).

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Frequently asked questions : Milk River diversion failure

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Information on the May 2020 failure of water diversion infrastructure in Montana. Includes a status update on repairs to this infrastructure and other important information for water licence... More ≫

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Information on the May 2020 failure of water diversion infrastructure in Montana. Includes a status update on repairs to this infrastructure and other important information for water licence holders in the Milk River basin.

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Minimum setbacks for manure application based on the Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA)

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The Agricultural Operation Practices Act includes regulations for spreading manure or compost for all livestock operations in Alberta. The manure spreading regulations include requirements for... More ≫

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The Agricultural Operation Practices Act includes regulations for spreading manure or compost for all livestock operations in Alberta. The manure spreading regulations include requirements for manure incorporation, soil nitrogen and salinity limits, setback distances, record keeping and soil testing. This factsheet serves as a quick reference of the manure-spreading requirements and can be printed and laminated for use in the field.

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User guide for dock permits

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This guide outlines the requirements and process to obtain an authorization to place a temporary, seasonal dock for personal recreational use in any of Alberta’s waterbodies.

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Burn barrels : safe burning practices

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Alberta Wildfire safety brochure about the practice of burning debris in burn barrels. Includes information about safe burning practices, as well as allowable and restricted burning materials.

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