Publications

Stewardship assessment : rangeland audit process

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Government requires grazing disposition holders to employ appropriate range management principles and practices to ensure a healthy, functional rangeland ecosystem is maintained on public lands... More ≫

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Government requires grazing disposition holders to employ appropriate range management principles and practices to ensure a healthy, functional rangeland ecosystem is maintained on public lands for present and future generations. To this end, a stewardship assessment is required for each grazing disposition, with stewardship defined as the degree to which the grazing disposition holder is aware of and understands the four principles of range management and applies them to the stewardship of their grazing disposition.

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Scattering of cremated remains in Alberta

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This document provides guidance on scattering cremated remains on public land and within public waters. The scattering of cremated remains on lands regulated by the province of Alberta (public... More ≫

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This document provides guidance on scattering cremated remains on public land and within public waters. The scattering of cremated remains on lands regulated by the province of Alberta (public land) including within public waters, is not prohibited under provincial laws and regulations. The process of scattering cremated remains in these locations should consider the impact to the public and the environment.

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Trail development guidelines for Alberta's public land

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A guide to the planning, classification, design, construction and management of trail experiences on public land. The guide should be used by all to improve communications, ensure consistency and... More ≫

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A guide to the planning, classification, design, construction and management of trail experiences on public land. The guide should be used by all to improve communications, ensure consistency and achieve the outcomes desired by trail enthusiasts and public land managers. The guide should be referenced during all phases of trail system planning and individual trail planning, design and construction. The guidelines are is a compilation of thinking, guidance and best practices from various trail related documents developed in the past as well as promising practices from around North America.

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Alberta's proposed Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction system : discussion document

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The Government of Alberta is proposing to replace the Carbon Competitiveness Incentive Regulation (CCIR) with a Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction (TIER) system for Alberta’s large... More ≫

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The Government of Alberta is proposing to replace the Carbon Competitiveness Incentive Regulation (CCIR) with a Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction (TIER) system for Alberta’s large industrial emitters, with a target effective date of Jan. 1, 2020. This document is intended to assist discussion around the options for development, transition and implementation of the TIER system. It outlines principles to guide the development and implementation of the TIER system, principles to guide the engagement process, and the engagement approach and scope.

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Beaverlodge River instream objective

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This schedule sets out the instream objective flows for the Beaverlodge River. The location identified in the schedule as the location to meet the instream objective is Water Survey of Canada... More ≫

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This schedule sets out the instream objective flows for the Beaverlodge River. The location identified in the schedule as the location to meet the instream objective is Water Survey of Canada Station No. 07GD001 (Beaverlodge River near Beaverlodge). Instream objective schedules are provided as part of authorizations issued under the Water Act for licences for temporary diversion of water and are subject to future review and refinement in light of improved knowledge and information. The schedules need to be accessed with each authorization issued.

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Little Smoky River instream objective

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This schedule sets out the instream objective flows for the Little Smoky River. The location identified in the schedule as the location to meet the instream objective is Water Survey of Canada... More ≫

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This schedule sets out the instream objective flows for the Little Smoky River. The location identified in the schedule as the location to meet the instream objective is Water Survey of Canada Station No. 07GH002 (Little Smoky River near Guy). Instream objective schedules are provided as part of authorizations issued under the Water Act for licences for temporary diversion of water and are subject to future review and refinement in light of improved knowledge and information. The schedules need to be accessed with each authorization issued.

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Saddle River instream objective

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This schedule sets out the instream objective flows for the Saddle River. The location identified in the schedule as the location to meet the instream objective is Water Survey of Canada Station... More ≫

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This schedule sets out the instream objective flows for the Saddle River. The location identified in the schedule as the location to meet the instream objective is Water Survey of Canada Station No. 07FD006 (Saddle River near Woking). Instream objective schedules are provided as part of authorizations issued under the Water Act for licences for temporary diversion of water and are subject to future review and refinement in light of improved knowledge and information. The schedules need to be accessed with each authorization issued.

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Smoky River instream objective

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This schedule sets out the instream objective flows for the Smoky River. The location identified in the schedule as the location to meet the instream objective is Water Survey of Canada Station... More ≫

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This schedule sets out the instream objective flows for the Smoky River. The location identified in the schedule as the location to meet the instream objective is Water Survey of Canada Station No. 07GJ001 (Smoky River near Watino). Instream objective schedules are provided as part of authorizations issued under the Water Act for licences for temporary diversion of water and are subject to future review and refinement in light of improved knowledge and information. The schedules need to be accessed with each authorization issued.

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Heart River instream objective

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This schedule sets out the instream objective flows for the Heart River. The location identified in the schedule as the location to meet the instream objective is Water Survey of Canada Station... More ≫

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This schedule sets out the instream objective flows for the Heart River. The location identified in the schedule as the location to meet the instream objective is Water Survey of Canada Station No. 07HA003 (Heart River near Nampa). Instream objective schedules are provided as part of authorizations issued under the Water Act for licences for temporary diversion of water and are subject to future review and refinement in light of improved knowledge and information. The schedules need to be accessed with each authorization issued.

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The BearSmart guide to playing safely in bear and cougar country

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Information on bear safety, including how to identify grizzly and black bears, how to prevent trouble with bears, how to respond to a bear encounter, and information on bear deterrents (bear spray... More ≫

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Information on bear safety, including how to identify grizzly and black bears, how to prevent trouble with bears, how to respond to a bear encounter, and information on bear deterrents (bear spray and noisemakers). Also includes a section on cougars and cougar safety.

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