Publications

Verbenone use guidelines [2020]

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The purpose of this guide is to provide information for landowners, municipalities and forest managers on the operational use and limitations of using verbenone for mountain pine beetle protection.

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Enhanced approval process (EAP) manual

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The Enhanced Approval Process (EAP) incorporates processes, procedures, policies and information technology systems and tools to create a streamlined, efficient and effective approval process that... More ≫

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The Enhanced Approval Process (EAP) incorporates processes, procedures, policies and information technology systems and tools to create a streamlined, efficient and effective approval process that enables and supports competitiveness and sustainable resource development. The EAP is the first step in a long-term commitment on behalf of government and industry to work together with real and shared accountability for delivering sustainable, long-term environmental outcomes.

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Alberta landfill and composting facility operator certification guideline

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All landfills and composting facilities regulated by Alberta Environment and Parks (AEP) are required to have certified operators. This includes any Class II and Class III landfill that accepts... More ≫

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All landfills and composting facilities regulated by Alberta Environment and Parks (AEP) are required to have certified operators. This includes any Class II and Class III landfill that accepts only industrial waste. Composting facilities that are regulated through the Natural Resources Conservation Board do not need to have certified operators under this program. The Alberta Landfill and Composting Facility Operator Certification Program involves industry associations as certifying partners. The certifying partners: Administer exams; Manage certificates; Provide training programs. The Northern Lights Chapter of the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA-NLC) and the Compost Council of Canada (CCC) are the certifying partners representing the landfill industry and composting industry, respectively.

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Alberta Wetland Classification System guide

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Incorporates and merges information from existing wetland classification systems to provide a holistic classification system for Alberta. The guide is tailored specifically for wetlands in... More ≫

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Incorporates and merges information from existing wetland classification systems to provide a holistic classification system for Alberta. The guide is tailored specifically for wetlands in Alberta, providing suites of key indicators that in conjunction will help to classify different wetlands, particularly in the field. Overall, the intent of the guide is to achieve a standardized provincial wetland classification system.

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Guide to Water Act authorizations required for dugouts, borrow pits and other types of pits/excavations

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Excavations into the ground intended to collect and hold water require authorization under the Water Act. This document was written to provide guidance to Water Act approval writers when... More ≫

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Excavations into the ground intended to collect and hold water require authorization under the Water Act. This document was written to provide guidance to Water Act approval writers when responding to inquiries or applications for Water Act approvals or licences for dugouts, borrow pits or other pits/excavations. Other excavations that may be created for the purpose of drainage, flood control, erosion control, or channel realignment are not addressed by this guide.

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Roadway watercourse crossing inspection manual

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The purpose of this document is to provide stream crossing assessors with a good understanding of information and issues related to the management of stream crossings in Alberta and the means to... More ≫

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The purpose of this document is to provide stream crossing assessors with a good understanding of information and issues related to the management of stream crossings in Alberta and the means to gather relevant information quickly and consistently. It is is an expanded version of a guide developed as part of the Foothills Watershed Remediation Pilot Project.

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Guide to compelling reasons to not take the 10% holdback for water transfers within the South Saskatchewan River Basin [2015]

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This document provides guidance to all directors under the Water Act in the South Saskatchewan River Basin when considering the 10 per cent holdback on applications for water allocation transfers.

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Backcountry trail flood rehabilitation program : user and volunteer groups guide

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The Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program provides funding to restore and repair backcountry trail systems on public lands along the Eastern Slopes that were impacted by 2013 flood... More ≫

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The Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program provides funding to restore and repair backcountry trail systems on public lands along the Eastern Slopes that were impacted by 2013 flood events. This resource is intended for individuals and groups who want to volunteer to assist in the work of restoring the backcountry affected by the flooding.

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Backcountry trail flood rehabilitation program : volunteer guide

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The Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program provides funding to restore and repair backcountry trail systems on public lands along the Eastern Slopes that were impacted by 2013 flood... More ≫

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The Backcountry Trail Flood Rehabilitation Program provides funding to restore and repair backcountry trail systems on public lands along the Eastern Slopes that were impacted by 2013 flood events. This resource is intended for volunteers who want to volunteer to assist in the work of restoring the backcountry affected by the flooding.

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A guide to endangered and threatened species, and species of special concern in Alberta

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This guide focuses on species listed as Endangered, Threatened or Species of Special Concern within Alberta.

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