Publications

Overview of 1998 pesticide sales in Alberta

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In 1998, a total of 9 300 497 kg of pesticide active ingredient (ai) was sold in, or shipped into, Alberta. Pesticides sold into the Agriculture sector accounted for 95.8% of all pesticides sold,... More ≫

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In 1998, a total of 9 300 497 kg of pesticide active ingredient (ai) was sold in, or shipped into, Alberta. Pesticides sold into the Agriculture sector accounted for 95.8% of all pesticides sold, with the Commercial/Industrial sector accounting for 3.3% of sales, and the Domestic sector accounting for 0.8% of sales. The types of pesticides sold were predominantly herbicides, at 76.7%. Adjuvants and surfactants made up the next largest category at 14.25%. Insecticides made up 5.4% of sales, while fungicides made up 3.6% of sales.

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1996 Alberta recreation survey

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The 1996 Alberta Recreation Survey was conducted to determine participation patterns of Albertans and the factors which influence their recreation activity choices. It is the fifth such survey... More ≫

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The 1996 Alberta Recreation Survey was conducted to determine participation patterns of Albertans and the factors which influence their recreation activity choices. It is the fifth such survey since 1981. The information gathered is used to identify recreation trends and preferences, forecast future demands, and aid the recreation field in targeting and marketing its services.

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Assessment of log yard runoff in Alberta : preliminary evaluation

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In 1995 a survey of 33 Alberta log yards was conducted. This report summarizes the results of the survey including: current surface water runoff control measures at Alberta log yards; chemical... More ≫

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In 1995 a survey of 33 Alberta log yards was conducted. This report summarizes the results of the survey including: current surface water runoff control measures at Alberta log yards; chemical characteristics of log yard runoff; environmental impacts of chemical constituents found in wood; and the policy and guidelines for log yard runoff in other jurisdictions.

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1992 Alberta recreation survey

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The 1992 Alberta Recreation Survey was conducted to determine participation patterns of Albertans and the factors which influence their recreation activity choices. The information gathered is... More ≫

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The 1992 Alberta Recreation Survey was conducted to determine participation patterns of Albertans and the factors which influence their recreation activity choices. The information gathered is used to identify recreation trends and preferences, forecast future demands, and aid the recreation field in targeting and marketing its services.

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1988 general recreation survey

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The 1988 General Recreation Survey is the fifth study conducted by Alberta Recreation and Parks to determine participation patterns of Albertans and the factors which influence their recreation... More ≫

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The 1988 General Recreation Survey is the fifth study conducted by Alberta Recreation and Parks to determine participation patterns of Albertans and the factors which influence their recreation activity choices. The information will be used to identify recreation trends and preferences, forecast future demands, and aid the department in targeting and marketing its services.

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1984 public opinion survey on recreation : analysis of results

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The 1984 Public Opinion Survey on Recreation was the fourth study conducted by Alberta Recreation and Parks to gather current information about the leisure behaviour of Albertans. The survey... More ≫

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The 1984 Public Opinion Survey on Recreation was the fourth study conducted by Alberta Recreation and Parks to gather current information about the leisure behaviour of Albertans. The survey questionnaire was mailed to a random sample of 8,031 Albertans and responses were received from 3,921 households or 54.5% of the effective sample size. This report is the second of two reports which focus on the analysis of the 1984 survey data. The first report, entitled Public Opinion Survey on Recreation (1984); Summary of Final Results, provided a descriptive overview of the results in a tabular and graphic format. The present report provides a detailed analysis of the 1984 survey data, and an assessment of trends or changes through comparisons with the 1981 Public Opinion Survey on Recreation.

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1980-81 public opinion survey on recreation

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The 1981 Public Opinion Survey on Recreation was the third study conducted by Alberta Recreation and Parks to look at different aspects of recreation and to aid in the development of policy.... More ≫

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The 1981 Public Opinion Survey on Recreation was the third study conducted by Alberta Recreation and Parks to look at different aspects of recreation and to aid in the development of policy. Specifically, the survey gathered information about the attitudes of Albertans on recreation participation and on leisure.

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An overview vegetation survey of Kananaskis Provincial Park

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Presents an overview vegetation survey of Kananaskis Provincial Park.

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Preliminary biological surveys of Alberta watersheds

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The preliminary biological surveys provide a broad picture of watersheds conditions in Alberta from 1947 to 1949.

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