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Developing water supplies for agricultural use : water licences and approvals under the Water Act

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Alberta’s Water Act requires a licence be obtained before diversion of water takes place. This fact sheet provides a brief overview of requirements for diverting and using water for household... More ≫

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Alberta’s Water Act requires a licence be obtained before diversion of water takes place. This fact sheet provides a brief overview of requirements for diverting and using water for household purposes and for agricultural use.

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Guideline for preparing agricultural feasibility reports for private irrigation projects

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Agricultural feasibility reports are used by Environment and Protected Areas to determine water requirements for irrigation projects and to determine if source water and soils are suitable for irrigation. More ≫

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Agricultural feasibility reports are used by Environment and Protected Areas to determine water requirements for irrigation projects and to determine if source water and soils are suitable for irrigation.

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Water Act essentials for landowners in Alberta

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All activities that may alter the flow or cause siltation of water require authorization from Alberta Environment and Parks prior to commencing. This includes activities such as ditching,... More ≫

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All activities that may alter the flow or cause siltation of water require authorization from Alberta Environment and Parks prior to commencing. This includes activities such as ditching, infilling, stripping/scraping, tilling, or draining. This fact sheet provides essential information about Alberta's Water Act and rural landowner responsibilities.

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Guideline for preparing agricultural feasibility reports for irrigation projects

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Agricultural feasibility reports are used by Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development to determine water requirements for irrigation projects and to determine if source water and... More ≫

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Agricultural feasibility reports are used by Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development to determine water requirements for irrigation projects and to determine if source water and soils are suitable for irrigation.

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Water licence cancellations : for non-use of water allocated by a licence

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Alberta's Water Act provides for the cancellation of a licence for reasons specified in the Act. This fact sheet describes the reasons that a water licence might be cancelled and the process for... More ≫

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Alberta's Water Act provides for the cancellation of a licence for reasons specified in the Act. This fact sheet describes the reasons that a water licence might be cancelled and the process for cancellation of a licence for non-use.

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