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Alberta's drought response plan : preparing the province for drought

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Alberta’s Drought Response Plan is designed to help government, irrigators, communities, businesses and others respond quickly and effectively to drought. The objective of each action in the plan... More ≫

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Alberta’s Drought Response Plan is designed to help government, irrigators, communities, businesses and others respond quickly and effectively to drought. The objective of each action in the plan is to protect the health and safety of Albertans from the impacts of drought. This information sheet explains the five stages of drought response and drought response tools.

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Being prepared for water shortage : a guidance document for municipalities

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This document guides the development or updating of a municipal water shortage plan. It could also be used by any community or group that depends on the consistent delivery of water, including... More ≫

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This document guides the development or updating of a municipal water shortage plan. It could also be used by any community or group that depends on the consistent delivery of water, including Indigenous communities, water co-ops, regional water lines and industry. The guide contains sections which municipalities may consider including in their water shortage plan, but it is not intended to provide legal advice or fulfill a licence requirement.

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2024 drought support : expedited Water Act licence support for surface water diversions

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Explains the implementation of expedited Water Act licence and approval processes by Environment and Protected Areas to support Albertans who may be impacted by drought conditions in 2024.... More ≫

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Explains the implementation of expedited Water Act licence and approval processes by Environment and Protected Areas to support Albertans who may be impacted by drought conditions in 2024. Assistance is available to water users who have an urgent need to find alternative diversions for the purpose of accessing water due to drought and low flow conditions, and who, if required, need assistance in submitting an application for regulatory authorizations under the Water Act.

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2024 drought support : expedited Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act (EPEA) processes

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Explains the implementation of expedited Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act processes to support businesses, farmers and communities who may be impacted by drought conditions in 2024.... More ≫

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Explains the implementation of expedited Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act processes to support businesses, farmers and communities who may be impacted by drought conditions in 2024. EPEA authorization holders whose source water availability or effluent discharge is impacted by drought or water shortage conditions can receive assistance to help minimize the impacts from drought.

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2024 drought support : expedited Water Act licence support for groundwater diversions

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Recognizing that drought conditions in 2024 may impact a wide variety of water users including business, the agricultural sector and communities, Environment and Protected Areas has implemented... More ≫

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Recognizing that drought conditions in 2024 may impact a wide variety of water users including business, the agricultural sector and communities, Environment and Protected Areas has implemented expedited Water Act licence and approval processes. Well owners and water well drillers can receive expedited assistance to help minimize the impacts from drought.

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2024 drought support : expedited Water Act approvals support

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Recognizing that drought conditions in 2024 may impact a wide variety of water users including business, the agricultural sector and communities, Environment and Protected Areas is implementing... More ≫

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Recognizing that drought conditions in 2024 may impact a wide variety of water users including business, the agricultural sector and communities, Environment and Protected Areas is implementing expedited Water Act licence and approval processes. Water users and those who wish to conduct work in or around water can receive expedited assistance to help minimize the impact of drought.

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Alberta drought response plan

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Alberta's Drought Response Plan is a multi-stage roadmap, covering everything from conservation plans and water-sharing agreements to declaring an emergency and prioritizing water for human health... More ≫

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Alberta's Drought Response Plan is a multi-stage roadmap, covering everything from conservation plans and water-sharing agreements to declaring an emergency and prioritizing water for human health and safety. The plan outlines: five stages of Alberta's drought response; the roles and responsibilities of partners, including government, to help everyone collaborate and communicate; regulatory and non-regulatory approaches and tools that may be used in various drought conditions; and how and when emergencies would be declared as a last resort.

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Water shortage preparedness

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This fact sheet supports water shortage preparedness for households that rely on a municipal water supply, including bulk water stations to meet their water needs.

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Water shortage management stages

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The Government of Alberta ensures the quality and quantity of Alberta's water resources under the Water Act, which supports and promotes the conservation and management of water. During times of... More ≫

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The Government of Alberta ensures the quality and quantity of Alberta's water resources under the Water Act, which supports and promotes the conservation and management of water. During times of drought and water shortage, it may be necessary for the government to take management action to protect the aquatic environment and integrity of the water management system. This fact sheet defines the five stages of water management and the potential management actions in each of those stages.

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Drought support : temporary livestock water assistance

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Describes the temporary livestock water assistance efforts implemented by Environment and Protected Areas to help livestock and poultry producers impacted by water shortage and drought conditions... More ≫

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Describes the temporary livestock water assistance efforts implemented by Environment and Protected Areas to help livestock and poultry producers impacted by water shortage and drought conditions find alternative water sources.

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