Christmas bird counts taking flight
Volunteers across the province are taking part in the Christmas Bird Count – North America’s longest-running citizen science project.
View ArticleMethane emissions equivalency: Ministers Savage, Nixon
Energy Minister Sonya Savage and Environment and Parks Minister Jason Nixon issued the following statement regarding Alberta’s efforts to gain methane emissions equivalency from the federal government:
View ArticleNew emissions regulation cuts industry costs
Alberta’s large industrial emitters will benefit from an improved system to manage emissions in the new year.
View ArticleHelp build sustainable fisheries
Albertans are invited to share their thoughts on fisheries management and expanded fishing opportunities at 11 open house events across the province.
View ArticleThree Albertans face environmental charges
Government has laid six charges under the Public Lands Act related to the unauthorized use of public land near Whitecourt.
View ArticleVillage of Cereal pleads guilty to pesticide charge
The Village of Cereal, the village foreman and a campground caretaker have each pleaded guilty to improper application of a pesticide.
View ArticleAvalanche awareness: Statement from Minister Nixon
Minister of Environment and Parks Jason Nixon issued the following statement on avalanche awareness:
View ArticleCutting red tape for electricity providers
A streamlined regulatory process makes it easier for Alberta’s electricity providers to carry out their winter construction plans.
View ArticleFunding for Alberta’s fish hatcheries
The province is supporting Alberta’s fish hatchery facilities to ensure sustainable recreational fishing opportunities and a healthy aquatic environment.
View ArticleMoose Lake Together Summit: Minister Nixon
Minister of Environment and Parks Jason Nixon issued the following statement on the Moose Lake Together Summit:
View ArticleTeck Frontier project: Minister Nixon
Minister of Environment and Parks Jason Nixon issued the following statement on Alberta’s position regarding the Teck Frontier oilsands mine project:
View ArticleInviting investment to the northwest
A new provincial-municipal partnership will create jobs and economic opportunities for communities in northwest Alberta.
View ArticleKey approval for Canmore’s Cougar Creek Dam
The province has approved a new flood mitigation project for Canmore that will help ensure public safety and lower the risk of flood damage, like that experienced in 2013.
View ArticleCelebrate all things fishing in Alberta
Albertans and visitors of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to try ice fishing and enjoy the great outdoors during Alberta Fishing Week.
View ArticleTeck Frontier mine project: Minister Nixon
Minister of Environment and Parks Jason Nixon issued the following statement announcing agreements with the Mikisew Cree First Nation and Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation for the Teck Frontier mine...
View ArticleEnsuring fairness with environmental appeals
Three new members and two reappointed members will use their expertise and knowledge to ensure continued impartiality and fairness when it comes to decisions under the Environmental Appeals Board.
View ArticleOptimizing Alberta parks
Government is making changes to the province’s parks model in order to find efficiencies and create partnership opportunities for Albertans and non-profits.
View ArticleCOVID-19 prompts Alberta Parks facility restrictions
To minimize the risk and spread of COVID-19, Alberta Environment and Parks is implementing temporary facility access restrictions.
View ArticleVehicle restrictions applied to parks and recreation areas
Automobile access is temporarily suspended at access points to all provincial parks as well as provincial recreation areas.
View ArticleLearn about the province’s wildlife
To complement the release of new sport fishing regulations, and in recognition of the fact many Albertans are self-isolating in light of COVID-19, the Alberta Hunter Education Instructors’ Association...
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