The Government of Alberta is currently accepting input for landscape level planning in the Kananaskis and Ghost regions. Here’s our survey guide.
More fines issued to forestry operator for erosion control failures
Recurring incidents of non-compliance highlight systemic problems with logging that are threatening Alberta’s native trout species.
The issue with CIMI: There’s no modernizing coal
Here’s what we can likely expect from Alberta’s new coal policy, and the impacts it will have on Alberta’s environment and economy.
An Action Plan Without Action
A proposed multi-species action plan for all three of Alberta’s at-risk native trout species has been made available for comment by Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO).
Alberta Announces it Meets 30×30 Targets with Dubious Claim
Currently, only about 15% of Alberta’s land is formally classified as protected. Yet, the province appears to be side-stepping its responsibility to reach the 30×30 target by simply ‘relabeling’ public lands as protected areas.
Northback Applies for Water License for Blairmore Creek Watershed
Application contradicts company claim that the Grassy Mountain Project will have “No water drawn from creeks or rivers.”
Draft Cooperation Agreement between Alberta and Canada Fast Tracks Project Approvals at the Expense of Public Interest and Accountability
‘One project, one review’ process for major projects will further degrade environmental safeguards and public participation.
Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park under threat from All-Season Resorts Act
Silvertip Gondola up Mount Lady Macdonald now being considered for designation under the All Season Resorts Act, removing provincial park land from the Bow Valley.
2026 Alberta Budget: Our Thoughts
The Government of Alberta has released its 2026 Budget. Here’s our take.
Risks of Offsetting for Species-at-Risk Highlighted by Independent Auditor’s Report
An overreliance on offsetting threatens Alberta’s native trout.