Water &amp; Watershed Management

North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance

Event

Riparian Health in the NSR Watershed - From Policy to Planting

Oct 25 2018 - 9:00am to 3:00pm

A riparian area is defined as the strip of moisture-loving vegetation growing along the edge of a natural water body. A riparian management zone usually extends from the water’s edge to the upland area.

What progress has been made to protect and improve riparian areas in the North Saskatchewan River watershed? Read more about Riparian Health in the NSR Watershed - From Policy to Planting

Source: Eventbrite

Location

Clymont Community League

#1 51424 Highway 60

T7Y 1C3 Spruce Grove , AB

See map: Google Maps

North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance

Riparian Areas

Sep

10

2018

Story

Keepers of the Athabasca Indigenous Water Governance Workshops in Calgary and Edmonton

Environmental Law & Policy

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WORKSHOP WITH CALEB BEHN

Executive Director, Keepers of the Water
Water Advocate for First Nations at a national level
Walrus Talks, TEDx talks on Indigenous Water Governance

Exploring pre-contact water laws, agreements, and treaties, while asking the question: can there be an Indigenous Water Governance model for Canada?

Workshop series presented by Read more about Keepers of the Athabasca Indigenous Water Governance Workshops in Calgary and Edmonton

Indigienous Peoples Issues

News & Announcements

Sep

10

2018

Media Releases & Op-eds

Concerned Citizens object to destructive gravel pit proposal

Between the quiet and scenic hamlets of Tawatinaw and Rochester, among the vibrant colors of fall, the crisp fresh air and the sounds of migrating birds of all kinds, looms an ominous threat… Read more about Concerned Citizens object to destructive gravel pit proposal

Air Quality

Source: CPAWS Northern Alberta

Event

Presentation: Respecting the River

CPAWS Northern Alberta

Aug 28 2018 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

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Why should we care about headwaters?

CPAWS Northern Alberta will be travelling to Grande Prairie and Peace River to give presentations about the conservation of the headwaters from August 28th to August 30th.

CPAWS Northern Alberta will be giving a presentation on the conservation issues in the Grande Prairie area, on the importance of the headwaters of the Peace and Athabasca rivers, their role in climate change mitigation, and the impacts downstream that could occur if they are not protected! Read more about Presentation: Respecting the River

Location

Grande Prairie Public Library

101–9839 103 Avenue

Grande Prairie , AB

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Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society

Climate Change

Edmonton River Valley Conservation Coalition

Event

Night Out on the North Saskatchewan

North Saskatchewan River Valley Conservation Society

Soroptimist International of Edmonton

Sep 22 2018 (All day)

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Photo of N Sask River with Edmonton skyline in background

Edmonton's beautiful North Saskatchewan River Valley is the longest contiguous urban green space in North America! Celebrate the Wonder and the History hidden in our Edmonton gem! Read more about Night Out on the North Saskatchewan

Get more details and tickets on Eventbrite

Location

Beverly Heights Community Hall

4209 111 Avenue NW

T5W 0K3 Edmonton , AB

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Edmonton River Valley Conservation Coalition

Outdoor Recreation

Wilderness & Parks

Athabasca Watershed Council

Jul

23

2018

Job Posting

Job Opportunity: Communications Specialist, Athabasca Watershed Council

Position:

Communications Specialist

Organization:

Application Deadline:

7 Aug 2018

Location:

Athabasca

Salary: $50,000.00 to $60,000.00 /year
Reporting: Reporting to the Executive Director of Athabasca Water Council

About Athabasca Watershed Council (AWC-WPAC) was established in 2009, the Athabasca Watershed Council (AWC-WPAC) is a designated Watershed Planning and Advisory Council (WPAC) that works in partnership with the Government of Alberta to achieve the goals outlined in the Provincial Government’s Water for Life strategy: Read more about Job Opportunity: Communications Specialist, Athabasca Watershed Council

Source: Athabasca Watershed Council

Paid

Full-time

Permanent

Jun

12

2018

Action Alert

Pledge your support for the Bighorn Wildland Park

CPAWS Northern Alberta

The Bighorn Backcountry needs you right now!

Albertans live in one of the most beautiful places on Earth and we love to get out there to enjoy it. That’s worth protecting. Take a minute to help protect the nature you love before we miss our chance! Read more about Pledge your support for the Bighorn Wildland Park

Wilderness & Parks

Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society

News & Announcements

Event

AWA Tuesday Talk: Water Quality and Wildlife

Alberta Wilderness Association

May 2 2018 - 1:00am

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What do water bug communities tell us about human and natural impacts in the Castle, Kananaskis and Bow Rivers?

How can they help us measure pollutants?

What are the impacts of wastewater on fish?

Do wetlands play an important role for pollinators?

How can we improve public involvement with open data?

Join us for an exploration into these questions as we showcase the results of independent research conducted by Environmental Science students at the University of Calgary! Read more about AWA Tuesday Talk: Water Quality and Wildlife

Register on the AWA website

Location

AWA Cottage School

455 12 Street NW

Calgary , AB

See map: Google Maps

Alberta Wilderness Association

Wildlife Protection