From organizing meet details to getting mobile meet results, solutions developed for meet hosts, by meet hosts. A water licence specifies the water source, the water use purpose, the maximum quantity of water that may be used, and the works associated with the water use, as well as where the water can be used. Albertas water act supports and promotes the conservation and. Royal bank of canada v hirsche herefords, 2012 abqb 32 this decision concludes that a provincial water licence can be contingently severed from the land or undertaking to which it is appurtenant by way of an agreement of sale and the subsequent registered transfer. Unless noted, sources for information listed below. Alberta water exchange realized the role that water license capacity would play in the future economic growth of alberta. Pdf, 76 kb water licence renewal project pdf, 74 kb additional information. To divert and use surface or ground water in alberta requires a licence under the provinces water act. To make this more understandable and better managed, the national water act specifies 11 water uses, in section 21, that require licencing. This report is available and may be freely downloaded from the alberta water portal. The nwa provides the department of water affairs and forestry dwaf with the. We have a number of ongoing programs operating in the systems where well be renewing water licences and associated permits. Application for a water resources licence part a wr328 version 3, july 2016 page 1 of 4 application for a water resources licence part a.
You can apply to use water for more than one water use purpose on your application. The authorization viewer allows you to check certain documents issued by alberta environment and parks aep. Code of practice notifications under the water act. Water act regional aquatics monitoring program ramp. The government of alberta has guidelines and legislation in place to ensure appropriate control and use of water. For example, water licence information is updated all the time, as is stream flow data. Water licences, transfers, and allocation alberta waterportal. This licence identifies the source of water supply, location of the diversion site, allocation of water allowed from the. For additional information on licensing under the water act, see the licenses fact sheet at. The aer has assumed responsibility for the water act in relation to energy development activitiesincluding application processes for the use of water licences and for activities that affect water.
The water act provides for the transfer of an allocation of water held under a licence, from one parcel of land to another. The water act establishes that all water in the province is owned by the crown the provincial government, and establishes processes to allow others to use and disturb water by issuing approvals and licences. A pipe from the small water treatment plant at ermineskin townsite in maskwacis, alberta on sunday, september 25. South saskatchewan river basin adaptation to climate variability. Easytouse software that automates the administration and performance tracking for. Water use may be restricted to certain times of the year. Before diverting and using surface water and groundwater in alberta, a licence must be obtained under the provinces water act. There are certain exceptions to this rule including exemptions for household purposes and agricultural use. The water act was created in order to address the wise management and conservation of water resources according to todays pressures. Each district holds water licences issued according to the provincial water act appendix. At the alberta water exchange awe we are dedicated to the most efficient and sustainable use of albertas water resources. This is public information, however, it is not the most current available in time due to reporting schedules. Application under the water act for approvals andor licences.
The following section looks at how our water is governed providing information on water licences, transfers and allocation. First nations, alberta seek compromise on water rights. For other questions of a regional nature such as water operations reports and water management plans we refer you to alberta environment regional services. The cost of applying for a wateruse licence varies widely depending on the specific nature of the water use. The general rule is that you need a licence under the water act to divert or use any surface water or groundwater in alberta. National water act, 1998 regulations regarding the procedural requirements for water use licence applications and appeals the minister of water and sanitation has, under section 261k and 416 of the national water act, 1998 act no. Is the model coupled with any gis software and if so, which one. There is no physical transfer of water from the land. This licencing can be achieved through a water use licence or general authorisation. The water use licence application, a document that contains all the completed licence application forms the dw forms, an copy of the receipt and other required documents title deeds.
Water resources act 1991 as amended by the water act 2003, environment act 1995, the water resources abstraction and impounding regulations 2006. This geodiscover portal makes searching for authoritative mapping data easier. Alberta environment and sustainable resource development. Albertas water act supports and promotes the allocation and conservation of water. The licence identifies the water source, location of diversion site, volume, rate and timing of water to be diverted, priority of the water right established by the licence, and nay conditions the diversion must adhere to.
The nsw office of water is a separate office within the department of environment, climate change and water guidelines on applying for a water licence under the water act 1912 the following information outlines the steps involved in applying to nsw office of water for a new water act 1912. Brief history of water diversion in alberta north west irrigation act 1894 water resources act 1931 water act 1999 to divert water from a natural river, creek or slough need a water act licenceneed a water act licence a licence provides a right to divert water. Authorizations issued under the water act or epea alberta. First nations, alberta seek compromise on water rights open this photo in gallery. Water act fact sheet temporary diversion of water albertas water act requires a licence be obtained before diverting and using surface water and groundwater. Learn about water licences, why there is a moratorium on new licences in. Users and new registrants can access the site at the login button to the right. Click here to view the historical trend maps of water allocations in 1900. If you were using groundwater on or before feb 29, 2016, please apply for an existing use groundwater licence. There are many points of legislation to consider and the following is a brief overview that highlights specific areas within water governance and legislation in alberta. Review basic instructions on using the licence viewer pdf, 21 kb to accept terms and proceed, visit. Questions related to ice jamming and water mastering have been addressed by staff of alberta environment regional services.
Source water is untreated water that is used to provide public drinking water, as well as to supply wells used for human consumption. Geodiscover alberta provides enhanced details regarding albertas geospatial data. A water licence is an authority granted under the water act 2000 to. Economic regulation authority water corporation, wl32, version 15, 19 july 2016 5 2. Albertas water sources include lakes, rivers, streams, wetlands, glaciers, and groundwater, all of which are sustained by watersheds and recharge areas in an interconnected cycle. Water licence application natural resource online services. To view a specific authorization or approval under the water act or the environmental. These exemptions are described in further detail later on this fact sheet. The fees commence at under r10 000 for a simple application, rising to about r100 000 or more if technical hydrological studies are required. This framework is part of the water for life strategy, a. The licence identifies the water source, location of diversion site, volume, rate and timing of water to be diverted, priority of the water right established by the licence. Albertas water resource allocation and management system. Alberta environment and parks, alberta water licence viewer gis web application.
Alberta s water act allows the transfer of the right to divert a volume of water from a source of water supply, under a certain priority. Start your application please select one of the options below to start your application. For complete text of the legislation mentioned below, and the most current version of these water regulations, see queens printer. This application form is for activities regulated under the water act. The following section looks at how our water is governed providing information on water licences. Water licences, transfers, and allocation in order to use or divert ground or surface water in alberta, the province requires you to obtain a licence, under the water act. Alberta water licenses search, buy, sell, transfer. This guide explains when a water licence is needed and how to make a water licence application.
What responsibility does the aer have under the water act. Refer to the act for commencement dates water use licence application and appeals regulations, 2017 government notice r267 in government gazette 407 dated. This twopage fact sheet provides an overview of eligible and noneligible water allocations for transfer, and the process for applying for a transfer. For further criteria explanation, please refer to the water act. Guidelines on applying for a water licence under the water. In 2005, alberta department of environment and sustainable resource development alberta environment implemented a moratorium on the issuance of new water licenses on rivers in the south saskatchewan river basin. Any person or company planning to undertake an activity that may affect the land or vegetation under or around a water body, or may affect the location, flow or quality of the water or aquatic environment, requires prior authorization and must submit a water act application or notice to alberta environment and parks or to the alberta energy regulator in accordance with the. Both alberta environment and parks aep and the alberta energy regulators aer grant approvals, licences, and codes of practice through the water act. The water quality information on this website is collected by alberta environment and parks under regulatory requirements to operate a waterworks system. The severance of a water right from a purchase and sale of land case commented on. The government of alberta has automated the decisionmaking for lowrisk tdl applications and streamlined the issuance of all tdls.
Albertas rapid population growth, continued development. You are legally required to apply by march 1, 2022, as per the water sustainability act wsa. An investigation into the administration of water licence. The water use licence process consist of 3 distinct processes, namely. The government of alberta is now accepting applications electronically for the temporary diversion of water under the water act. Albertas geospatial data is brought together in this searchable portal and can be accessed with our convenient viewer. Water use authorizations is required in terms of section 40 of the national water act.
A temporary diversion licence provides authority for diverting and using surface water or groundwater on a temporary basis up to a maximum period of one year. For all water use licensing enquiries please contact kate langlands tel. Water act approvals are required when an activity will impact a water body or when the works will divert and use surface or groundwater. The severance of a water right from a purchase and sale of. Search for water licences and registrations in southern alberta. The national water act nwa act no 36 of 1998 fundamentally reforms the law relating to water resources, recognising that water is a scarce and unevenly distributed national asset that belongs to the people of south africa.
A temporary diversion licence provides authority for this diversion, for a maximum of one year. To view a specific authorization or approval under the water act or the environmental protection and enhancement act, and you already have identifying data for the authorization or approval, go to. In 2010, the athabasca river water management framework will be implemented to limit water withdrawal from the athabasca river during environmentally sensitive periods alberta environment, 2007a. Environment and waters regulatory approvals centre at rac. For further information about the collection and use of this. The national water act and subsequent licence requirements are applicable to all persons in south africa. The alberta water act governs how the province of alberta manages water. The water act regulates water rights, activities that disturb water, and water planning and management in alberta. The purpose of the act is to promote the conservation and management of water while recognizing the need for economic growth and prosperity and flexible management that works cooperatively with governments of. This application is to apply for a water licence for your existing nondomestic groundwater use, meaning your water use began before march 1, 2016. Suite, 250 5 street sw, calgary, alberta t2p 0r4 page.
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