Landscape Management

Land not falling within a park or protected area still needs to be respected and used responsibly. Government and industry need to be held accountable and using best practices.

Current issues

Land Use Planning: Applying land use planning best practices to limit cumulative effects and conserve environmentally significant areas and corridors protects Alberta's landscapes and ecosystems.

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Oil Sands: The development of the oil sands is a significant threat to the ecological integrity of the boreal forest.

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Forests: Declining conditions in Alberta’s Boreal forest is putting biodiversity at risk.

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Did you know?

Only 12.5% of Alberta is currently conserved as Parks and Protected areas
Most of this land is in the mountains and Wood Buffalo National Park
Not all of the different ecosystem types are protected from industrial use
Industrial activity is still permitted in some ‘protected areas’ (see Parks)
87.5% of Alberta’s landscapes are open to ever-increasing development

We depend on Alberta's land, water and a host of natural resources to fuel our economy and to meet our needs. We must ensure that in using our natural resources, we do not abuse them. Our children deserve a rich natural heritage

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