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The following list of organizations and their websites are provided as a resource for Alberta Department of Energy (DOE) web site visitors. In general, DOE aims to provide links to web sites that primarily serve educational, research or public information needs. Please note: DOE is not responsible for the content or operation of third-party Web sites or electronic services reached by virtue of links from its portal.
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There are numerous associations and organizations throughout Alberta, Canada, and the world, which may be of interest to you for further information on coal, minerals, electricity, natural gas, oil, oil sands, and other energy sector information. |
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The Alberta Chamber of Resources continues to expand the collaborative efforts within Alberta’s resource industries. ACR’s hallmark is to offer solutions and seek balance to ensure the orderly development of Canadian resources. This is the theme for the Chamber’s future—to stand up and represent the voice of our members in a powerful and credible way. |
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Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta (APEGGA) |
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APEGGA is a self-governing association responsible to the people of Alberta for the licensing of professional engineers, geologists and geophysicists, the maintaining of professional standards and upholding the Code of Ethics. |
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The British Columbia & Yukon Chamber of Mines supports and promotes the mineral exploration community and related services by disseminating information to the public and governments, thereby assisting in the creation of wealth and jobs through sustainable mineral development. |
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The Calgary Mineral Exploration Group Society is a non-profit association incorporated under the Societies Act of Alberta. The mandate of the Calgary MEG is to foster a recognition of the importance of mineral exploration and the development of mineral resources to the province of Alberta. |
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The Canadian Geoscience Council provides an open forum for communications, discussion and debate to ensure the effectiveness and influence of the geosciences in addressing the needs of the people of Canada, especially with regard to the quality of life, economic prosperity, and the maintenance and improvement of the natural environment. |
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Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) |
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The Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum is the leading technical society of professionals in the Canadian minerals, metals, materials and energy industries. With over 12,000 national members, CIM strives to be the association of choice for professionals in the minerals industries. |
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The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) is the national organization of the Canadian mining industry. It comprises companies engaged in mineral exploration, mining, smelting, refining and semifabrication. Member companies account for the majority of Canada's output of metals and major industrial materials. |
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The PDAC exists to protect and promote the interests of the Canadian mineral exploration sector and to ensure a robust mining industry in Canada. The PDAC will encourage the highest standards of technical, environmental, safety and social practices in Canada and internationally. |
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There are numerous organizations throughout Alberta, Canada, and the world, which offer information for educational and research purposes on coal, minerals, electricity, natural gas, oil, oil sands, and other energy sector information. |
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The mission of the Alberta Geological Survey (AGS) is to provide geoscience information and expertise needed by government, industry and the public for earth-resources stewardship and sustainable development in Alberta. AGS activities are separated into two programs: energy and minerals. |
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Alberta Employment, Immigration and Industry (EII) provides a variety of information, programs and services that can benefit employers, workers and individuals with an interest in minerals exploration, production and manufacturing. The EII website provides information on training opportunities, worksite health and safety, workforce development and more. |
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The British Columbia & Yukon Chamber of Mines supports and promotes the mineral exploration community and related services by disseminating information to the public and governments, thereby assisting in the creation of wealth and jobs through sustainable mineral development. |
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The Canadian Geoscience Council provides an open forum for communications, discussion and debate to ensure the effectiveness and influence of the geosciences in addressing the needs of the people of Canada, especially with regard to the quality of life, economic prosperity, and the maintenance and improvement of the natural environment. |
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Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) |
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The Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum is the leading technical society of professionals in the Canadian minerals, metals, materials and energy industries. With over 12,000 national members, CIM strives to be the association of choice for professionals in the minerals industries. |
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The CANMET Mining and Mineral Sciences Laboratories (MMSL) are federal government research laboratories within the CANMET Mineral Technology Branch of Natural Resources Canada. CANMET-MMSL provides quality research and sound scientific advice to the mining and minerals industries, and to provincial/territorial and federal government departments involved in promoting or regulating these industries. |
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Marine Environmental Geoscience Subdivision that studies geologic processes and sediment properties along the coast, in the nearshore, and on the continental margin to determine environmental processes and impacts of development. |
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The GSC is Canada's premier agency for geoscientific information and research, with world-class expertise focusing on geoscience surveys, sustainable development of Canada's resources, environmental protection, and technology innovation. |
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Grande Prairie Regional College is a publicly supported, post-secondary institution. The College operates under the Colleges Act and Ministry of Learning, Province Of Alberta. Grande Prairie Regional College was established in 1966 and now offers a wide variety of exciting career programs, university studies, options for degree completion and an Applied Degree in Forest Resource Management. |
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Opened in 1965 as the Alberta Vocational Centre (AVC) in Fort McMurray; the official opening ceremonies were held on January 26, 1966.Opened under the name "Keyano" in 1975; Keyano is a Cree word that roughly translated means "sharing"; the original slogan for the College was adapted from that to be "Yours, Mine and Ours". |
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NAIT confers certificates, diplomas, and applied degrees. The Institute offers over 190 programs including 32 apprenticeship offerings. Over 1,200 continuing education courses are also available. |
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This site is a user-friendly tool for educational learning on energy topics. It is designed especially for kids and includes games/quizzes to test them on energy issues. |
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PDAC Mining Matters helps to educate students about Canada’s geology and mineral resource endowment and promotes awareness of the importance of rocks, metals, minerals and mining through the dissemination of information and the development and distribution of educational programs and material. |
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The Provincial Museum of Alberta is committed to building and preserving collections documenting the diversity of Alberta's natural history. We have eight different natural history collections. To date our collections number about 500,000 specimens. |
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SAIT is known world-wide for its quality technical education and hands-on training. We also have over 2,300 continuing education courses. With more than 70 applied degree, diploma and certificate programs, SAIT provides education and first class training for more than 65,000 learners beginning and enhancing their careers each year. |
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Each year thousands of students come together at the University of Alberta. In classrooms, labs, studios, and lecture halls, these students study, discuss, create, investigate and debate in courses offered through the U of A's 200 undergraduate and 170 graduate degree programs. |
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The University of Calgary is dedicated to four principles: meeting the needs of learners; participating in research, discovery and creativity; engaging in multidisciplinary inquiry; and benefiting the community. Ranked eighth in Canada's top research universities, the University is able to attract professors who are internationally recognized as leaders in their fields. This gives undergraduate students the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of new discoveries. |
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There are numerous government organizations throughout Alberta, Canada, and the world, which offer regulatory and other pertinent information on coal, minerals, electricity, natural gas, oil, oil sands, and other energy sector information. |
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Alberta Environment manages the use of Alberta's diverse landscapes to sustain a healthy environment, a prosperous economy and strong communities. We are committed to protecting the province's air, land, and water. We also strive to be a leader in addressing climate change and waste management. Central to our mandate is the protection of the environment and the protection and management of water resources. |
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The mission of the Alberta Geological Survey (AGS) is to provide geoscience information and expertise needed by government, industry and the public for earth-resources stewardship and sustainable development in Alberta. AGS activities are separated into two programs: energy and minerals. |
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The CANMET Mining and Mineral Sciences Laboratories (MMSL) are federal government research laboratories within the CANMET Mineral Technology Branch of Natural Resources Canada. CANMET-MMSL provides quality research and sound scientific advice to the mining and minerals industries, and to provincial/territorial and federal government departments involved in promoting or regulating these industries. |
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The Farmers' Advocate and assistants are available for public information meetings on subjects such as surface rights, seismic activity, mineral leasing, trespass and other topics that may be of concern to the agricultural community. |
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The GSC is Canada's premier agency for geoscientific information and research, with world-class expertise focusing on geoscience surveys, sustainable development of Canada's resources, environmental protection, and technology innovation. |
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Monitors and collects data on mining and mineral exploration in Northern Canada. Promotes mining investment and provides information and technical advice to a wide variety of clients, including the mining industry, other government departments, First Nations, schools and the general public. |
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The Mineral Resources Directorate located in the City of Gatineau (sector Hull), Quebec develops policies and legislation to promote the Sustainable Development of mineral resources in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. |
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The Minerals and Metals Sector (MMS) of Natural Resources Canada is the federal government's primary source of scientific and technological knowledge, and policy advice, on Canada's mineral and metal resources and on explosives regulation and technology. |
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Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) plays a pivotal role in helping shape the important contributions of the natural resources sector to the Canadian economy, society and environment. This sector - forests, energy, minerals and metals, and landmass, as well as related industries - is one of the most productive, high-tech sectors in the global economy. |
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The NRCB provides an impartial forum for the review of natural resource development projects and regulates confined feeding operations in Alberta. The NRCB assumed responsibility for the regulation of various livestock developments in Alberta on January 1, 2002. The NRCB’s mandate is to determine whether these projects/developments are in the public interest, which means balancing the social, environmental and economic interests of Albertans. |
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The Northern Alberta Development Council (NADC) is a regional development council with a focus on advancing the development of the northern economy. The mission of the NADC is to identify and implement measures that will advance northern development, as well as advise government on opportunities and issues. The NADC is involved with projects and initiatives in transportation, value-added agriculture, tourism, educational initiatives and inter-jurisdictional projects. |
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The Board is a unique rural municipal area covering approximately 2.1 million hectares in southeastern Alberta. The Board is responsible for the administration of the area as it relates to providing all municipal services as well as the leasing of public lands within the area. The Board is responsible for all local roads, comprising some 5,000 miles within the area. All revenue and expenditures are controlled by the Board through the Special Areas trust account. |
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The Surface Rights Board (SRB)is a quasi-judicial board authorized under the Surface Rights Act to determine compensation related to energy activities. |
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Significant challenges tackled by Sustainable Resource Development in 2003-04 included drought, the Lost Creek fire, mountain pine beetles, West Nile virus and recreational access. The ministry’s annual report outlines actions it took to ensure that provincial public lands, forests, fish and wildlife resources continue to be managed sustainably. |
