Healthy soils are key to our ability to provide food, manage the available carbon and provide building blocks to our ecosystem. This study aimed to increase awareness on the importance of soil health toward building a sustainable food production system, as well as understand the current soil health policy framework and farming management practices affecting soil health in Alberta. (2023)
Various regional and sectoral organizations have participated in and tracked the progress of the implementation of the Land-use Framework and the Alberta Land Stewardship Act. This study examines the history and current status of the implementation of the various land stewardship tools set out in the Alberta LUF and ALSA, with particular emphasis on market-based conservation tools. (2023)
As climate change continues to create challenges for fast-growing urban communities in Alberta and beyond, it is imperative that we deploy effective adaptation strategies to protect citizens. Trees in urban contexts are a recommended climate adaptation measure but more research is necessary to help policymakers assess and realize the full potential of their ecosystem services. (2023)
September 5, 2024
Over the next few months, the Alberta Land Institute will be holding a series of free webinars over lunch time (12-1pm MST). The webinars will focus on education and discussion…
August 23, 2024
Following a record breaking 2023, the 2024 wildfire season in Alberta got off to an early start. In the wake of the wildfires in Jasper that claimed 30% of the town’s structures,…
August 16, 2024
EPISODE 2 - Agricultural Land and Development with Brent Swallow How to grow and protect agricultural land in Alberta. Hosted by ALI Communications Coordinator Evan Menzies…
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