Land Stewardship
Land stewardship involves responsibly managing and conserving natural resources, ecosystems, and landscapes to sustain their ecological health and diversity for current and future generations.
ResourceRiparian Land Conservation and Management Policy
As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Canada, Rocky View embarked on a Growth Management Strategy in order to facilitate sound land use and development decisions regarding community sustainability, resource management and the environment.
ResourceThe Future of the South Saskatchewan River Basin
Water interviews with local experts for U of L water research.
ResourceFarm, Ranch and Acreage Property Program: Needs Assessment December 2004
A unique training opportunity for REALTOR®S® to achieve excellence in rural client service. The course includes: presentations from experts in related fields; touring country residential properties and looking at characteristics that affect value; and critical thinking and group discussion to turn industry challenges into solutions.
ResourceOn the Living Edge: Your Guide for Waterfront Living
On The Living Edge contains information specifically for lakefront and streamside properties in Alberta. REALTOR®S® use this publication as a gift for waterfront purchasers, information for consumers and for pre-purchase support. The publication includes information on erosion, septic systems, building by water and purchasing tips.
ResourceHome Buyers’ Guide to Environmental Stewardship
The guide is a resource to inform prospective home buyers about the area’s environmental and lifestyle assets. It encourages environmentally responsible choices and stewardship actions relating to living in close proximity to wildlife and habitat corridors.
ResourceA Conservation Tool Chest for Landowners: Investing in the Land You Love
A booklet created for private landowners by the Alberta Region of the Nature Conservancy of Canada outlining the various tools that are available for private land conservation; ways for individuals to protect their rural communities and the stunning landscapes that surround them.
ResourceReconciling Ecosystem and Political Borders: A Legal Map
A research document maintaining ecological integrity in a multi-jurisdictional area. This resource is available in hard copy format in the AREF office.