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Water allocation is a tool that is used when trying to strike a balance between water consumption and environmental protection. Where can I find information on Alberta's water supply? How is water allocated in Alberta?Water is allocated in Alberta based on a First in Time, First in Right system. The first person to apply for and receive water licenses have what are called senior licenses and have the first right to get all their allocated water under that licence. To protect the aquatic environment or to implement a water conservation objective, the Director may consider withholding up to 10% of an allocation of water being transferred if it is in the public interest. What is a water allocation transfer?Provisions under the Water Act and the Water (Ministerial) Regulation allow for the transfer of an allocation of water under a license. A transfer can only be considered where water is allocated under a license and where an approved water management plan is in place that allows transfers, or through an order of the Lieutenant Governor in Concil that authorizes the ability to transfer. For more information see the water allocation transfer guidelines. |
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