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Aquatic Ecosystems

One of the three main goals of Alberta’s Water for Life strategy is ensuring healthy aquatic ecosystems. We’ve compiled a number of reports and resources related to the topic below:

Resources on Wetlands and
Riparian Areas:

Wetlands

Riparian Areas

Fish and Other Biodiversity

Athabasca Rainbow Trout Fish Sustainability Index

The Fish Sustainability Index (FSI) is an assessment of the health of the Athabasca Rainbow Trout in Alberta.

Find comprehensive information about mayflies and Ephemeroptera Galactica

Aquatic Ecosystems Initiatives

Native Trout Recovery Program

A program aimed at conserving trout on Alberta’s Eastern Slopes. Some of the trout species supported by the program include Athabasca rainbow trout, bull trout, and Westslope cutthroat trout.

University Of Alberta Fisheries And Aquatic Conservation Lab:

A fisheries and aquatic conservation lab that aims to conserve freshwater fishes, develop effective restoration and reclamation programs, and create sustainable resource development and land use practices in North America.

Watercourse Crossing Program

A program designed to reconnect habitat fragmented by watercourse crossings such as roadways, trails, and culverts. Some of the fishes dependent on having connected waters include arctic grayling, Athabasca rainbow trout, bull trout, and Westslope cutthroat trout.

Watch our explanatory video on Source Water Protection

Athabasca Watershed Council

5101 50 Avenue, PO Box 1058,
Athabasca, AB

780.213.0343

info@athabascawatershed.ca

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