Alberta’s government has released a draft land-use plan for northern Alberta and is inviting Albertans to share their feedback and help shape how land in the region should be managed for years to come. Starting Aug. 14, Albertans can share their input until Nov. 12. Their input will help inform the development of the Berland sub-regional plan and guide future land-use decisions in the area.
The land in this area is used for many activities, including resource development, agriculture, recreation, tourism, forestry and traditional Indigenous land use. Land-use planning will help direct what activities take place in the future across this distinctive area.
“Gathering feedback is essential to advance land-use planning in Alberta. This draft plan aims to direct development while balancing economic, environmental and recreational priorities. Input from Albertans ensures land-use plans reflect the province’s needs and opportunities.”
The draft sub-regional plan, along with proposed regulatory sections, identifies opportunities for Albertans to work and play, to improve the overall landscape, and supports the ongoing practice of treaty rights and traditional land uses. The input received will be used to finalize the sub-regional plan, outlining potential direction for activities such as forestry, grazing, recreation and energy development, and caribou habitat restoration.
The draft plan is not final and is designed to help generate input and detailed feedback. All feedback will be closely reviewed. It will be used to help finalize the plan and, ultimately, support economic growth, conservation and strong communities in the Berland sub-region.
Alberta’s government will continue working with Indigenous communities and organizations, local governments, industry and others as the sub-regional plans are finalized and then implemented.
Quick facts
- The Berland sub-region covers 19,529 square kilometres southeast of Grande Prairie, bordering Jasper National Park to the south. It contains rolling hills, mountains, forests and glacial valleys, with a wide range of wildlife calling it home.
- Public engagement opens on Aug. 14 and runs until Nov. 12.
- Sub-regional plans help support economic growth of the area while improving the overall landscape condition, so the land is better able to support local recreation, caribou recovery and the sustained practice of Indigenous treaty rights and traditional land uses.