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Minister Jason Nixon
Jason Nixon was appointed Minister of Environment and Parks and House Leader on April 30, 2019.
Accomplishments
Under Alberta’s Caribou Protection Plan, the province continues to protect caribou and caribou habitats while negotiating a conservation agreement with the federal government.
The Technology and Innovation Emissions Reduction (TIER) program will help large industrial facilities find innovative ways to reduce emissions and invest in clean technology.
Key information
- Environmental monitoring is conducted in Alberta under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act.
- The Office of the Chief Scientist provides oversight and communication for Alberta’s environmental science program.
Our responsibilities
Alberta Environment and Parks:
- works to protect and enhance Alberta’s environment and ecosystems to ensure a sustainable future, making life better for Albertans
- works with Albertans, Indigenous communities and stakeholders to ensure the province’s environmental, social and economic outcomes for the future are met
- engages Albertans to understand the challenges in ensuring Alberta’s natural resources are managed using innovative and responsible approaches
Ministry information
Publications
Resources
- Environment and Parks blog
- Legislation
- List of public agencies
- Media inquiries
- Ministry staff directory
- Personal information bank directories
- Telephone directory by community
Social media
In focus
Air Photo Library temporary closure
The Air Photo Library is temporarily closed to the public until further notice. Product orders can still be placed via email.
Alberta river conditions and advisories
Visit the Alberta River Basins website for current advisories on watercourses throughout the province.
Public land and trail closures
Review the latest public land and trail closures taking place in Alberta.
Latest news
- Jun 03, 2020
Additional funding for berms in Bragg Creek will help ensure the community is protected against a one-in-100-year flood, while supporting economic recovery.
- Jun 02, 2020
Minister of Environment and Parks Jason Nixon and Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women Leela Sharon Aheer issued the following statements on Recreation and Parks Month:
- Jun 01, 2020
Government is funding Emissions Reduction Alberta’s Food, Farming, and Forestry Challenge through the Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction (TIER) Fund.