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Minister Sonya Savage
Sonya Savage was sworn in as Minister of Environment and Protected Areas on October 24, 2022.
Mandate letter
The Premier's mandate letter to the Minister of Environment and Protected Areas outlines the objectives and priorities of the work they will focus on in their role.
Our responsibilities
The ministry:
- 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 Protected Areas blog
- Legislation
- List of public agencies
- Media inquiries
- Personal information bank directories
Social media
Key information
- Alberta’s Environmental Science Program provides data, information and reporting on the condition of the environment in Alberta.
- The Office of the Chief Scientist coordinates delivery of Alberta’s Environmental Science Program to provide data and reporting on the condition of Alberta’s environment.
In focus
Budget 2022 is moving Alberta forward by building health system capacity, getting more Albertans working, and balancing the budget.
This campaign educates Albertans about avoiding illegal introduction of invasive species into water bodies.
Alberta river conditions and advisories
Visit the Alberta River Basins website for current advisories on watercourses throughout the province.
Bears and outdoor recreation
Advice for anglers, campers, hikers and mountain bikers on how to stay safe in bear country.
Watercraft inspections
Everyone transporting a watercraft must report to an inspection station to check for aquatic invasive species.
Latest news
- Jan 31, 2023
Orkin Canada Corporation (Orkin) has pleaded guilty to failing to hold the required registration for pesticide application.
- Dec 22, 2022
Robert Rettie has pleaded guilty to one count under the Water Act regarding an incident that occurred between Aug. 31, 2020 and May 26, 2022.
- Nov 14, 2022
The Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction (TIER) fund is helping Alberta’s industrial sector reduce emissions and stay competitive.