Shorelands

These are the beds and shores of all lakes, rivers, streams and any permanent and naturally occurring water bodies within Alberta.

Introduction

Shorelands refer to the beds and shores of all Alberta’s permanent and naturally occurring bodies of water, including:

  • lakes
  • rivers
  • streams
  • wetlands

In Alberta, the province generally owns and is responsible for managing shorelands.

Learn more in Shorelands – overview.

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