Overview
We have gathered feedback to help evaluate whether the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan remains relevant for the region and how effective it has been.
Established in 2014 and amended in 2017 and 2018, the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan guides the Alberta government's environmental management, addresses growth pressures and supports economic development in the South Saskatchewan Region. The 10-year review is required under the Alberta Land Stewardship Act and will consider the ongoing relevancy and effectiveness of the plan.
This review does not amend, repeal or replace the regional plan and the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan remains in effect and continues to provide strategic direction for the region.
Get informed
Learn more about the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan and the 10-year review:
Additional background information is available, including:
- South Saskatchewan Regional Plan
- 5-year Evaluation report
- Implementation progress reporting
- Regional Plan Indicators
- Reports on the status of air quality and water quality
- Agriculture reports for the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan
- Land-use planning maps
- Land Use Framework
- Alberta Land Stewardship Act
Input received
Online survey
Albertans shared feedback through an online survey on the ongoing relevancy and effectiveness the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan between September 23 and December 7, 2024.
Stakeholder and Indigenous engagement
Staff from the Land Use Secretariat and Alberta government ministries met with representatives of Indigenous communities and organizations, municipalities and targeted interested parties to get feedback on the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan Review and priorities emerging in the region. Engagement sessions occurred in the fall of 2024 in Lethbridge and Calgary.
Outcomes
Your feedback will help us evaluate the relevance of the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan and the plan’s effectiveness in meeting its objectives to sustain the region’s growing economy while integrating and achieving Albertans’ economic, environmental and social goals.
The South Saskatchewan Regional Plan 10-year review will result in a report from the Land Use Secretariat to the Stewardship Minister on the ongoing relevancy and effectiveness of the regional plan.
Contact
Connect with the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan review engagement:
Email: [email protected]