Landowner Ordered to Undertake $1 Million Fish Habitat Remediation
February 18, 2025 – A landowner in rural Alberta has been ordered to undertake a $1 million fish habitat remediation project after illegally altering a stream on their property.
The project, ordered by the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER), is intended to restore the stream to its natural state and improve fish habitat. The landowner had previously diverted the stream to create a pond, but failed to obtain the necessary permits.
The AER investigation found that the landowner’s actions had significantly damaged the stream’s ecosystem, including loss of fish habitat, sedimentation, and erosion. The project will involve restoring the stream’s original channel, installing riparian vegetation, and removing sediment.
The AER also noted that the landowner had failed to comply with multiple orders to stop the illegal alteration and restore the stream. As a result, the regulator imposed a $1 million administrative penalty and ordered the landowner to complete the remediation project within 12 months.
“Our primary goal is to protect the environment,” said AER Spokesperson Lisa DeJong. “We take illegal activities like this very seriously and will not hesitate to take enforcement action when necessary.”
The landowner has since apologized for their actions and agreed to comply with the AER’s order. They have also hired a qualified environmental contractor to oversee the remediation project.
The project is expected to take several months to complete. Once finished, the stream will once again provide suitable habitat for fish and other aquatic life.
The AER reminds all landowners that it is their responsibility to protect the environment and comply with environmental regulations. Landowners who are planning to alter a stream or wetland should contact the AER before proceeding.
Landowner ordered to undertake $1M fish habitat remediation
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