Community & Recreation Facilities

Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2

1.0 INTRODUCTION

The City of Edmonton’s Community & Recreation Facilities (CRF) is subject to provincial and federal environmental regulations as well as municipal by-laws. CRF also subscribes to
various City policies, guidelines, and voluntary/corporate environmental programs. This document lists the federal and provincial legislation, municipal by-laws, and relevant
guidelines, standards, codes of practice, and other requirements applicable to the environmental aspects of CRF operations.

2.0 DISCLAIMER

This planning document has been prepared to identify the legal and relevant other requirements associated with CRF environmental aspects. The environmental regulatory review
focused solely on environmental requirements; a complete regulatory assessment for the branch was beyond the scope of the review. The listings and explanations here within do
not constitute legal interpretations; rather, they are intended to clarify how the regulatory (or corporate/agency) document would apply to CRF operations and environmental aspects.
The linkages made to CRF environmental aspects are not comprehensive; rather, they serve as an example of the applicability of the document. All listings are only as current as
the revision date of this planning document.

3.0 USING THIS DOCUMENT

The legal and regulatory documents explored in this document are whenever possible, hyperlinked to various internet locations where more detailed information can be found,
including the complete text of most of the documents listed. When an electronic version of the document is not available on the internet, the reader can contact the Environmental
Supervisor for a hard copy of the document.

Each requirement listed is categorized as federal, provincial, municipal legislation, city policy/guideline, or a “voluntary” requirement. Voluntary requirements may include
environmental programs, commitments or best management practices adopted by a branch or by the corporation.

All employees can contact the Environmental Supervisor to obtain further details regarding legislation or other requirements that pertain to
their work.

Revision Date: November 2, 2016

Page 1 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.
 Community & Recreation Facilities
Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2
Name of Legislation Description General Application to CRF Environmental Aspects

Federal Legislation
The goal of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) is to contribute to sustainable
development through pollution prevention and to protect the environment, human life and health from the
A number of chemicals used in operations regulated under
Canadian Environmental Protection Act risks associated with toxic substances. CEPA also recognizes the contribution of pollution prevention and
CEPA such as R12 refrigerant gases. These are
(1999) – (C-33) the management and control of toxic substances and hazardous waste to reducing threats to Canada's
administered by Land and Buildings.
ecosystems and biological diversity. Health Canada works in partnership with Environment Canada to
assess potentially toxic substances and to develop regulations to control toxic substances.
CRF activities can result in a release of contaminants into
The Canada Water Act outlines the authority of the federal government relative to the provinces storm sewers which flow into the North Saskatchewan River.
Canada Water Act – (C-11)
regarding water resource programs, research, water quality management, and advisory. Such a release is regulated by the water quality
management section of this Act.

Canadian Association of Zoos and

To establish, maintain and raise standards of operation in the Canadian zoo and aquarium community Accreditation required for the Edmonton Valley Zoo
Aquariums Accreditation Standards, 2012
through a process of self-evaluation, on site inspections and peer review. operations.
Edition

Environmental Code of Practice for

The Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment has released a code of practice for the There are a number of above ground storage tanks used in
Underground and Aboveground Storage
construction, operation and maintenance of AST/UST systems. The code is considered a best the branch. They are primarily found at golf courses.
Tank Systems Containing Petroleum
management practices guideline but has not been adopted as law by the Alberta government.
Products, 2003
Environmental Code of Practice for Facility Maintenance Services Branch HVAC systems in
The Regulations are intended to reduce emissions of ozone-depleting substances of ozone-depleting
Elimination of Fluorocarbon Emissions facilities. The handling and disposal of ODSs resulting from
substances.
from Refrigeration and Air Conditioning these activities is an influenceable aspect for Community &
Systems Recreation Facilities.

The Federal Fisheries Act provides for the protection of fish habitat. Under this Act, no one can carry out CRF activities can release harmful substances into sewers
Fisheries Act (Bill F-14) work that harmfully alters, disrupts or destroys fish habitat unless authorized by Fisheries and Oceans that flow directly into the North Saskatchewan River.
Canada. Also, no one may deposit a deleterious substance in water frequented by fish.

Revision Date: November 2, 2016

Page 2 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.
 Community & Recreation Facilities
Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2

Name of Legislation Description General Application to CRF Environmental Aspects

Canada’s Firearms Act governs the possession of firearms under a licensing system. The requirement of
Canada’s Firearms Act, S.C. 1995, c. 39: non-restricted firearms for wildlife management is allowed through a Business Firearms License.
Individuals operating under the license must have successfully completed a Canadian Firearms Safety
Course and be qualified for a Possession Acquisition License in order to purchase ammunition for the
City-owned firearms. In addition, a Public Agency Identification Number (PAIN) issued by the RCMP
under the Public Agent’s Firearms Regulations is required by CRF staff to register 1) purchases of CRF uses firearms at the Zoo controlling resident animal in
firearms used by Valley Zoo and/or 2) firearms found on City property that are to be destroyed. Valley Zoo.
The Storage, Display and Transportation of Firearms and Other Weapons by Businesses
Storage, Display and Transportation of Regulations,SOR/98-210 stipulate security requirements around the storage and transportation of
Firearms and Other Weapons by Businesses firearms and ammunition that CRF staff and contractors. Part 2(9) of the City’s Public Places Bylaw
Regulations, SOR/98-210; 14614 prohibits the carrying and discharge of any firearm in a public place or any land accessible by the
public.
CRF stores and handles a variety of hazardous materials
The controlled products regulations identify the data requirements for the storage and handling of that are subject to MSDS requirements. The handling of
Controlled Products Regulations (SOR/88- controlled substances. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) requirements are outlined in these these materials is a controllable environmental aspect for
66) regulations. Community & Recreation Facilities and helps with waste
characterization.
CRF maintains a number of sites, which serve as migratory
The purpose of this act is to protect and preserve migratory birds and bird habitat. The act prohibits the
Migratory Birds Convention Act - Bill C-22 bird habitat; Numerous species of migrating birds make their
release of oil, oil wastes, or any other substances harmful to migratory birds in any waters or any area
home at facilities such as the Valley Zoo and Fort Edmonton
frequented by migratory birds.
Park.

The Government of Alberta has established a Reclaimed Water Working Group to develop a framework
National Plumbing Code
to facilitate the safe use of reclaimed water for domestic applications, such as toilet flushing and Permits to reuse water from facility shutdowns are required
(can only be accessed by Environmental
landscape irrigation, in Alberta. This framework will include new standards and guidelines to mitigate from City of Edmonton Safety Codes Office.
Supervisor)
potential health risks associated with using reclaimed water for domestic applications.

Pest Control Products Act (SC 2002, c. 28) &

Pest Control Products Regulations

(SOR/2006-124) An Act to protect human health and safety and the environment by regulating products Horticultural Facilities applies pest control products at City
used for the control of pests. facilities.

Revision Date: November 2, 2016

Page 3 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.
 Community & Recreation Facilities
Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2

Name of Legislation Description General Application to CRF Environmental Aspects

Regulation of transmission pipelines fall into two basic areas — regulations that help the industry ensure
Pipeline Act (2000, c-P15)
the safety of communities and the environment, and the regulation of transportation charges. In addition, Applies to Fort Edmonton Park and River Valley Operations
&
the industry has established or participates in a number of engineering and scientific committees that for pipeline right of ways.
Pipeline Regulation (91/2005)
help set widely accepted technical standards for construction and operation of pipelines.

Plant Protection Act (1990, c. 22)

& Regulations respecting the prevention of the importation, exportation and spreading of pests Injurious to CRF imports and exports exotic plant species as part of
Plant Protection Regulations (SOR/95-212) plants and provision for their control and eradication, and for the certification of plants and other things greenhouse operations at the Muttart Conservatory.

(a) the storage, handling, and transfer of propane;

(b) the installation of appliances, equipment, components, accessories, and containers on highway
vehicles, recreational vehicles, mobile housing, outdoor food service units, and wash-mobiles Propane is stored on-site for recreational use and in some
Propane Storage and Handling Code CSA
when propane is to be used for fuel purposes; and instances as an energy should a power failure occur at the
B149.2 (2005) amended 2007.
(c) the installation of containers and equipment to be used for propane in distribution locations and Muttart Conservatory.
filling plants.

The transportation of Dangerous Goods by air, marine, rail and road is regulated under the federal
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act The Parks branch assists CRF by transporting and
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act.
(S.C. 1992, c. 34) disposing of hazardous materials, including hazardous
The Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations, adopted by all provinces and territories,
& waste and recyclables.
establishes the safety requirements for the transportation of dangerous goods. In general, the provincial
Transportation of Dangerous Goods
legislation adopts the federal requirements. This legislation also outlines travel across borders.
Regulations (SOR/2001-286 )

Educational programs with the River Valley Programs and

Species at Risk Act (S.C. 2002, c.29) An Act respecting the protection of wildlife species at risk in Canada
the John Janzen Nature Centre
Provincial Laws, Regulations, Standards & Codes
CRF generates and disposes of a variety of waste materials,
This guide explains Alberta waste classification procedures and test methods, waste management
Alberta User Guide for Waste Managers including fuel, oil, and antifreeze. The management of the
options, transportation and manifest requirements, and the EPEA approvals system for waste
disposal of these substances is an environmental aspect of CRF
management.
operations.
Revision Date: November 2, 2016
Page 4 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.
 Community & Recreation Facilities
Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2

Name of Legislation Description General Application to CRF Environmental Aspects

The Act and Regulation discuss requirements for having a registration certificate, and installation
Alberta Radiation Protection Act, R.S.A.
requirements. To person(s) owning installing, operating or servicing radiation
2000, c. R-2;
equipment shall take all reasonable precautions to protect
&
Improper installation of X-ray equipment could result in a release and therefore the Office of person(s) from radiation injury. Includes proper disposal of
Radiation Protection Regulation, Alta. Reg.
Environment feels that the proper management of this equipment (i.e. proper installation) falls within radioactive components. Applies to the Edmonton Valley Zoo.
182/2003
the scope of an environmental management system.
The Tier 1 guidelines consolidate updated guidelines from a number of sources (Canadian Council of
Alberta Tier 1 & 2 Soil and Groundwater Ministers of the Environment, Health Canada, and Alberta Environment) into one document.
Potential contamination from fuel or oil leaks including the
Remediation Guidelines 2007 (STD) The Tier 2 guidelines describe how the Tier 1 guidelines can be modified using site-specific
antique train at Fort Edmonton Park.
information. Both provide information on managing contaminated sites and include common objectives
for the assessment and remediation of all contaminated sites.
The act sets out criteria for protection of animals from sickness or injury, protection from extreme of
Alberta Animal Protection Act (Chapter A- weather and reporting of injured animals, also loading and unloading, provision of food and water for Applies to the Valley Zoo and Fort Edmonton Park. Many
41) animals in transit, required records of transportation and disposal of injured animals. animals at Fort Edmonton Park eventually go to market.

Helps delineate the duties that must be carried out by anyone who owns or looks after an animal - i.e.,
they must:
Alberta Animal Protection Regulation (a) ensure that the animal has adequate food and water,
Valley Zoo, Fort Edmonton Park
(Alberta Regulation 203/2005) (b) provide the animal with adequate care when the animal is wounded or ill,
(c) provide the animal with reasonable protection from injurious heat or cold, and
(d) provide the animal with adequate shelter, ventilation and space.
Alberta Veterinary Medical Association
Guidelines to help individuals practicing Veterinary Medicine. Valley Zoo has a Zoo Veterinarian.
Council Guidelines
The Bee Act sets the framework for the apiculture – beekeeping- industry in Alberta. The regime
Alberta Bee Act and Regulation, R.S.A. includes mandatory registration of beekeepers, authority for inspection of bees and beekeeping Bees are kept at the John Janzen Nature Centre in conjunction
2000 c. B-2 equipment, controls on the import of bees, and mechanisms for dealing with problem bees and bee with the Valley Zoo.
diseases.

Dangerous Goods Transportation and The Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Act and Regulations outlines the precautions that must
CRF handles some dangerous goods. For example, pools
Handling Act (RSA 2000, c.D-4) be taken when transporting dangerous goods in Canada, including classification, documentation,
receive dangerous goods in the form of chlorine gas, acids and
& placarding, labeling, choice of container, training, emergency response, transport, and enforcement.
bases used for maintaining and adjusting pool water chemistry.
Regulation AR 157/97

Revision Date: November 2, 2016

Page 5 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.
 Community & Recreation Facilities
Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2

Name of Legislation Description General Application to CRF Environmental Aspects

Destruction and Disposal of Dead Animals This Regulation pertains to the “Destruction and Disposal” of dead animals. The regulation discusses This applies to the Valley Zoo and Fort Edmonton Park
Regulation 229/2000 disposal via: farm burial pits, burying in landfills (i.e. what Class of Landfill), burning, composting (i.e. operations.
what Class of Composting facility), rendering and natural burials. The disposal of waste should fall
within the scope of an environmental management system.

Alberta Environment's (AENV’s) Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act (EPEA) outlines an
integrated approach to the protection of air, land, and water. Under EPEA legislation, those who have
operations or propose developments that have the potential to cause significant adverse effects to the
environment must accept certain environmental responsibilities. The EPEA also establishes a The EPEA encompasses most of CRF’ environmental aspects.
Environmental Protection and Enhancement
legislated process for environmental assessments that ensures potential environmental impacts are Any potential adverse effects that CRF operations might cause
Act (R.S.A. 2000, c. E-12)
consistently identified and flagged early in the planning stages of a project. The EPEA also prohibits are captured under the umbrella EPEA legislation.
the release of substances into the environment that cause or could cause a significant adverse effect,
and specifies the duty to support such releases. Non compliance to EPEA is subject to enforcement
action, which may include penalties of up to $1 million in fines and two years in jail.

The Environmental Protection and Enhancement (Miscellaneous) Regulation defines several terms
used throughout the EPEA. For example, the Act defines the term "Due Diligence Defense". The due
diligence defense explicitly outlines that “No person shall be convicted of an offence referred to in
section 9 if that person establishes on a balance of probabilities that he took all reasonable steps to Regulatory offences for all other EPEA regulations under the Act
Environmental Protection and Enhancement prevent its commission”. This regulation also lists offences and penalties under the following are set out within the specific regulations. The concept of due
(Miscellaneous) Regulation AR (118/93) regulations: diligence is key to CRF’ environmental management system and
most of its environmental aspects.
Potable Water Regulation (AR 122/93).
Wastewater and Storm Drainage (Ministerial) Regulation (AR 120/93).
Water Well Regulation (AR 123/93).

Revision Date: November 2, 2016

Page 6 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.
 Community & Recreation Facilities
Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2

Name of Legislation Description General Application to CRF Environmental Aspects

The fire discipline of Safety Services is responsible for establishing and interpreting the Alberta Fire
Code, standards and respective regulations under the Safety Codes Act. Municipal Affairs works in
partnership with the Safety Codes Council to develop and provide relevant information to the fire
industry, building owners and authorities having jurisdiction. The Fire Code Regulation declares in CRF’s storage of fuels and other dangerous goods is regulated
Fire Code Regulation: Alberta Fire Code
force that The Alberta Fire Code 1997, as established by the Safety Codes Council and published by by the Alberta Fire code.
(118/2007 )
the National Research Council of Canada, is an acceptable level of fire protection. The Alberta Fire
Code is a key document that outlines many of the requirements associated with the storage and
handling of flammable substances such as fuel. The Alberta Fire Code 1997 is administered by Alberta
Municipal Affairs
There are five fundamental principles upon which the Act is based. These are:
To allow a right of access to any person to the records in the custody or control of a public body,
subject only to limited and specific exceptions;
Freedom of Information and Protection of To control the manner in which a public body may collect personal information from individuals; to
Under FOIP, the public can access environmentally- related
Privacy Act and Regulation (Contains RSA control the use that a public body may make of that information; and to control the disclosure by a
information submitted to Alberta Environment by CRF, including
2000 cF-25 current to October 4, 2007 and public body of that information;
reports, investigations, and correspondence.
AR 186/2008) To allow individuals a right of access to information about themselves which is held by a public body,
subject only to limited and specific exceptions;
To allow individuals the right to request corrections to information about themselves held by a public
body; and To provide for independent review of decisions made by a public body under the legislation.
In April 2006, Alberta introduced a set of standards for all provincial zoos, to ensure that each facility
meets at least the same basic requirements. These standards emphasize a safe, educational
experience for visitors and make operators more accountable for the animals in their care. Alberta
Government of Alberta Standards for Zoos developed the zoo standards with assistance from the Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums,
Applies to the Edmonton Valley Zoo operations.
in Alberta (2006) the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association, the Alberta Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals,
and the licensed provincial zoos. To begin complying with the standards, zoo operators were required
to update their zoo plans within six months. They were required to make any necessary facility
upgrades within one year.
The requirements set out in these guidelines apply to organizations that store hazardous waste CRF stores numerous hazardous wastes such as flammable
Hazardous Waste Storage Guidelines material. Generally, the guidelines are considered best management practices for the storage of all and combustible fluids. The storage of these wastes is a
waste and chemicals. controllable environmental aspect for CRF.
This Act provides the legal framework for the establishment of agricultural commodity commissions. It
Marketing of Agricultural Products Act and also provides the legal framework which ties into the National Farm Products legislation. The Act
This applies to the farm practices at Fort Edmonton Park.
Regulations allows/requires each commodity organization to develop their own set of regulations to govern their
organization. This leads to greater industry involvement and self-reliance.
Revision Date: November 2, 2016
Page 7 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.
 Community & Recreation Facilities
Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2

Name of Legislation Description General Application to CRF Environmental Aspects

Occupational Health & Safety Act (O-2 RSA

2000) Health, Safety and Environment often cross paths as they all focus on assessment of hazards and CRF stores, handles and uses various chemicals in its
& prevention of impacts. When the Act and associated regulations were amended between 2001 and operations. Chemical handling is partially regulated under the
Occupational Health & Safety Code and 2003, 11 regulations containing hundreds of rules and many detailed technical requirements were Occupational Health & Safety Act and the associated code and
Regulations (62/2003) repealed. Some of the 11 repealed regulations partially dealt with environmental requirements (e.g. regulations.
Chemical Hazards Regulation AR 393/88).

Chlorine gas releases to the atmosphere from chlorine bottle

Deals with chorine gas releases for worker exposure and should be considered as toxic to the
Occupational Health and Safety Code 2009 changes at City Pools that use chlorine gas for water
environment.
disinfection treatment.

Public Lands Act (R.S.A. 2000, c. P-40) & Activities such as bank stabilization, waterlines, outfalls, and boat launches that affect crown land as
CRF operates a boat launch into the North Saskatchewan River
Public Lands Administration defined by Section 3 of the Public Lands Act. These applications are applied for as Licenses of
from Fort Edmonton Park. It is used to tie up a York Boat.
Regulation (187/2011) Occupation (LOC) under the Disposition and Fees Regulation.

It identifies minimum risk management measures for storing pesticides and provides an overview of CRF applies pesticides at Golf courses, Muttart Conservatory
Pesticide Sales, Handling, Use and what an inspector under the EPEA will be assessing during site inspection of a storage facility. Details and Cemeteries.
Application Regulation (24/97) of the pesticide storage regulations are included in the Pesticide Sales, Handling, Use and Application Pesticide application at Fort Edmonton Park and Valley Zoo is
Regulation. done by parks.

All businesses operating within the jurisdiction of the Province of Alberta require a registration issued
by Alberta Environment to apply and/or sell pesticides in accordance with Sections 60 and 61 of the
A Guide For The Application For
Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act and Sections 7 and 14 of the Pesticide (Ministerial) CRF applies pesticides at Golf courses, Muttart Conservatory
Registration For Activities Related To The
Regulation. and Cemeteries.
Sales,Handling,Use and Application Of
Pesticides

Revision Date: November 2, 2016

Page 8 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.
 Community & Recreation Facilities
Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2

Name of Legislation Description General Application to CRF Environmental Aspects

The Code of Practice for Pesticides sets out standards for training, supervision, insurance, and CRF applies pesticides at Golf courses, Muttart Conservatory
Code of Practice for Pesticides mixing/loading sites. Applying pesticides must be undertaken by or supervised by a licensed applicator and Cemeteries.
or an authorized assistant.

In Alberta, pesticide applications are further regulated by the Environmental Enhancement & Protection
Act (EPEA), under two regulations and an Environmental Code of Practice. The Pesticide (Ministerial)
CRF applies pesticides at Golf courses, Muttart Conservatory
Regulation 43/97 outlines four different classes (schedules) of pesticides and requirements to apply
Pesticide (Ministerial) Regulation and Cemeteries.
these. It addresses service registrations to perform applications on public lands and twelve different
classes of pesticide applicator certificates and their requirements, ranging from structural pest control
to landscape, industrial, biting fly, aerial application and aquatic weed control.

The primary objective of the Regulation and the Standards is to set out permit, operating and
maintenance requirements for swimming pools, wading pools, water spray parks, whirlpools and any
Public Health Act, Public Swimming Pools fountain or artificial pond that falls within the definition of a structure that constitutes a “pool”, in
Regulation, Alberta Regulation 204/2014 accordance with the above definitions. The Regulation and Standards do not apply to flotation tanks or
therapeutic pools which are used by one individual at a time and drained, cleaned and filled between
each use, or to pools constructed for the use of a single family dwelling.
The requirements in the Regulation and Standards are based on current information and will evolve as
technology changes. Important information regarding disinfection, chlorine resistant pathogens,
Pool Standards, 2006 for the swimming Applies to all the swimming pools under CRF
Pool, Wading Pool and Water Spray Park filtration and recirculation is included. The goal is to enhance filtration, circulation and monitoring while
Regulation, 293/2006 maintaining a minimum but effective concentration of disinfectant to provide a safe swimming
environment.
The Regulation and Standards set minimum standards for safe water quality and a safe and sanitary
pool environment. These are minimum standards. Depending on the type of pool and use that a pool is
put to; higher standards may be required. It is the responsibility of each pool owner to ensure optimum
water quality and pool safety. Reference should also be made to the Alberta Building Code (ABC) for
the specific requirements for pool construction.

Revision Date: November 2, 2016

Page 9 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.
 Community & Recreation Facilities
Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2

Name of Legislation Description General Application to CRF Environmental Aspects

This applies to all X-ray machines used at the Valley Zoo, and
Radiation Protection Act & To person(s) owning installing, operating or servicing radiation equipment shall take all reasonable
machines used by external medical staff at Commonwealth
Radiation Protection Regulation precautions to protect person(s) from radiation injury.
Stadium.

As part of the EPEA, the Release Reporting Regulation deals with the release of substances into the
environment and sets out what must be reported, when, how and to whom reports must be made. CRF stores and handles various chemicals, fuels and hazardous
Release Reporting Regulation (117/93)
Additionally, individual approvals and Codes of Practice may have requirements for the reporting of materials that have the potential to spill.
contraventions of the terms and conditions of the approval or the sections of the Code of Practice.

The Risk Management Guidelines for Petroleum Storage Tank Sites – 2001 provides a site
Risk Management Guidelines for Petroleum CRF stores fuel at specific facilities that has the potential to
management process specifically for soil and groundwater contamination originating from
Storage Tank Sites - 2001 contaminate adjacent property.
existing or former petroleum storage facilities.

The purpose of the Safety Codes Act is to ensure that stakeholders in the safety system share the
responsibilities for setting standards and delivering services. Partnership is a key element of the Act by
Safety Codes Act (Chapter S-1) featuring a system of voluntary/corporate participation of municipalities, corporations and agencies.
CRF’s storage of fuels and other dangerous goods is regulated
The Act provides for consistent administration and delivery of safety standards and inspection services
by the Alberta Fire code.
throughout Alberta, and incorporates the principle that users should pay the costs. The Safety Codes
Act is the umbrella document that gives rise to both the Alberta Fire Code and the Alberta Building
Code.

Secondary Containment Guidelines for These guidelines present minimum storage requirements to protect the environment from existing, new CRF stores a variety of petroleum products in aboveground
Containers and Above Ground Storage or proposed above ground storage tanks and containers, where leaks, spills, and failures have the tanks and containers. The potential of these substances to leak
Tanks (1997) potential to contaminate soil watercourses and groundwater. or spill is a controllable environmental aspect for CRF.

Storage Tank System Management Tank System Management Regulation specifically identifies the functions the Petroleum Tank CRF operates aboveground storage tank systems for petroleum
Regulation (50/2010) Management Association of Alberta provides in Alberta's safety system. and allied petroleum products.

Surface Water Quality Guidelines for Use in These guidelines are numerical concentrations or narrative statements recommended to maintain
Used for natural and ornamental ponds at CRF Facilities.
Alberta surface water quality in Alberta.

Revision Date: November 2, 2016

Page 10 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.
 Community & Recreation Facilities
Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2

Name of Legislation Description General Application to CRF Environmental Aspects

This Act, which came into force January 1, 1999, supports and promotes the conservation and
management of water in Alberta. The Water Act focuses on managing and protecting Alberta's water
CRF operates a boat launch into the North Saskatchewan River
and on streamlining administrative processes. Alberta’s Water Act requires that an approval and/or
Water Act (R.S.A. 2000,c. W-3) at Fort Edmonton Park. Changes to the design of this ramp are
license be obtained before undertaking a construction activity in a water body or before diverting and
controllable environmental aspects.
using water (surface water and groundwater).An approval provides authority for constructing works or
for undertaking an “activity” within a water body. The use of water from water bodies for fire fighting is
exempt from this act.
The Waste Control Regulation, which is part of EPEA, provides descriptions of different categories of
hazardous wastes and regulates their storage and disposal. The WCR requires that any stored CRF handles a broad range of wastes and recyclables, both
Waste Control Regulation (192/96) hazardous waste be labeled, routinely inspected, and have adequate secondary containment. The hazardous and non-hazardous. The disposal of these products
regulation also provides specifications for the disposal of hazardous recyclables and non-hazardous is an environmental aspect of CRF operations.
wastes.

Alberta’s Weed Control Act and Weed Regulation exist to enforce the control of weeds in order to
Weed Control Act and Weed Regulation, protect landowners and the environment. The Act charges landowners with the responsibility to control CRF manages turf at facilities that includes Golf Courses,
19/2010 weeds on their property, so as to prevent the spread to adjacent properties. The regulations describe Cemeteries, Fort Edmonton Park and Valley Zoo.
three categories of weed types: restricted, noxious and nuisance weeds.

The Act and regulation describes permitting requirements for animals (i.e. permitting for transport),
record requirements (i.e. total number types, sex), as well as the regulation states that Zoo standards
Wildlife Act, R.S.A 2000, c. W-10 &
from this regulation and from the Government of Alberta Standards for Zoos in Alberta must be
This applies to the animals kept at the Valley Zoo.
followed. This means that the Act and Regulation govern the management (through permits) and well
Wildlife Regulation, Alta. Reg. 143/1997
being (through compliance to Zoo Standards) of animals. This legislation requires the Zoo Standards
to be fully complied with.

Municipal Legislation
CRF occasionally submits reports and correspondence to
The purpose of this bylaw is to establish the administrative structure of the City of Edmonton in relation Alberta Environment regarding releases events, and must
Freedom of information and Privacy
to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and to set fees there under. comply with FOIP legislation when disclosing information
regarding these events.

Revision Date: November 2, 2016

Page 11 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.
 Community & Recreation Facilities
Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2

Name of Legislation Description General Application to CRF Environmental Aspects

Community Standards Bylaw (#14600)
includes the following consolidation of:
 Dutch Elm Disease Bylaw 5535
 Fireblight Bylaw 11468 The purpose of Nuisance Bylaw is to promote the maintenance of property within the City in a tidy,
Fort Edmonton Park, Commonwealth Stadium and Clarke
 Minimum Maintenance Standards pleasant and safe condition, and to minimize nuisances.
Athletic Grounds deals with Noise Bylaw issues.
Bylaw 12972
 Noise Bylaw 7255 The purpose of Noise Bylaw is to establish and enforce limits on the noise levels within the City of
 Nuisance Bylaw 10406 Edmonton and to ensure that noise that is produced does not annoy or disturb the peace of any other
 Open Air Fire Bylaw 10874 person.
 Public Health Bylaw 5825
 Weed Control Bylaw 6046

CRF works with the drainage branch to schedule large water

volume releases during pool draining as part of maintenance
The purpose of this bylaw is to regulate connections between private drainage systems and the cycles. In addition, pond water quality at valley zoo and Fort
sewerage system, to regulate the use of the sewerage system and prescribe fees, to prevent damage Edmonton park is monitored and treated to maintain acceptable
or misuse of the sewerage system, and to regulate surface drainage on public and private land. water quality levels.
Drainage Bylaw (#16200)
CRF maintains a number of artificial water features at Fort
Code of Practice for Large Volume Discharges, a guiding document from Edmonton Drainage Bylaw Edmonton Park, Valley Zoo (pond for paddle boat rides) and
16200 is the process Aquatic Operations complies when a pool goes through a Shutdown. John Jansen Nature Center.
Outdoor drainage of facilities that are adjacent to Natural Areas
and City Parkland

Traffic Bylaw 5590 Section 801 of the traffic bylaw deals with the responsibility of snow and debris Staff activities include keeping park road access, sidewalks and
Traffic Bylaw (#5590)
clearing from city roadway sidewalks. Winter maintenance, such as snow and ice removal, around facility access snow and ice-free.
building walkways, stairs, jogging trails.
The removal and disposal of drug-use waste and other
potentially infectious animal waste.
Disposal/recycling of various hazardous wastes such as
The purpose of this bylaw is to regulate the solid waste management practices that occur within the
solvents, used brushes, empty pesticide containers, and
City of Edmonton. The bylaw provides a list of prohibited waste (which should not be disposed of with
Waste Management Bylaw (#13777 ) hazardous recyclables dumped on facilities.
regular domestic waste), and recyclable materials.
The generation of recyclable solid wastes: paper, cardboard,
wood, plastic, metal, rubber tires, aggregate, concrete, asphalt
and gravel.

Revision Date: November 2, 2016

Page 12 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.
 Community & Recreation Facilities
Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2

Name of Legislation Description General Application to CRF Environmental Aspects

In conjunction with other city branches, CRF plans and develops
The purpose of this bylaw is to designate land uses, restrictions, rules, and regulations for the new facilities throughout Edmonton. An understanding of the
Zoning Bylaw (#12800)
development of land within the City of Edmonton. zoning by-law is required to appropriately designate land-use for
effective facility sitting, design, and decommissioning.

Others (Voluntary or Corporate Initiatives)

Includes management of waste streams such as aerosol cans,
Acceptable Industry Practices for Waste Waste management information for businesses that manage hazardous waste and hazardous
industrial sump and pit wastes, used car lube oils, filters and
Management recyclables.
empty containers and paint wastes.

The City of Edmonton’s Corporate Mission Statement on the Environment reads as follows: "The City
As a branch within the City of Edmonton, this statement applies
Corporate Mission Statement on the of Edmonton is committed to conscientious and responsible environmental management, practices and
broadly to all of CRF’ activities.
Environment (voluntary) stewardship in all aspects of its corporate activities”.

The City of Edmonton is committed to conscientious and responsible environmental management,

C505 Edmonton’s Environmental practices, and stewardship in all aspects of its corporate activities. Policy C505 establishes the ISO
This policy sets the framework for the development of an ISO
Management System City Policy (city 14001, the international standard, as the benchmark for a corporate Environmental Management
14001 Environmental Management System within Community &
policy/guideline) System (EMS). Standard Environmental Management System practices across the City will address
Recreation Facilties.
environmental regulatory compliance, pollution prevention and continual improvement. In addition, the
City will continue to demonstrate environmental leadership in the community and to its stakeholders.

A1447 City of Edmonton Policy / The purpose of this directive is to identify acceptable idling parameters, define expectations for
Administrative Directive – Vehicle Idle employees, identify training needs and encourage the adoption of sound, environmentally friendly, Reduce ambient air emissions from fuel operated fleet.
Control) driving practices.

A1405 City of Edmonton Policy / The purpose of this policy is to ensure that proper energy management practices are followed
Administrative Directive – Energy throughout the Administration, internally and in dealings with the community and other levels of Reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
Management government.

The City of Edmonton (City) purchases bulk fuel and distributes it through City operated fuel sites to
A1453 Allocation Of Scarce Fuel Supply
reduce costs and to ensure a steady supply. There is a risk that the City’s fuel supply could be Promote fuel conservation.
jeopardized and not be sufficient to support civic services.

Revision Date: November 2, 2016

Page 13 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.
 Community & Recreation Facilities
Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2

Name of Legislation Description General Application to CRF Environmental Aspects

Canadian Environmental Quality Guidelines Canadian Environmental Quality Guidelines provide nationally endorsed science based goals for the Potential Leaks from the antique train, Arena melt pits and other
and Summary Table quality of atmospheric, aquatic, and terrestrial ecosystems. sources of potential contamination.

Through its land development program, the City will be able to actively promote initiatives in evolving
Land Development Policy, C511 Occupation of land contamination awareness.
areas of sustainability, revitalization, and urban form.

Where damage to or loss of City trees occurs, as a result of not complying with the Parks and
Corporate Tree Management C456
Recreation Department guidelines, equitable compensation for that loss shall be recovered from the Tree protection and preservation.
civic entity causing the damage or loss and applied to future tree replacements.

This policy outlines response to Dangerous Goods releases resulting from third party spills within the Many of CRF’s environmental aspects are related to its
C464 Clean-Up of Dangerous Goods Policy
City of Edmonton. It describes branch-specific responsibilities and procedures for dealing with the Dangerous Goods response, and thus are influenced by this
clean up of dangerous goods. policy.

Property information related to the environment can be obtained from the City. Each area of interest
Environmental Property Inquiries must be contacted separately. A letter of consent from the property or company owner(s) is typically Occupation of land contamination awareness
needed.

The identification of environmentally sensitive areas and

The City of Edmonton will encourage the conservation and integration of as many environmentally
Planning Applications Information significant natural areas has no legal implications for the
sensitive and significant natural areas into Edmonton’s future urban environment as are sustainable
Requirements respective owners and with the exception of the information
and feasible.
requirements participation in the policy is voluntary.

The Way We Green was officially adopted by Edmonton City Council on

Some parts of the plan relate to CRF. These are communicated
The Way We Green July 20, 2011, with the goal to preserve and sustain Edmonton’s environment and is the City’s
via the Office of the Environment.
environmental Strategic Plan

The Guidelines and Field Manual were prepared to assist Drainage Services personnel, other City
Erosion and Sedimentation Control departments and staff, owners and developers, consultants, and contractors to understand Drainage
Protection of aquatic ecosystems.
Guidelinoccupationales Services' Erosion and Sedimentation Control (ESC) Framework and to meet the City's ESC
requirements to achieve effective stewardship of environmental resources and continual improvement.

Revision Date: November 2, 2016

Page 14 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.
 Community & Recreation Facilities
Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2

Name of Legislation Description General Application to CRF Environmental Aspects

1. Environmental protection is recognized as a high managerial and operational priority for all civic
operations.
A1427 Environmental Protection,
Compliance And Reporting 2. Compliance with the Alberta environmental protection and enhancement act and other related Environmental stewardship at all CRF facilities.
environmental legislation will be ensured by all employees.
3. Responsibilities for environmental protection, compliance and reporting will be communicated
throughout the organization.

The Federal Water Policy addresses the management of Canada’s water resources, balancing water
uses with the requirements of the many interrelationships within the ecosystem. The policy takes into
account the needs of all Canadians in its overall objective: Water is used by CRF staff for a range of purposes: pools and
Federal Water Policy (voluntary) To encourage the use of freshwater in an efficient and equitable manner consistent with the social, arenas. The use and release of water for these purposes are
economic and environmental needs of present and future generations. controllable environmental aspects for CRF.
To manage Canada's water resources, the federal government has defined two main goals:
1. To protect and enhance the quality of the water resource and,
2. To promote the wise and efficient management and use of water.

1. Ensure personal safety and the security of City vehicles, equipment and fuel.
2. Ensure that fuel is issued to authorize vehicles only.
A1417 Fueling City Vehicles And
3. Ensure accurate recording of fuel issues for payment of accounts and for fleet management Promote fuel conservation.
Equipment
information.
4. Ensure long-term cost efficiency for the fueling systems used by City departments.

Currently, the City of Edmonton has the Fuel Sense Program for fleet vehicles and the ETS Bus Idling
CRF staff that operates city vehicles will receive Fuel Sense
initiative. This is a four-hour hand - on course for drivers of city vehicles. The program instructs drivers
training, fuel efficient driving skills is an influence able
Fuel Sense Program to operate vehicles for maximum fuel efficiency while considering operational needs. The program
environmental aspect.
marries technology with personal skills to allow drivers to obtain the maximum fuel savings. The skills
are transferable to personal vehicles.

Revision Date: November 2, 2016

Page 15 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.
 Community & Recreation Facilities
Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2

Name of Legislation Description General Application to CRF Environmental Aspects

As a branch within the City of Edmonton, CRF is committed to

The purpose of this Plan is to describe the actions that would be necessary to meet the Kyoto
Greenhouse Gas Management Plan, 2011 assisting in achieving the goals set out by the corporation.
Protocol’s 6% GHG emissions reduction target and the FCM Partners for Climate Change 20%
Greenhouse gases are released during the use of CRF vehicles
reduction target by 2008.
and equipment, and operation of stations and facilities.

C501 Integrated Pest Management The purpose of this policy is to minimize the use of pesticides on City property but where required, use
Reduction in pesticide use.
them responsibly in the control of pests

Municipal Emergency Plan Policy, C508 The purpose of the City of Edmonton’s Municipal Emergency Plan (MEP) is to provide a guide to
Emergency preparedness and response.
prepare for, and respond to, major emergencies and disasters affecting Edmonton.

 Enhance and sustain the quality of life for Edmontonians.

 Conserve, protect, and restore biodiversity throughout Edmonton recognizing the urban context
that we work within;
 Ensure consistent, uniform and equitable conservation practices that are based on the best
available science;
Conserve, protect, and restore natural area systems through the
 Direct Administration to: physical planning and development process; according to the
Natural Area Systems Policy, C531 o plan our city so that our ecological systems will function effectively at Neighbourhood, city and provisions of municipal, provincial and federal policy and
regional scales, legislation;
o conserve natural area systems in discharging their duties, and
o require ecological information to support planning and development applications;
 Encourage voluntary conservation and corporate and private sponsorship of natural sites;
 Promote the awareness and participation of landowners, the general public and non-government
organizations in conserving, preserving, and restoring natural sites;

Revision Date: November 2, 2016

Page 16 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.
 Community & Recreation Facilities
Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2

Name of Legislation Description General Application to CRF Environmental Aspects

The purpose of this Directive is to establish standards and guidelines to ensure that all light-duty
vehicles purchased by the City are required and maximize fuel efficiency and environmental
A1451 Purchasing Of Light-Duty Vehicles Reduction in fuel consumption and vehicle air emissions.
sustainability while achieving the lowest possible life-cycle costs and demonstrating the City’s
environmental leadership.
The purpose of this directive helps ensure that the City of Edmonton receives the best possible
A1439C Purchasing Of Goods, Services
financial, operational and environmental benefits when purchasing goods, services and construction. Purchases of environmentally sustainable products.
And Construction

C556 Sustainable Purchasing The purpose of this policy is to align the City of Edmonton’s purchasing practices with its goals of
Purchases of environmentally sustainable products.
environmental, social, and economic sustainability

Sustainable Building Policy C532 Ensure that City-owned new facilities and major renovations are designed and constructed to an Design, construct and retrofit infrastructure to meet
environmentally sustainable standard that benefits all Edmonton residents, now and in the future. environmental sustainability.

 Seek to ensure that the negative impacts associated with the ongoing exposure to
excessive traffic noise is mitigated in the City of Edmonton.
 Assign the responsibility for traffic noise mitigation to the developers of new residential
land uses as appropriate.
Urban Traffic Noise Policy, C506
Reduction noise generated by traffic.
 Assign the responsibility for traffic noise mitigation to the City of Edmonton where
major transportation facilities are proposed or upgraded, subject to funding availability.
 Govern the application of the City of Edmonton’s “retrofit noise attenuation program”,
subject to funding availability.
Environmental
Waste Management C527 • Divert 90% of the residential waste stream from landfill by 2012. The purpose of this policy is to outline:
• Divert commercial, institutional, construction and demolition wastes for reuse and recycling. The environmental, economic and social requirements guiding
• Avoid and reduce pollution, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and conserve resources. Edmonton’s integrated waste management system
• Meet or exceed all regulatory requirements as they evolve.
Establish the application of a Green Building Plan that provides a set of actions aimed at improving the
environmental, health, and socioeconomic performance of all types of buildings, existing and new, in
Green Building C567 Application of Green Building Plan
the city: commercial, institutional, industrial, mixed-use, multifamily residential and single-family
residential buildings.

Revision Date: November 2, 2016

Page 17 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.
 Community & Recreation Facilities
Environmental Legal & Other Requirements Registry Document Number: CRF-PD-4.3.2

Name of Legislation Description General Application to CRF Environmental Aspects

energy literate citizens with energy conserving lifestyles; • world-class energy efficiency in all types of
buildings; • world-class energy efficiency in industrial processes; a strong shift to active and public
transportation as preferred modes of travel; • an urban form that is carefully designed to avoid
Edmonton’s Community Energy Transition unnecessary energy use and optimize free energy from the sun; greener electricity from Alberta’s Purchases of environmentally sustainable products to minimize
Strategy C585 electricity grid and local generating facilities; • a greater portion of electricity produced close to where it depletion of Energy Resources.
is used through district energy systems, combined heat and power systems and renewable and
alternative energy technologies; • increased electrification of Edmonton’s transportation system with
passenger vehicles
Policy Statement/Overall Objective – Effective, Efficient, Sustainable and Safe Use of Light through:
 Minimizing Light Pollution,
 Reduce Energy Consumption and Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Generation,
Provide outdoor lighting recommendations for facilities such as
 Environmental Stewardship,  Enhancing Public Health and Safety,
parking lots, sports fields, parks, transit outdoor facilities,
 Implementing Cost Effective Solutions.
Light Efficient Community C576 building exteriors best serving the community along with
 The City will actively pursue industry to adapt more quickly to efficient warmer LEDs and appropriate methods of reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas
covers, reflectors, etc. associated with minimizing glare and health issues. generation.
 In light of the fast pace of this technology, this will be reviewed annually with an updated report to
address technology advances and how we are implementing them to ensure a healthy city, not on an
efficient city.

Ensure the provision, development and management of river access and river-based activities in the
Applies to recreational facilities within the River Valley Parks
River Access Guiding PrinciplesC586 City of Edmonton is responsible, orderly, equitable and environmentally appropriate, while providing
System
opportunities for recreation, education and learning

Applies to CRF Signature Outdoor Water Venue including River

Outdoor Aquatics C534 Edmonton will offer outdoor aquatic facilities within accessible and safe environments. The City will
Valley Parks and rehabilitation of outdoor pools and co-location
encourage people to experience, appreciate and protect the natural and built environment through
opportunities with recreational facilities such as Clareview and
sustainable water management practices and balanced with sufficient green spaces.
Meadows sites, and as part of the Kinsmen Sports Centre.

Revision Date: November 2, 2016

Page 18 of 18
Revision Number: 37

Printed versions of this document are not controlled and might not be the current version.