Alberta Lake Management Society (ALMS)

c/o 315 Biological Sciences Building, University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
T6G 2E9
Phone: (780) 492-1294
http://www.alms.ca/

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The purpose of the Society is to promote understanding and comprehensive management of lakes and reservoirs and their watersheds.

The Lakewatch Program is a community water quality testing program offered to concerned Albertans who are interested in collecting detailed information about their local lake or reservoir. ALMS technicians assist local volunteers to test the lakes 5 times during the summer, collecting important physical data such as water temperature, clarity and pH. Once all the data is collected we produce a water quality report for the lake, including recommendations, that both educates lake users and guides water restoration and management efforts.

Environmental Commitment

By undertaking the collection of data and information to increase knowledge of lake functions and management options; share and disseminate information and experiences on all aspects of lake and watershed management.

Social Commitment

The ALMS is committed to:

- Educate and increase the public's understanding of the importance of lakes and their watersheds by:
1. offering courses, seminars, conferences and meetings
2. by collecting and disseminating information on that topic
3. providing occasional scholarships or bursaries for educational purposes which foster research or the advancement of knowledge in aquatic sciences.
- Participate in the development of local, provincial and national programs that promote lake and watershed management and/or encourage the protection of lakes and watersheds.
- Provide expertise to and collaborate with other organizations, agencies and individuals concerned with lakes and lake-watershed improvement and protection.

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Resources > Civil Society*** > Nature & Biodiversity
Resources > Green Living/Sustainable Living > Water Resources & Water Quality at Home
Resources > Water Resources & Water Quality
Resources > Water Resources & Water Quality > Research & Academia (Education)

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