[Opinion] The Province Wants Your Opinion on a Watercraft Pass that Would Prevent Mussel Invasions

Alberta may require an annual pass for canoes, kayaks, jet skis and other watercraft

Albertans who own watercraft, such as canoes, kayaks, jet skiis and other motorized boats may soon be forced to purchase an annual pass to use them in the province.

The province wants your opinion on a watercraft pass that would prevent mussel invasions

The province is mulling over new ways to prevent invasive mussels from taking over the water, and they’re asking for residents’ feedback on an annual watercraft pass that would do that.

Alberta looking for feedback on annual boating pass – Heartland News

As the government of Alberta continues to hold the province free of invasive Zebra and Quagga mussels, the province is seeking ways to recoup the costs of watercraft inspections. With more than 600 lakes and many more rivers and streams across the province, the damage that invasive species in our waterways could cause is in the millions of dollars. Alberta’s government is exploring what an annual pass for boats, jet skis, canoes, kayaks and othe…

Alberta eyes boat pass to stop invasive mussels

Alberta’s government is asking for public feedback on a proposed annual watercraft pass aimed at preventing invasive mussels from entering and damaging the province’s lakes and rivers. Zebra and Quagga mussels have yet to establish themselves in Alberta, but with rising risk across North America, officials are looking at new strategies to bolster defences. “We look forward to getting feedback from Albertans on an annual boat pass that will be use