Producers encouraged to provide feedback on Ghost-Kananaskis Sub-regional Plan 

A new land-use planning process is underway in the Ghost–Kananaskis sub-regions, and producers are encouraged to review the information and provide feedback. 

The Government of Alberta has opened public engagement on a sub-regional plan that will help guide long-term land management in the area, which spans a large portion of the eastern slopes west of Calgary. 

“We need to consider how livestock grazing is prioritized in the region,” says Lee Irvine, ABP Director and Delegate from the Southwest Zone. “This consultation is an important opportunity for producers to speak up, have their voices heard, and reinforce the value of grazing and the rights of those who steward these landscapes.” 

The area has a long history of livestock grazing and conservation. Over time, other land uses such as recreation and resource development have grown in prominence, with recreation becoming especially popular in the Kananaskis. 

The current phase of engagement is focused on gathering feedback on a draft vision and outcomes for the region, ahead of a more detailed plan expected later in 2026. 

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While the process is broad in scope, it has implications for cattle producers in this region including those who rely on access to these landscapes. The outcome of this engagement may impact preference quota holders and select grazing leaseholders (mainly in Ghost sub-region) in the area. Alberta Beef Producers is encouraging those with an interest in the region to review the materials and share their perspectives. 

Engagement is open until June 5, 2026.  

More information, including how to participate, is available through the Government of Alberta website.