Enforcement order issued to two individuals for unauthorized work

Incident details

• A company representing Karamjit Johal and Baljit Johal was refused a permit under the Water Act to fill in a wetland on the Johals’ land.
• The Johals hired contractors to fill, grade and level the wetlands without holding a permit under the Water Act.
• The completed work caused harm to the wetlands and its aquatic environment.

Terms of the Enforcement Order

Karamjit Johal and Baljit Johal must:

• Submit a complete wetlands restoration plan by June 1, 2015;
• implement the approved plan with a completion date of October 30, 2015 and;
• submit a written final report of the work undertaken to the Compliance Manager within 30 days of completion of the work required.

Enforcement orders ensure that immediate action is taken to remedy a situation where there is an unauthorized use of public lands. They are one of many tools – including education and prevention – used by the Alberta government to ensure all Albertans can continue to enjoy a safe and healthy environment.