SAPAA has launched its Site Inspection Report (SIR) system to document the state of Alberta’s Protected Areas. Called SIR-SAPAA, a Google Form is an alternative. Visitors to the areas are encouraged to submit reports. On May 20, 7pm, an orientation will be held.

Do you visit Alberta’s Protected Areas? Perhaps you are a member of SAPAA and are interested in a particular site. Alternatively, you may just enjoy the adventure of visiting multiple sites as part of your exploration of Alberta or in pursuit of a hobby.

Hanging Out with SIR-SAPAA

No matter why you visit a site, considering sending in a Site Inspection Report or SIR. If you are a SAPAA Member, you can access the SIR-SAPAA application. If not a member, SAPAA may also make you an invited guest. No matter how you access the application, you can see past reports or submit your own.

SIR-SAPAA Alternatives

Not a SAPAA Member or don’t have access, you can still contribute. A Google Form allows you to submit a report and provide images manually. Not as elegant as SIR-SAPAA, but it works!

Questions, Orientation, and Methods

To help get you started, please join this orientation to SIR-SAPAA. Pre-registration is required and SAPAA Membership is nice but not required. A Zoom link will be emailed to all registrants on May 20.

7-8pm, May 20, 2026 – SIR-SAPAA Orientation and training.

If you are a SAPAA Member, you can request access to the application via Say Hello to SIR-SAPAA!. It is a two step process: 1) agree to the terms, and 2) create an account.

Non-member organizations and individuals are welcome to apply to be an invited guest.

Complete this registration form. A Zoom link for this online meeting will be email to you on May 20, 2026. Doors open at 6:45pm for networking and technology testing.