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Water Supply webinar – July 27
The OBWB is hosting a free Water Supply Webinar on Monday, July 27, 10 – 11am, with an update on the Okanagan’s water supply, including … Read more
Okanagan Basin Water Board urges residents to conserve in face of drought
Kelowna, B.C. – The Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) is urging residents to do their part to conserve water and help prevent a provincial declaration … Read more
Water Board responds to BC announcement on mussel funding
Kelowna, B.C. – The Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) is pleased to see action on invasive mussels increased in the province, and has some recommendations … Read more
Board Report – July 10
The Okanagan Basin Water Board’s monthly Board Report provides highlights from this week’s Board of Directors meeting. The monthly report provides up-to-date information about the … Read more
Early start for milfoil in Okanagan causing trouble
Kelowna, B.C. – Just as tourists start to flood into the Okanagan for the start of beach season, the invasive aquatic weed, Eurasian Watermilfoil has … Read more
Board Report – June 15
The Okanagan Basin Water Board’s monthly Board Report provides highlights from this week’s Board of Directors meeting. The monthly report provides up-to-date information about the … Read more
OBWB Position Statement on invasive zebra and quagga mussels
The Okanagan Basin Water Board has released a seven-point Position Statement on invasive zebra and quagga mussels. The paper notes the province’s recent announcement of … Read more
“State of the Basin” webinar – May 15
The OBWB will be hosting a webinar Friday, May 15, 11am – noon, providing an update on the state of the valley’s water supply, including … Read more
Board Report – May 2015
The Okanagan Basin Water Board’s monthly Board Report provides highlights from this week’s Board of Directors meeting. The monthly report provides up-to-date information about the … Read more
Launch of unique project prompts valley mayors to challenge residents to “Make Water Work” in their yards
Kelowna, B.C. – With the warm weather, lower-than-average valley water levels and sprinklers already turning on, the Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) and its WaterWise … Read more
We’re Hiring! Communications & Outreach Coordinator
Love our waters?! Dynamic communicator?! We’re looking for a Communications and Outreach Coordinator – someone who can create amazing materials, and then get out, share … Read more
Okanagan filmmaker launches movie – draws attention to menace of invasive mussels
Kelowna, B.C. – Late last summer, after learning of the threat posed by invasive zebra and quagga mussels, Brynne Morrice set out to learn more … Read more
Board Report – March 2015
The Okanagan Basin Water Board’s monthly Board Report provides highlights from this week’s Board of Directors meeting. The monthly report provides up-to-date information about the … Read more
Board Report – February
The Okanagan Basin Water Board’s monthly Board Report provides highlights from this week’s Board of Directors meeting. The monthly report provides up-to-date information about the … Read more
Board Report – November
The Okanagan Basin Water Board’s monthly Board Report provides highlights from this week’s Board of Directors meeting. The monthly report provides up-to-date information about the … Read more
Annual Public Meeting – Oct 28 – Osoyoos Lake Board of Control
Annual Public Meeting of the International Joint Commission’s (IJC) Osoyoos Lake Board of Control Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2014 Location: Oroville High School Commons; 816 … Read more
OBWB Annual Meeting – September 5, 2014
The Okanagan Basin Water Board’s Annual Meeting will be held on Friday, Sept. 5 at Rotary Centre for the Arts in Kelowna. While we will … Read more
Project Manager – Okanagan Wetlands Strategy Phase II
The Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) is seeking a contractor to provide Project Management services (2.5 days/week – flexible schedule) with a strong wetlands background … Read more
Board Report – June
The Okanagan Basin Water Board’s monthly Board Report provides highlights from this week’s Board of Directors meeting. The monthly report provides up-to-date information about the … Read more
Explore the WCQI Projects Database!
The OBWB recognizes the importance of enabling projects that enhance water quality and conserve water quantity in the Okanagan Valley. The Water Conservation and Quality … Read more
Endocrine-Disrupting Compounds (EDCs) in water in the Okanagan
The latest research into residual endocrine-disrupting chemicals in water in the Okanagan, largely from wastewater, suggests they are degraded by light and diluted in water. … Read more
Water Council Re-Gifts Award to Okanagan College Water Student
Kelowna, B.C. – One year ago, the Okanagan Water Stewardship Council was recognized with a national “Excellence in Water Stewardship” award from Canada’s Council of … Read more
Board Report – May 2014
The Okanagan Basin Water Board’s monthly Board Report provides highlights from this week’s Board of Directors meeting. The monthly report provides up-to-date information about the … Read more
Job Posting: Communications & Outreach Coordinator
The Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) is seeking a highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal, research, writing and organization skills to fill the position of … Read more
