Concerned Vernon filmmaker asks the government to protect B.C.’s waters
Kelowna Now – April 15, 2015 A Vernon filmmaker is asking the provincial government why they don’t care about the beautiful lakes that are the … Read more
In the News
Provincial funding for invasive mussel control a good start
Infotel – April 13, 2015 The province is recognizing the need to invest in the control of invasive zebra and quagga mussels. The Okanagan Basin … Read more
Province aims to protect Okanagan waterways
Penticton Western News – April 7, 2015 The provincial government is taking aim at invasive mussels with a $1.3million boost for programs that focus on … Read more
BC needs border inspection
Castanet – April 7, 2015 The provincial government’s recent announcement of $1.3 million to keep invasive quagga and zebra mussels out of B.C. is welcome … Read more
Provincial mussels strategy draws criticism
Vernon Morning Star – April 5, 2015 Victoria’s plan to fight mussels doesn’t impress one local official.
We must all stop mussels
Daily Courier – April 3, 2015 Without a doubt, Okanagan lake is our most precious resource, and protecting it from invasive species – be they … Read more
More cash to battle invasive mussels
Westside Weekly – April 3, 2015 The propellers and hulls of some boats being brought into B.C. this spring and summer will be checked for … Read more
Boaters will get to know their local inspectors
Kelowna Daily Courier – April 1, 2015 The propellers and hulls of some boats being brought into B.C. this spring and summer will be checked … Read more
Taking aim at invasive mussels
Kelowna Capital News – April 1, 2015 Local MLA’s Norm Letnick and Steve Thomson try out power spray technique to clean invasive mussels off the … Read more
$1.3M to fight mussels
Castanet – March 31, 2015 The provincial government will spend about $1.3 million in its fight against invasive quagga and zebra mussels.
Invasive species battle gains muscle
Vernon Morning Star – March 31, 2015 The fight against potential invaders has been given a boost. The provincial government announced Tuesday it will pump … Read more
Interview – the value of water
March 19, 2015 – AM1150 Steal of a deal?! Fun interview – serious subject! Our own Anna Warwick Sears discloses her water bill – 64 … Read more
New study looks at attitudes surrounding Canadian water supply
Grab a glass of tap water, sit back & check out this piece we did with Global BC as part of Canada Water Week, regarding … Read more
Audio: OBWB Chair Doug Findlater on need for BC Government action on mussels
AM1150 – February 26, 2015 Missed this morning’s interview with our Chair Doug Findlater about the need for serious action by the province on invasive … Read more
RDCO Board Highlights
Castanet – February 25, 2015
We need a mussel strategy
Castanet – February 25, 2015 For years residents in the Okanagan and across B.C. have feared the day an invasive mussel would make its way … Read more
Demands escalate to stop mussel invasion
Vernon Morning Star – February 22, 2015 Demand is growing for provincial action to prevent a threat to Okanagan lakes. Lake Country council is asking … Read more
Victoria must take action on mussels
Vernon Morning Star – February 22, 2015 One has to wonder why the provincial government isn’t getting the message? Other jurisdictions across Western Canada and … Read more
Milfoil drives debate
Vernon Morning Star – February 20, 2015 Milfoil control is being defended. The Regional District of North Okanagan turned off the Kalamalka Lake source because … Read more
Mission Hill water source turned off because of turbidity
Vernon Morning Star – February 16, 2015 Greater Vernon residents are united when they turn on their taps. On Monday, the Regional District of North … Read more
Armstrong pursues funds
Vernon Morning Star – February 15, 2015 Updating its water master plan could include some cash from the Okanagan Basin Water Board for the City … Read more
Water studies
Vernon Morning Star – February 15, 2015 A Vernon politician wants assurances that limited dollars aren’t being wasted. The city is seeking a grant from … Read more
Spallumcheen districts seek water grants
Vernon Morning Star – February 11, 2015 Two Spallumcheen water districts have received council’s unanimous blessing to apply for Okanagan Basin Water Board grant funding … Read more
Why you should return your old drugs – pharmacists weigh in
Global News – February 11, 2015 When was the last time you cleaned out your medicine cabinet? Getting rid of expired or unused drugs might … Read more
War on milfoil
The Daily Courier – January 29, 2015