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Media Releases

International Water Forum returns to Osoyoos – drought, mussels, climate top agenda

September 16, 2015

Kelowna, B.C. – With a drought still gripping parts of B.C. and Washington, concerns over the possibility of a costly mussel invasion, and more, community … Read more

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags climate change, Columbia River Treaty Workshop, drought, invasive species, mussel, Osoyoos Lake Water Science Forum, water for fish

Western Drought and Salmon Top Agenda for 2015 Osoyoos Lake Water Science Forum

Water can be a great glue – joining people together to help keep it clean and plentiful. The matter comes down to building relationships and … Read more

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags IJC, International Joint Commission, Osoyoos Lake Water Science Forum

Water Board celebrates 45 years of water protection & looks ahead at future challenges

September 3, 2015

Kelowna, B.C. – The Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) holds its Annual Meeting on Friday, Sept. 4 and while the agency is celebrating 45 years … Read more

Categories Featured, Media Releases Tags 45 years, Annual Meeting, Annual Report, It starts with water, OBWB, Okanagan Water Stewardship Council

You’re Invited to our Annual Meeting!

September 2, 2015

The Okanagan Basin Water Board invites you to its 2015 Annual Meeting and 45th Birthday Celebration, Friday, Sept. 4, 8:30 a.m. to noon, at Rotary … Read more

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags Annual Meeting

In a summer when it mattered most – Okanagan residents pledged to “Make Water Work” in record numbers

August 31, 2015

Kelowna, B.C. – Well the numbers are in… A lucky Kelowna resident has taken the Grand Prize of a $6,000 WaterWise Yard Upgrade and the … Read more

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags Make Water Work, Make Water Work Champion, Make Water Work winner

Drought Workshop – Presentations now available!

August 25, 2015

In response to the current drought in the Okanagan, and the increasing stress on fish, agriculture, and other water needs, the Okanagan Basin Water Board … Read more

Categories Media Releases, Recently Added Tags drought

Employment Opportunity – Milfoil Control and Transport Operator

The Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) is seeking a highly motivated individual with excellent teamwork skills to fill the position of Milfoil Control and Transport … Read more

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags employment opportunities, milfoil

Mussel inspection training turns real when infested boat shows up

August 19, 2015

Kelowna, B.C. – Those attending an invasive mussel inspection workshop this week got more than expected when a boat carrying the concerning molluscs showed up … Read more

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags boat inspection stations, Don't Move A Mussel, inspection stations, training

Okanagan Water Board brings province & local water users together to discuss & address drought

August 13, 2015

Kelowna, B.C. – In response to the current drought in the Okanagan, and the increasing stress on fish, agriculture, and other water needs, the Okanagan … Read more

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags drought, Make Water Work, news release

Annual Meeting – September 4, 2015

August 11, 2015

You are invited to the Okanagan Basin Water Board’s Annual Meeting on Sept. 4, 2015 in Kelowna, B.C. Please register by Aug. 28 at: http://www.eventbrite.ca/e/2015-annual-meeting-it-starts-with-water-and-45th-birthday-of-the-obwb-tickets-18026810676. … Read more

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags Annual Meeting

Okanagan Basin Water Board welcomes Formula 1 racer in “Don’t Move a Mussel” campaign

July 28, 2015

Kelowna, B.C. – Today, the Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) and its WaterWise program welcomed Formula 1 Tunnel Boat Racing Team driver Mike McLellan, of … Read more

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags Don't Move A Mussel, Formula 1, Mike McLennan, mussel

Okanagan Basin Water Board urges residents to conserve in face of drought

July 21, 2015

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

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags conservation, drought, Make Water Work, restrictions

Water Board responds to BC announcement on mussel funding

July 10, 2015

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

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags Don't Move A Mussel, mussel

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

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags Board Report

Early start for milfoil in Okanagan causing trouble

June 16, 2015

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

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags milfoil

Board Report – June 15

June 5, 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

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags Board Report

Water Board releases position statement refusing responsibility for mussel control

June 4, 2015

Kelowna, B.C. – With the Province of B.C.’s declaration of June as “Invasive Species Action Month,” to bring awareness to invasives including zebra and quagga … Read more

Categories Featured, Media Releases Tags Don't Move A Mussel, mussel, quagga mussel, Zebra Mussel

John Slater’s Legacy for Okanagan Water

May 18, 2015

As we mark the passing of John Slater, former Liberal MLA and mayor of Osoyoos, let us especially remember and celebrate him as a champion for water.

Categories Featured, Media Releases

OBWB Position Statement on invasive zebra and quagga mussels

May 12, 2015

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

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags boat inspection stations, Don't Move A Mussel, mussel, OBWB, quagga mussel, Zebra Mussel

Board Report – May 2015

May 8, 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

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags Board Report

Launch of unique project prompts valley mayors to challenge residents to “Make Water Work” in their yards

May 7, 2015

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

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags Bylands Nurseries, Make Water Work, Okanagan Xeriscape Association, OXA

Provincial announcement on BC mussel defence efforts a “good start”

March 31, 2015

Kelowna, B.C. – For three-and a-half years, the Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) has been sounding the alarm about the strong possibility of invasive zebra … Read more

Categories Featured, Media Releases Tags Don't Move A Mussel, mussel, quagga mussel, Zebra Mussel

Okanagan celebrates Canada Water Week with films, kids contest, panel, prizes and more

March 11, 2015

Kelowna, B.C. – There’s something for everyone as the Okanagan Basin Water Board and its outreach program Okanagan WaterWise prepares to celebrate UN World Water … Read more

Categories Featured, Media Releases Tags Canada Water Week, Okanagan WaterWise, Okanagan WaterWise Challenge

Board Report – March 2015

March 6, 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

Categories Featured, Media Releases, Recently Added Tags Board Report

Funds flow to Okanagan projects that will protect valley water

March 4, 2015

Kelowna, B.C. – The Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) has approved $300,000 in funding to 18 projects that will help conserve and improve the quality … Read more

Categories Featured, Media Releases Tags Grants, Water Conservation & Quality Improvement, WCQI
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