South Okanagan Similkameen Conservation Program

Partners

BC Conservation Foundation

BCCF is dedicated to the conservation, enhancement and restoration of fisheries, wildlife and forestry resources. The organization provides project management services to other organizations to administer, implement and deliver conservation projects. BCCF supports training and employment opportunities for first nations, students and displaced forestry and fisheries workers on conservation projects. Through the Habitat Sustainability Fund, the foundation has provided money to help purchase several properties including some near Vaseux Lake in the South Okanagan.
#200A- 1383 McGill Road
Kamloops, BC V2C 6K7 Canada
Phone: 250-828-2597
Website: http://www.bccf.com
Contact Information:
Barb Waters, Regional Manager

BC Lake Stewardship Society

The BCLSS promotes stewardship, understanding and comprehensive management of lakes, reservoirs and watersheds. They act as a communication and information distribution network between public lake interest groups, government and industry. Through organizing projects, educating the public, and building resources and tools BCLSS hopes to assist in the preservation of BC's water resources. Locally, they have been working together with landowners to restore lakeshore habitat.
4 -552 West Ave.
Kelowna, BC V1Y 4Z4 Canada
Phone: (250) 717-1212
Website: http://www.bclss.org
Contact Information:
Carolyn Johns, Director

BC Ministry of Agriculture and Lands

The Ministry of Agriculture and Lands provides provincial leadership to achieve sustainable development of the province's land, water, and resources while maintaining environmental, economic and social values. This Ministry's goals are 1) to contribute to the objective of stimulating resource based economic development; 2)to enhance sustainable economic development through land and resource plans; 3)to deliver integrated land and resource information to clients in an efficient and effective manner and; 4) to contribute to the environmental, social and economic well-being of the people of BC through the sustainable management and development of Crown land and water.
1259 Dalhousie Drive,
Kamloops, BC V2C 5Z5 Canada
Website: http://www.gov.bc.ca/agf/
Contact Information:
Kevin Dickenson and/or Carl Withler , Lands Section Head and/or Agriculture Stewardship Coordinator
Phone: 250-377-7043 (Kevin); 250-861-7229 (Carl)

BC Ministry of Environment

The ministry's vision is a clean, healthy and naturally diverse environment that enriches people's lives, now and in the future. The ministry helps British Columbians limit the adverse effects of their individual and collective activities on the environment. The ministry works to protect human health and safety by ensuring clean and safe water, land and air; to maintain and restore the natural diversity of ecosystems, and fish and wildlife species and their habitat; and to provide park and wildlife recreation services and opportunities to British Columbians and visitors.
102 Industrial Ave.
Penticton, BC V2A 7C8 Canada
Phone: (250) 490-8200
Fax: (250) 490-2231
Website: http://www.gov.bc.ca/bvprd/bc/channel.do?action=ministry&channelID=-8395&navId=NAV_ID_province
Contact Information:
Grant Furness, Acting Regional Manager
Phone: (250) 490-8200
email: Grant.Furness@gov.bc.ca

BC Ministry of Forests & Range

The British Columbia Ministry of Forests & Range is the steward of the timber, range and recreation resources of British Columbia's unreserved public (Crown) forest land, which covers two-thirds of the province (about 59 million hectares). Headquartered in Victoria, BC, Canada, this ministry manages land for many uses, including recreation, forage, timber, and wilderness, and, in cooperation with other agencies, for water, fish, wildlife, tourism, heritage, and minerals.
102 Industrial Ave.
Penticton, BC V2A 7C8 Canada
Phone: (250) 490-2222
Website: http://www.gov.bc.ca/for/
Contact Information:
Alex McLean, Range Officer

BC Wildlife Federation

As British Columbia's largest and oldest conservation organization, BCWF represents more than 500,000 hunters and anglers province wide. The federation works to ensure sound, long-term management of BC's fish, wildlife, park and outdoor recreational resources in the best interest if all British Colombians. BCWF's 30,000 active members aim to protect, enhance and promote the wise use of the environment for present and future generations.
R.R#1 Site 105 Comp. 4
Keremeos, BC V0X 1N0 Canada
Phone: 250-499-0099
Website: http://www.bcwf.bc.ca/
Contact Information:
Paul McLean, Provincial Representative

BC Wildlife Federation - Okanagan Region
The Okanagan Region of the BC Wildlife Federation is the organization that brings together 19 volunteer Conservation/Fish & Game clubs in the Okanagan Region. These clubs are the original "hands on" grassroots conservationists that developed the Conservation Ethic.
51-1840 Oliver Ranch Road
Okanagan Falls, BC V0H 1R0 Canada
Phone: 250-497-7031
Website: http://www.bcwf.bc.ca/regions/#8
Contact Information:
Joan McKay, President, Okanagan Region, BCWF
Phone: 250-497-7031

Burrowing Owl Conservation Society of BC

The Burrowing Owl Conservation Society of BC was incorporated in 2000 and became a registered charity in 2001. Two major goals are: To establish and maintain stewardship programs for the conservation and enhancement of burrowing owl populations and their habitats in BC To raise funds to support program activities, including the work of breeding facilities, field monitoring and conservation studies for the burrowing owl program in BC. The Society also operates one facility for captive raised Burrowing Owls in BC. The San Rafael Aviary is located in Langley, BC, producing owls for release to locations in southern BC.
2165 Palmerston Avenue
West Vancouver, BC V7V 2V7 Canada
Phone: 604-257-8528
Website: http://www.burrowingowlbc.org
Contact Information:
Mike Mackintosh, Executive Director

Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society - BC Chapter

The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society - BC Chapter is a registered non-profit society that works to preserve wilderness and maintain the ecological integrity of parks throughout British Columbia. The Chapter plays a key role in establishing new protected areas and in improving the management of existing parks. As a lead member of the Grasslands Conservation Council of BC, CPAWS-BC monitors existing intact grassland to ensure they are managed to protect their ecological integrity. CPAWS also supports the conservation of interior grasslands and is spearheading efforts to establish an Interior Grasslands National Park.
RR3, Site 25, Comp. 82
Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Canada
Phone: (250) 498-5432
Website: http://www.cpaws.org
Contact Information:
John Theberge, CPAWS Representative

City of Penticton
The City of Penticton exists to enhance the quality of life for our citizens, visitors and future generations. We strive to live in harmony with each other and our environment and further our citizens' economic, physical and social well being. "Working Together For You."
171 Main Street
Penticton, BC V2A 5A9 Canada
Website: http://penticton.ca/main.asp
Contact Information:
Dan Ashton, Mayor
Phone: 250-494-9027

Conservation Northwest
Conservation Northwest connects and protects old growth and other wild areas from the Washington Coast to the BC Rockies, to benefit people and wildlife. Since 1989 they have protected hundreds of thousands of acres of wildlife habitat: from the big tree forests south of Mount Rainier to forest critical to lynx in the Loomis east of North Cascades National Park. For 20 years, they have protected and connected hundreds of thousands of acres in Washington and BC. Smart and strategic, Conservation Northwest collaborate with local communities, build science-based solutions, and lead innovative partnerships.
Website: http://www.conservationnw.org/
Contact Information:
Jay Kehne, Okanogan County outreach associate
Phone: 509.470.1767
email: jkehne@conservationnw.org

Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada

This Departments' mission is to work toward safe, healthy productive waters and aquatic ecosystems for the benefit of present and future generations by maintaining the highest possible standards of service to Canadians. DFO is responsible for policies and programs in support of Canada's economic, ecological and scientific interests in oceans and inland waters; for the conservation and sustainable utilization of Canada's fisheries resources in marine and inland waters; for leading and facilitating federal policies on oceans; and for safe effective environmentally sound marine services responsive to Canadians in a global economy.
1751 10th Ave, SW
Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4P3 Canada
Phone: 250-851-4853
Website: http://www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/home-accueil_e.htm
Contact Information:
Adrian Wall, Habitat Partnership Coordinator

Destination Osoyoos

Formerly the Osoyoos Business and Development Centre, Destination Osoyoos has established a mission to enhance the quality of life of the citizens of the Osoyoos area through the pursuit of a diversified and sustainable economic base, founded on entrepreneurial growth, to encourage a thriving, successful economy, that enables the area to reach its full potential.
9912 Hwy 3
Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V0 Canada
Phone: (250) 495-3366
Website: http://www.destinationosoyoos.com
Contact Information:
Jo Knight, Director of Tourism & Visitor Experience
email: jknight@osoyoos.ca

District of Summerland

Our program is pleased to welcome Peter Waterman as the program liaison, and we look forward to working with Summerland on their sustainability objectives.
13211 Henry Ave
Summerland, BC V0H 1Z0
Phone: 250-404-4040, Administration
Contact Information:
Sam Elia, Council Liason

Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory

Ron Casorso will represent the Observatory with the program. DRAO looks forward to a continuation of our joint work on the White Lake Technical Working Group and to other activities related to stewardship of the large area that they control in the White Lake Basin.
717 White Lake Rd.
Penticton, BC V2A 6J9
Phone: 250-490-4304
Contact Information:
Ron Casorso, Site Infrastructure Manager

Ducks Unlimited
Ducks Unlimited Canada is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to conserving wetlands and associated uplands for the benefit of North America's waterfowl, other wildlife and people. This is accomplished through cooperation with other organizations, landowners and stakeholders. To date, the DUC has invested nearly $80 million in BC to secure, restore and preserve more than 150,000 hectares of vital wetland landscape habitat. Ducks Unlimited leads the Land Use Planning Team of the South Okanagan Similkameen Conservation Program.
954-A Laval Crescent
Kamloops, BC V2C 5P5 Canada
Phone: (250) 374-8307
Website: http://www.ducks.ca
Contact Information:
Brad Arner, Manager of Conservation Programs, Canadian Intermountain

En'Owkin Centre

The En'Owkin centre in Penticton is a multi-faceted educational institution serving the Okanagan Nation Member Reserves locally, regionally, and nationally. In its' capacity as an educational centre, it undertakes the process of recovering and reinstituting traditional indigenous practices. Their new Indigenous Keepers Program engages two areas: creating linkages with local environmental organizations through a series of workshops; and developing a conservation strategy for the endangered riparian area surrounding the centre. The En'Owkin centre leads the Traditional Ecological Knowledge Team of the South Okanagan Similkameen Conservation Program.
RR2, Site 50, Comp. 8
Penticton, BC V2A 6J7 Canada
Phone: (250) 493-7181
Website: http://www.enowkincentre.ca
Contact Information:
Jeannette Armstrong, Executive Director

Environment Canada - Canadian Wildlife Service

Environment Canada's mandate is to conserve and enhance the quality of the natural environment, including water, air and soil quality; to conserve Canada's renewable resources including migratory birds and other non-domestic flora and fauna; to conserve and protect Canada's water resources; to enforce the rules made by the Canada-U.S. International Joint Commission related to boundary waters; and to coordinate environmental policies and programs for the federal government. The Canadian Wildlife Service (CWS), a part of Environment Canada, is responsible for the conservation of migratory birds, species at risk and biodiversity. The Canadian Wildlife Service, Pacific and Yukon Region is one of the key partners in the SOSCP and has contributed to the development of the program, its planning and coordination, and to its science base and in providing scientific expertise on projects. In addition, the Government of Canada has contributed substantial funding to all SOSCP Teams for Stewardship efforts related to the conservation and protection of species at risk under the Habitat Stewardship Program - a component of the Federal Governments strategy on species at risk.
5421 Robertson Road, RR1
Delta, BC V4K 3N2 Canada
Phone: (604) 940-4700
Website: http://www.pyr.ec.gc.ca/en/wildlife/
Contact Information:
Barry Smith, Regional Director

Federation of BC Naturalists (Thompson-Okanagan Region)
The FBCN is the umbrella organization for naturalists and other conservation-oriented clubs in the province. Its mandate, " To know nature and keep it worth knowing", focuses on conservation and natural-history education throughout BC. In cooperation with SOSCP Partner and working through the three local clubs: the South Okanagan Naturalists, Oliver-Osoyoos Naturalists, and Similkameen naturalists; the FBCN acts to protect significant ecosystems in the South Okanagan and Similkameen valleys. These local clubs carry out a wide variety of public education projects including running numerous field trips for all ages, participating in the annual Meadowlark Festival and are active in supporting conservation of wildlife habitat.
P.O. Box 2007
Penticton, BC V2A 8K3 Canada
Phone: 250-497-8702
Website: http://www.naturalists.bc.ca
Contact Information:
Bob Handfield, Regional Representative

FORREX

FORREX Forest Research Extension Partnership is a British Columbia, Canada-based charitable non-share corporation, founded in 1998 to help people develop science and knowledge-based solutions to complex natural resource challenges. Through the contributions of staff, partners and donors, FORREX links people to knowledge, and facilitates continuous innovation and improvement in natural resource policy and management practices that greatly influence the ecological, social, and economic well-being of our communities.
Suite 702-235, 1st Avenue
Kamloops, BC V2C 3J4 Canada
Phone: 250-371-3929
Website: http://www.forrex.org
Contact Information:
Chris Hollstedt, Cheif Executive Officer

Grasslands Conservation Council of BC
The GCC is a strategic alliance of organizations and individuals including government, ranchers, range managers, agrologists, grassland ecologists, First Nations and environmental groups dedicated to the conservation and stewardship of BC's grasslands. The main role of the Council is to raise awareness about grasslands and to promote grassland stewardship and sustainable use. The group works on issues such as wildlife at risk, ATV impacts on grasslands, weed control, and the loss of grasslands to development.
954-A Laval Crescent
Kamloops, BC V2C 5P5 Canada
Phone: (250) 374-5787
Website: http://www.bcgrasslands.org
Contact Information:
Bruno Delesalle, Executive Director

Habitat Conservation Trust Fund

The HCTF funds projects in BC that benefit fish, wildlife and habitat. Hunters, anglers, trappers and guide-outfitters contribute to the trust funds' enhancement and education projects through license surcharges. HCTF has provided nearly $3 million for conservation projects in the South Okanagan Similkameen Conservation Program area in the past five years and will continue to support this region.
100 - 333 Quebec St
Victoria, BC V8V 1W4 Canada
Phone: (250) 356-6124
Or phone: Toll free: 1-800-387-9853
Website: http://www.hctf.ca
Contact Information:
Brian Springinotic, Executive Director

Land Trust Alliance of BC
A Land Trust is a non-profit, charitable organization committed to the long-term protection of natural and/or cultural heritage. A land trust may own land itself, or it may enter into conservation covenants with property owners to protect or restore natural or heritage features on the owners land. Since our founding in 1997 almost ten years ago, the Land Trust Alliance of BC has welcomed more than 86 members to its provincial fold.
204-338 Lower Ganges Rd.
Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2V3 Canada
Phone: (250) 538-0112
Website: http://www.landtrustalliance.bc.ca
Contact Information:
Sheila Harrington, Executive Director

North Central Washington Resource Conservation & Development Council (NCW RC&D)

RC&D is an exciting partnership between the Federal government and a local nonprofit organization led by local community leaders. The Council is a membership-based nonprofit entity that is established and run by volunteers to carry out the mission of the RC&D. The mission of the NCW RC&D is to be a grassroots organization, facilitating and fostering cooperation, local leadership, and concern for the environment in such a way that the overall economic health and quality of life in the tri-county region will be served.
2nd Ave South, Suite 101
Okanogan, Washington 98840 USA
Phone: (509) 422-2750 ex 107
Website: http://www.ncwrcd.org
Contact Information:
Chris Branch at Oroville@nvinet.com, Coordinator, Nancy Warner at nwarner@applecapital.net, Vice Chair of IRIS Committee

Okanagan Collaborative Conservation Program
The Okanagan Collaborative Conservation Program (OCCP) is a new initiative that was started in response to the rapid growth and development of the North and Central Okanagan. The OCCP began in May 2006, with many partners coming together to help shape the future of this portion of the Okanagan Valley.
Phone: 250-503-3074
Website: http://www.bcgrasslands.org/occp.htm
Contact Information:
Magnus Bein, OCCP Coordinator

Okanagan College

Various faculty members in Biology, Water Quality Technology and Chemistry are doing local research on water and air quality issues, paleoecology, recreational impacts, and forest ecosystems in the Okanagan. OC will be working towards achieving a cooperative effort between its faculty and SOSCP partner organizations.
583 Duncan Ave. W.
Penticton, BC V2A 8E3 Canada
Phone: (250) 492-4305
Website: http://www.okanagan.bc.ca
Contact Information:
Kaya Forest, Chemistry Professor

Okanagan Region Wildlife Heritage Fund Society
This group is a volunteer-run organization that was formed to purchase critical habitat for wildlife and to promote the preservation of lands for habitat, wildlife, and for the benefit of all people. The Society has been instrumental in the purchase of riparian areas and other properties containing critical habitat in the Okanagan, Similkameen and Boundary regions. They have also been involved in local projects such as sheep habitat enhancement and kokanee spawning habitat conservation.
1326 Scott Crescent
Kelowna, BC V1A 2P7 Canada
Phone: (250) 769-3952
Contact Information:
John Holdstock, Treasurer

Okanagan Similkameen Conservation Alliance

The mission of OSCA is to conduct educational and information initiatives promoting environmental awareness and participation among the general public; and to provide support services and promote cooperation within the environmental network in the Okanagan-Similkameen region. OSCA hopes to achieve these objectives through development of community activities and programs; and by assisting educators and government. Accomplishments of this group include the annual meadowlark festival, national wildlife week celebrations, and many community presentations and workshops. OSCA is the lead agency for the Outreach Team of the South Okanagan Similkameen Conservation Program.
233 Main St., Mezzanine
Penticton, BC V2A 5B1 Canada
Phone: 250-492-4422
Or phone: Toll free: 1-866-699-9453
Website: http://www.osca.org
Contact Information:
Liz Dieter, Chair

Okanagan Similkameen Parks Society
The volunteer run OSPS has been an advocate for protection of special areas and species since 1965. The society encourages better forestry practices and has been instrumental in acquiring land for Okanagan Mountain Park and Cathedral Lakes Park. OSPS has helped to preserve historical trails such as Hudson's Brigade trail and the Kettle Valley Rail Road. As well, this group has assisted in obtaining the Haynes Ecological Reserve and winter range near Vaseux Lake for California Bighorn Sheep.
P.O. Box 787
Summerland, BC V0H 1Z0 Canada
Phone: (250) 494-8996
Contact Information:
Sheila White, Secretary of Membership
email: anglerem@telus.net

Osoyoos Desert Society

The Osoyoos Desert Society strives to protect and restore antelope-brush ecosystems in the South Okanagan, thereby ensuring species survival through habitat conservation. As an interpretive education centre and research facility, visitors gain valuable insight into this sensitive ecosystem and into conservation initiatives in general. Research conducted at the centre helps scientists to determine effective and practical methods for ecological restoration of this landscape. The society aims to generate public knowledge, respect and active concern for fragile and endangered habitats worldwide through its educational programming.
P.O. Box 123
Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V0 Canada
Phone: 250-495-2470
Or phone: Toll free: 1-877-899-0897
Website: http://www.desert.org
Contact Information:
Denise Eastlick, Executive Director
email: mail@desert.org

Osoyoos Indian Band

The Osoyoos Indian Band, (NK'MIP), was formed on November 21, 1877. As part of the Okanagan Nation, we are a strong, independent and proud people with a rich heritage. The Osoyoos Indian Band has always been progressive. From the early years of ranching, trading and small farms the people have continued to change with the times. Now, huge vineyards sprawl across these lands, businesses are being invited to call this home and the people have become business oriented. The Band manages businesses with annual budgets in excess of $l4 million dollars and administers its own health, social, educational and municipal services. The Osoyoos Indian Band Membership is approximately 400, with the majority of the Band Members living on the Osoyoos Indian Reservation. Improvements and modernization are everywhere. During recent years new home construction on the reserve has been swift with growth matching the rest of the South Okanagan each year.
RR3, Site 25, Comp 1
Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Canada
Phone: 250-495-7901
Website: http://www.oib.ca
Contact Information:
Charlotte Stringham, OIB Council

Osoyoos Lake Water Quality Society

Osoyoos Lake Water Quality Society is a non-profit charitable organization working to preserve the future quality of Osoyoos Lake. The Society's intention is to reestablish and maintain the water quality throughout the Okanagan Valley lake system, especially in the Osoyoos Lake and environs, so that it is suitable for indigenous plant and animal life and for human use and consumption. The Society is involved in monitoring water quality, determining causes of lake and environmental pollution or degradation, disseminating the results of analysis to government agencies and to the public and educating the public about related issues. The OLWQS also organizes lake and waterway "cleanup" projects and assists government in implementing programs that enhance the quality of the environment in the Okanagan valley lake system.
P.O. Box 1382
Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V0 Canada
Phone: 250-495-3134
Or phone: Report Hotline: (250) 495-3366
Website: http://www.olwqs.org
Contact Information:
Michelle Jefferson, Director

Osoyoos Oxbows Restoration Society
The "Oxbows Society" was formed in July 2004 with the goal of cleaning up Osoyoos Lake. The focus is on reviving the old meanders & oxbows of the Okanagan River to improve water quality before it flows into the lake. Allowing water to flow again through the oxbows, in a controlled manner, it will allow them to function as a biological filter in the way nature intended. The renewal of the riparian edges will enhance habitat for wildlife and aquatic species.
PO Box 535
Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V0 Canada
Phone: 250-495-7891
Contact Information:
Eike Scheffler , President
email: eike@vip.net

Pacific Salmon Foundation

The Pacific Salmon Foundation is a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to salmon restoration for the benefit of all. Governed by a volunteer board of directors, PSF raises and administers funds to support community-based, volunteer-driven salmon restoration activities throughout BC. Through partnerships with governments, private sector, other agencies and individuals; PSF has contributed over $3 million towards 344 community projects. The activities of over 20,000 volunteers in salmon programs are bringing them back, stream by stream.
300 - 1682 West 7th Ave
Vancouver, BC V6J 4S6 Canada
Phone: 604-664-7664
Website: http://www.psf.ca
Contact Information:
Paul Kariya, Executive Director

Partners In Flight

British Columbia's Southern Interior, also known as Canada's Great Basin, is home to some of the most endangered species and habitats in Canada! At least 15% of the regularly occurring landbird species in the region are at risk at the provincial or federal level. Even some common species are experiencing dramatic population declines. Habitat loss and degradation are the main threats to bird populations in the region. Partners in Flight (PIF) BC and Yukon, and the Canadian Intermountain Joint Venture (CIJV), are using a habitat- based conservation approach to maintain the health of bird populations and their habits. It is an exciting time for groups and individuals committed to the conservation of landbirds in BC and the Yukon. In addition to the recent international initiatives for landbirds, we are working hard to translate such resources into local action to improve the health of landbird populations and their habitats regionally.
102 Industrial Place
Penticton, BC V2A 7C8 Canada
Phone: 250-490-8286
Website: http://www.pifbcyukon.org
Contact Information:
Tanya Luszcz , BC/Yukon Great Basin Program Manager

Penticton Museum and Archives

The City of Penticton's R.N.Atkinson Museum and Archives contains over 350 animal mounts and skins. These collections are valuable to artists, naturalists and scientists as a source of species information. The Archives is also a very useful resource, containing information in written form as well as thousands of photographs that relate to the early natural history of the South Okanagan and Similkameen. Records include diaries of early settlers and weather data from newspapers and the Department of Environment. The museum offers children's summer programmes, school programmes for all ages and grades, adult lecture series, and access to the archives and collection by appointment. This organization supports other groups via education, and as a resource centre.
785 Main St.
Penticton, BC V2A 5E3 Canada
Phone: 250-490-2451
Website: http://www.penticton.ca/museum/default.asp
Contact Information:
Peter Ord, Director/Curator

Regional District of the Okanagan Similkameen

Regional Districts are most noted for providing general government administration, electoral area planning and solid waste management planning. The Regional District Okanagan Similkameen is also responsible for voluntary services including water and waste water utilities, regional parks, solid waste services, protective services and noise control. A recent important undertaking has been the development of a Regional Growth Strategy, a long-term planning project that deals with growth management issues over a 20-year period for the South Okanagan area. The RGS is a collaborative process that includes ongoing consultation with the public, First Nations, local, regional, provincial, and federal governments.
101 Martin St.
Penticton, BC V2A 5J9 Canada
Phone: 250-492-0237
Or phone: Toll Free: 1-877-610-3737
Website: http://www.rdos.bc.ca
Contact Information:
Dan Ashton, RDOS Chair

Royal BC Museum

The Royal BC Museum was created in 1886 to secure and preserve specimens that illustrate the natural history of the province, collect anthropological material relating the aboriginal people of BC, and obtain information on the natural history of the province. The museum disseminates information and offers educational programs from its location in Victoria.
675 Belleville Street
Victoria, BC V8W 9W2 Canada
Phone: 250-356-8242
Or phone: Toll free: 1-888-447-7977
Website: http://www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca
Contact Information:
Rob Cannings, Curator of Entomology

South Okanagan Rehabilitation Centre for Owls

The South Okanagan Rehabilitation Centre for Owls is a non-profit society dedicated to treating injured and orphaned birds of prey with the purpose of releasing them back into the wild when ever possible. SORCO is not a zoo but a clinic and treatment center; therefore at this time no public viewing of the birds is allowed. SORCO treats all birds of prey from all over the province. We act on Conservation through Rehabilitation.
P.O. Box 1166
Oliver, BC V0H IT0 Canada
Phone: 250-498-4251
Website: http://www.sorco.org
Contact Information:
Ken Fujino, President
email: sorco@telus.net

Southern Interior Bluebird Trail Society

The Southern Interior Bluebird Trail Society creates nesting habitat for cavity nesting birds with an emphasis on Mountain and Western Bluebirds. They educate the public to the plight of secondary cavity nesters due to human destruction of habitat and introduction of non-native bird species. Its' members monitor and care for over 5,000 nest boxes throughout the province and have sponsored B.C.'s first Transcontinental Bluebird Trail; part of the North American Bluebird Society's non-linear trail system.
P.O. Box 494
Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Canada
Phone: 250-495-7891
Website: http://www.bcbluebirds.org
Contact Information:
Lee McFadyen, President

The Land Conservancy of BC

As a membership-based land trust, TLC works to protect areas needed for natural communities to survive; conserving lands of scientific, historical, cultural, scenic, or compatible recreational value. Their mission is accomplished by assisting landowners to practice responsible stewardship and by facilitating voluntary land protection through the use of conservation covenants, land title ownerships, and long-term leases. Since 1997, TLC has raised over $14 million and protected over 85,000 acres in BC. TLC is the lead agency for the Stewardship Team of the South Okanagan Similkameen Conservation Program.
301-7195 Esquimalt Rd.
Victoria, BC V9A 3N6 Canada
Phone: 250-479-8053
Website: http://www.conservancy.bc.ca
Contact Information:
Kathleen Sheppard, Director of Conservation Policy & Programs and Regional Operations
email: ksheppard@conservancy.bc.ca

The Nature Conservancy Washington State

The mission of TNC is to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive. They currently manage the largest system of private nature sanctuaries in the world. With the help of 1 million plus members and through community and business partnership, they have helped to protect more than 100 million acres worldwide.
217 Pine Street, Suite 1100
Seattle, WA 98101 United States
Phone: 206-343-4344
Website: http://www.nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/washington/
Contact Information:
Todd Chaudhry, East Cascades Forests Program Manager
email: tchaudhry@tnc.org

The Nature Conservancy of Canada, BC Region

For over 40 years, the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) has been working to protect Canada's most threatened natural habitats and the endangered species that call them home. NCC is Canada's only national charity dedicated to preserving ecologically significant areas through outright purchase, donations and conservation easements. Their plan of action is partnership building and cooperation with individuals, corporations, community groups and government bodies. Since 1962, NCC has secured a long-term future for more than 1000 properties, comprising over 1.67 million acres of significant habitat. Locally, The Nature Conservancy of Canada assisted in the purchase of ecologically valuable lands, including Long's Ranch in the White/Vaseux Lakes area.
RR1 S6 C1,
Kaleden, BC V0H 1K0 Canada
Phone: 250-497-8010
Or phone: Toll free: 1-888-404-8428
Website: http://www.natureconservancy.ca
Contact Information:
Barbara Pryce, Okanagan Program Manager

The Nature Trust of British Columbia

The Nature Trust of British Columbia conserves key areas of ecological significance in BC and encourages the private and public sectors to set aside these areas for conservation. The Nature Trust and its partners have invested more than $65 million to acquire and manage critical wildlife habitat throughout the province. Current holdings in the South Okanagan total approximately 3,000 hectares of private/leased land and 36,000 hectares of Crown range tenure, including areas around Vaseux Lake, White Lake, Skaha Lake and Kilpoola Lake. On the South Okanagan Biodiversity Ranching Project, TNT is exploring innovative ways to create ecological and economical sustainability within the beef cattle industry. Other ongoing projects include restoration of native grassland ecosystems following the Vaseux Lake wildfire, and the use of conservation youth crews to conduct a wide variety of land management activities. The Nature Trust leads the Securement Team of the South Okanagan Similkameen Conservation Program.
260 - 1000 Roosevelt Crescent
North Vancouver, BC V7P 3R4 Canada
Phone: 604-924-9771
Or phone: Toll Free: 1-866-288-7878
Website: http://www.naturetrust.bc.ca
Contact Information:
Jim Hope, Land Manager

Town of Oliver
Oliver received a 2007 Green City Award for its initiatives, including an effective water management system that reclaims 100 per cent of wastewater and uses it for agricultural purposes.
35016 - 97th StreetPO Box 638
Oliver , B.C. V0H 1T0
Phone: (250) 485-6200
Contact Information:
Stephanie Johnson, Director of Development Services

Town of Osoyoos

The town of Osoyoos boasts many of the "good things in life" -award winning wine, a bounty of fresh fruit and vegetables, a healthy, active lifestyle and a great climate. World class attractions include a unique ecology and diversity of places to stay, making Osoyoos a “must see” in British Columbia. The warmth of the people reflects the warmth of the weather.
Box 3010, 8711 Main Street
Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V0
Phone: 250-495-6515
Contact Information:
Barry Romanko, Chief Administrative Officer

University of British Columbia - Faculty of Land and Food Systems

The UBC Faculty of Agricultural Sciences has an academic focus is in the areas of land, food and community with an emphasis on food, nutrition and health, an ecological approach to agriculture (agroecology), community and environment, and global resource systems.
180B-2357 Main Mall
Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4 Canada
Phone: 604-822-6873
Website: http://www.agsci.ubc.ca
Contact Information:
Dr. Tom Sullivan, Professor of Agroecology

University of British Columbia - Okanagan

UBC Okanagan opened its doors in 2005, establishing a new university that is a highly interdisciplinary, research-intensive and intimate learning community in Kelowna, B.C. The Species at Risk and Habitat Studies (SARAHS) Centre opened its lab facility at UBC Okanagan in March 2006. The Centre enables researchers to identify and examine forces crucial to the success of species and habitats that are at risk. Founded upon a highly interdisciplinary research team, the SARAHS Centre has expertise in areas including conservation biology, genetics, GIS, physiology, climate change, statistics, and mathematical modeling. This wide-ranging expertise enables SARAHS researchers to provide a comprehensive picture of the scientific issues surrounding species at risk. The ultimate aim is to gather the knowledge necessary to inform management plans and land use policies.
3333 University Way
Kelowna, BC V1V 1V7 Canada
Phone: 250-807-8763
Website: http://www.ubc.ca/okanagan
Contact Information:
Bernard Bauer, Associate Provost
email: bernard.bauer@ubc.ca

Village of Keremeos

Healthy living comes naturally in Keremeos. The Village is located in one of BC’s most productive farming valleys. The surrounding area has the highest concentration of organic farms in Canada and is known as the Organic Farming Capital of Canada. The air is so clear you can see the goats grazing high up on famous K Mountain. The wild Similkameen River shimmers under more than 2600 hours of annual sunlight. In the language of the Sylix People, Keremeos means “meeting of the four winds.” Keremeos is also the place where mountain tributaries rush down to meet the Similkameen River. Keremeos is where desert meets grassland, grassland meets forest and forest meets alpine tundra. It truly is a place of meeting. The Village of Keremeos is striving to heighten the environmental and conservation awareness in the area.
PO Box 160702 - 4th Street
Keremeos, British Columbia V0X 1N0 Canada
Phone: 250-499-2711
Fax: 250-499-5477
Website: http://www.keremeos.ca/
Contact Information:
Joni Heinrich, Chief Administrative Officer
email: cao@keremeos.ca