Understanding the Earth system and, in particular, its climate, remains one of the major intellectual challenges faced by science. The processes influencing climate, the mechanisms through which they act, and the responses they generate are, in general, as complex and poorly understood as they are important. Read More
Groups focused on Okanagan water issues, including current research project partnerships. Read More
Information regarding Water Supply & Demand Study: Read More
As surface water reaches allocation limits in the Okanagan Basin, it becomes increasingly important to understand our groundwater resources. Groundwater use is currently unregulated in British Columbia, and for the most part, we have little knowledge about the size of groundwater storage aquifers, the relationship between ground and surface waters, or even how rapidly groundwater is used and replenished. Understanding the location and characteristics of groundwater recharge areas is also key. Read More
Water availability in the Okanagan Basin has been a long-standing issue, due to competing agricultural and industrial demands, rapid population growth and the Basin’s location in a semi-arid region. Numerous water supply studies have been conducted in the area, particularly over the past 3 decades. However, with the exception of the 1974 Okanagan Basin Study and the 1994 water supply study, (a limited update) none have been basin-wide in scope. Read More
The Okanagan Basin spans the communities of Osoyoos in the south to Armstrong in the north – incorporating most of the three Okanagan regional districts. Almost 200 km long and 21,600 km2 in area, the Okanagan watershed is approximately 2/3 the size of Vancouver Island. Read More
The Okanagan Basin Water Board is a unique form of local government, established under Provincial legislation with taxation powers to support its actions. Read More
A scenario comparison tool to assess green infrastructure effectiveness, achieve a lighter 'water footprint' and protect stream health. Learn More
The Water Conservation Calculator illustrates how specific water conservation measures can yield both fiscal and physical water savings for communities. Learn More
This Landscape Irrigation Scheduling Calculator uses real-time daily evapotranspiration (ET) rates determined from climate stations located within British Columbia. Learn More
This Agricultural Irrigation Scheduling Calculator uses real-time daily evapotranspiration (ET) rates determined from climate stations located within British Columbia. Learn More
