LIVING WATER SMART IN BRITISH COLUMBIA: “My water career started in the field with scientists and progressed into policy then leadership roles. Now I am happy to have my feet back in the water as citizen scientist,” stated Lynn Kriwoken, former Executive Director in the BC Ministry of Environment
Note to Reader:
Published by the Partnership for Water Sustainability in British Columbia, Waterbucket eNews celebrates the leadership of individuals and organizations who are guided by the Living Water Smart vision. The edition published on March 18, 2025 featured the story of the Whistler Lakes Conservation Foundation as told through the eyes of Lynn Kriwoken, WLCF president. She narrates the story of “connection to place” as the motivator and foundation piece for bringing people together and building a stewardship ethic in a world destination resort community.
EDITOR’S PERSPECTIVE / CONTEXT FOR BUSY READER
“Across British Columbia, there are groups of “citizens in action”. These passionate volunteers with expertise and wisdom are stepping up to fill gaps. In so doing, these volunteers are making a difference through their contributions to community and environment wellbeing while passing the intergenerational baton,” stated Kim Stephens, Waterbucket eNews Editor and Partnership Executive Director.
About making a contribution as a citizen scientist
“In the story behind the story, WLCF president Lynn Kriwoken is the narrator. She tells the story through her eyes to establish the context for the Melting Glaciers event and how it came to be.’
“In government, Lynn was a leader who made a difference behind the scenes with her vision and ability to make things happen. She was the Living Water Smart champion, and her passion and leadership drove it.”
“Living Water Smart is a timeless story about the value of water in all its forms and its message continues to resonate with people today,” says Lynn Kriwoken. In retirement she continues to draw on those same messages to inspire and educate others about water.”
To Learn More:
To read the complete 3-part story, download a copy of Living Water Smart in British Columbia: Melting Glaciers, Healthy Watersheds, and You.
