Featured AnnouncementNature-based Solutions for Climate Change
The Okanagan Collaborative Conservation Program and its partners see a future where protecting and restoring ecosystems mitigates the growing threat of climate change.
In 2021, OCCP will coordinate knowledge sharing and work with its partners to develop actions and collaborative ways to implement Nature-based Solutions for Climate Change.
"We are helping to maintain and preserve the Okanagan's unique ecosystems for present and future generations."
Private donations from you and others contribute to work that would not otherwise be possible. Any donation amount is appreciated and will be used effectively to support efforts to protect and restore the unique biodiversity of the Okanagan Basin.
A tax receipt can be received for donations of $50 or more.
Monthly Donations
- Enable us to respond quickly to environmental issues as they arise without long delays while seeking funding
- Reduce administrative costs
- Allow us to plan for the future
- Are consolidated into one annual tax receipt
One-Time Donation
Your one-time gift supports ongoing efforts to bring about positive impacts for the local environment, wildlife species and the health of local residents.
To Donate
- Please write a cheque payable to the "Okanagan Collaborative Conservation Program"
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Mail to:
Okanagan Collaborative Conservation Program,
1450 KLO Road,
Kelowna BC,
V1W 3Z4
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Scott Boswell at
Whether you're an individual or organization, please join us in helping to protect the local environment, and our health.
Conservation partners work together to plan for and tackle critical environmental issues throughout the Okanagan Basin—from threats to species at risk, problems with water quantity or air quality, to urban sprawl.
Broadly speaking, if you would like to join the OCCP:
- Individuals can Volunteer
- Organizations can become Partners and/or Sponsors
OCCP Partners
We Welcome New Partners to Join Us
OCCP Conservation Partners work together to share their resources of time, money and expertise to accomplish shared objectives of habitat protection, awareness and sustainable planning.
By supporting these collaborative efforts, your organization can be sure that your dollars are being put to effective use across multiple organizations in reaching the goals that you share for the Okanagan.
The partnership of the OCCP and SOSCP is composed of organizations with a focus on conservation in the Okanagan Basin. Representatives of partner organizations can be involved in many ways from participating in Action teams to joining the Steering Committee.
For a list of Partner organizations, see the Supporters page.
Roles and Responsibilities
Most organizations in the OCCP are signatory partners who have committed to the OCCP Statement of Co-operation and offer a minimum of 30 hours of staff time to the OCCP per year. However, not all partners are signatory members, and their role depends on the terms of partnership and nature of their organization.
Partners must designate representatives to fulfill the responsibilities of collaborating within the OCCP, including:
- To understand and uphold any signed agreements such as the OCCP Statement of Co-operation, contribution agreements or contracts, or other agreements.
- To understand and seek clarification of the OCCP Strategic Plan.
- To periodically update OCCP members of pertinent information at meetings, events, and media.
- To participate in the OCCP through Action Teams, Steering Committee, joint projects, events, meetings, and media.
- To identify and share resources with partners, when appropriate.
- To provide feedback on OCCP plans, projects, function, and services.
- To recommend service providers and potential new partners.
For more information please see our Contact Page and contact one of our Coordinators.
OCCP Sponsors
Sponsors will receive recognition for their contribution within associated media, events, educational materials and partner updates, along with a tax receipt.
For further details, please contact
OCCP Volunteers
Please Note
There are currently no volunteering opportunities at the OCCP.
This should change in the future and we will update this page when it happens. So, be sure to check back!
If you are interested in volunteering for the OCCP, please contact the Program Manager at
Our programs offer different opportunities for volunteers such as:
- Action teamwork on various projects throughout the basin
- Special events opportunities
- Specific clerical duties
- Specific web design and content management duties
- Promote projects and outreach materials using social media
- And much more..
