The Okanagan Collaborative Conservation Program (OCCP) is a partnership of organizations and government focused on conservation issues in the Okanagan basin of British Columbia, Canada.
OCCP exists in part to act as a hub of information and resources that help our community take action to improve environmental protection in the Okanagan.
Our shared goals include:
Maintaining regional biodiversity
Protecting Species at Risk
Maintaining ecological connectivity
Balancing regional growth with conservation
OCCP Supporters include:
Featured ProjectKalamalka and Wood Lake: Boat Impact Study
An increase in boating activity has generated interest and need for a comprehensive and scientific analysis of the potential impacts of boating activity on water source protection.
Featured SiteA Resource for Okanagan Lakeshore Living
A Best Management Practices guide specifically developed to offer practical solutions on how to protect natural areas and enhance our region's resiliency to climate change.
AnnouncementOCCP Program Report (2017-2019)
Learn about OCCP Projects and other important conservation initiatives through 2017—2019.
It is an exciting time for the OCCP.
Featured ProjectOkanagan Biodiversity Strategy
Keeping Nature in our Future, "A Biodiversity Conservation Strategy for the Okanagan Region" (the Strategy) is an environmental policy framework that sets priorities for identifying, preserving and restoring important natural areas.
Featured ResourceDesigning & Implementing Ecosystem Connectivity
Designing and Implementing Ecosystem Connectivity in the Okanagan was developed as part of the Biodiversity Conservation Strategy work undertaken by the Okanagan Collaborative Conservation Program.
Featured PartnerOkanagan Habitat Atlas
The Okanagan Habitat Atlas (OHA) is an interactive mapping tool that can help individuals and organizations make informed decisions on conservation and land use planning at a region-wide scale.
See Our Current Newsletter: January 2020
2019 marks the Okanagan Collaborative Conservation Program’s (OCCP) 11th year supporting collaboration for conservation. The OCCP model continues to be effective in building partnerships, sharing resources, and delivering on the Okanagan Biodiversity Conservation Strategy.