OLWQS needs volunteers to create “YELLOW FISH” symbols near Osoyoos storm drains
The Osoyoos Lake Water Quality Society (OLWQS) has set Sunday June 12th as the day for our volunteers to repaint the yellow fish symbols (using non-toxic materials) adjacent to the numerous storm drains throughout Osoyoos. We do this to remind people that...
Volunteers receive training to measure water quality of Osoyoos Lake
Since 1994, the Osoyoos Lake Water Quality Society (OLWQS) and its volunteers have undertaken the testing of lake waters for the BC Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy. From May through October, the organization tests bi-weekly for water turbidity...
OLWQS receives Community Grant from Town of Osoyoos
Kudos to the Town of Osoyoos for awarding the Osoyoos Lake Water Quality Society with a $1,000 community grant cheque. Each year, the Town of Osoyoos financially assists non-profit organizations and community groups which render a service to the residents of the Town....
John Gates receives Outstanding Volunteer Award from BC Lake Stewardship Society
The BC Lake Stewardship Society’s Marge Sidney, a professional biologist and BCLSS Board member presented OLWQS’ John Gates with the BCLSS’ 2021 Outstanding Volunteer Award. (Photo Credit: Neil Bousquet) Osoyoos, BC, (March 16, 2022) – The Osoyoos Lake...
The importance of Osoyoos Lake and its Watershed
The BC Lake Stewardship and Monitoring Program for Osoyoos Lake 2005-2020 is a partnership between the BC Lake Stewardship Societyand the BC Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy. The BC Lake Stewardship Society (BCLSS), in collaboration with the...
OLWQS elects new slate of Directors for 2021-22
“This past year was like no other for our Society,” says Birgit Arnstein, President, OLWQS. “We adhered to all the health and safety protocols, and managed our communications via email and telephone calls. And, while we were not able to conduct any of our fund...
