Okanagan politicians have challenge each other and their residents to conserve water.
Make Water Work is being promoted by the Okanagan Basin Water Board.
“Last year’s experience with drought, and previous drought years, has shown us the importance of working together in the Okanagan on water conservation efforts, where the water is all connected,” said Doug Findlater, OBWB chairperson.
“I’m proud to personally take the Make Water Work Challenge – doing my part to get the most out of the water I use and conserve, starting with making sure to water plants, not pavement.”
The community that gathers the most pledges per capita is named Make Water Work Champion. Last year, it was Armstrong.
“The challenge was well-received by our residents who saw that they had a role in helping conserve water, especially during last summer’s drought,” said Chris Pieper, Armstrong mayor.
“We intend to defend our title this year and issue a challenge to Peachland to meet the standard we’ve set.”
Residents who take the challenge will be entered to win several prizes including a grand prize of a WaterWise yard upgrade worth $6,000.
Residents can take the challenge at www.MakeWaterWork.ca.