Strategic Conservation for Maximum Impact Rather than fragmented efforts, this initiative focuses on priority conservation areas that deliver the greatest ecological benefit. Key Areas of Focus Commonage (North Okanagan)
Critical grassland ecosystem
Core habitat for multiple species at risk
Essential link in regional wildlife corridors
Goose Lake Range & Surrounding Landscapes
Important connectivity between valley and upland systems
Supports large mammal movement and seasonal habitat use
South and Central Okanagan Linkages
Key north–south movement routes
Connections to broader provincial and cross-border ecosystems
Strategic Approach
Land acquisition and conservation partnerships
Conservation covenants and stewardship agreements
Integration with regional planning and development