Regenerative Restoration
Takes a Village.
It takes a village…
Complex projects like the restoration of lower Chute Creek rely on the collective wisdom, expertise, and support of many, organizations and individuals alike, united by a shared commitment to nature-based, regenerative solutions. We’re clear that everyone who supports this vision makes an important difference. That’s how lower Chute Creek is getting done, and how broader change takes root. This page exists to gratefully acknowledge and honour those involved in our particular collective effort.
Media:
Radio Interview
Listen to Chris Walker of CBC Radio One interviewing our Co-Founder & Chair Peter Mortifee on July 19th, 2023, where they explore the essence of our lower Chute Creek restoration project (Runtime: 7:45 mins).
Photojournal Article
“ We’re a micro-example of a macro-issue…”
Have a look at respected photojournalist Gord Goble’s thorough and insightful article: “Chute Creek: Easing the floods and bringing the salmon back” (read more)
Published on January 29th, 2024 in PentictonNow, KamloopsNow, KelownaNow and VernonNow..
Radio Interview
Listen to CBC Radio One Day Break South following up with our Co-Founder & Chair Peter Mortifee on November 14th, 2024, acknowledging the successful completion of Phase 1 of the restoration of lower Chute Creek and the replacement of the bridge over Chute Creek (Runtime: 2:41 mins).
Letter to the Editor
The following letter was sent to the Editor of the Penticton Herald following the publication of our February 8th, 2025 News Report:
“Protecting Chute Creek from the next flood”
Dear Editor:
I would like to commend the Chute Creek Stewardship Society on the work already completed for Phase 1. Phase 2 dealing with concrete removal and fish/riparian restoration is to be highly commended.
As a past member of the Penticton and Ellis Creek Restoration Committee, I am well aware of the many obstacles that must be overcome before this project’s completion. Having the ONA and PIB on board from the beginning was a very wise move, as their involvement in the Penticton Creek project was very positive.
The selection of Mould Engineering was a very good choice as their work on Penticton Creek was exemplary. Execution from the planning stage through implementation was flawless.
I commend Dr. Peter Mortifee and the board of directors for their hard work and commitment on this necessary project.
Bill Wickett
Penticton
Partners & Supporters:
Special thanks to…
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Dan Moskaluk
Dan is generously advising and supporting us with our media and communications strategy. He spent many years as the Senior Media Relations Officer for the RCMP and has a set of skills and perspectives which have significantly altered the trajectory of our work. He has provided us with critical connections to key media persons which has opened doors for us which otherwise would not have occurred. Thank you Dan!!
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Forrest Mortifee
Forrest is a gifted singer, songwriter, and creative whose generous support is helping bring to life a documentary film that tells the story of our community’s efforts to restore and revitalize lower Chute Creek. With a deep aesthetic sensibility and an uplifting storytelling spirit, Forrest offers visual and narrative gifts that bring added depth and beauty to the documentary and the project as a whole. Thank you Forrest!!
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Grant Davidson
Grant has gifted us with his heart-centered and courageous approach to dancing and thriving in complexity. He has helped us to more fully appreciate the regenerative nature of our work and has expanded our thinking about how Chute Creek is nested in and interconnected to a larger, dynamic whole. He is a master facilitator and coach.
Thank you Grant!! -
Karla Kozakevich
Karla is the former Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Area Director for Naramata. She has been an important supporter and advisor of our efforts from the very beginning. Her meaningful engagement has been catalytic in terms of igniting incredibly generative connections to representatives of government and key support organizations.
Thank you Karla!! -
Pat Dennett
As a Founding Director of the Society, Pat stepped up with enthusiasm and vision for the restoration of lower Chute Creek when it was only a dream. With clarity of purpose, he helped build essential relationships across sectors, clarify the direction and develop a project plan at a critical time in the project's evolution. He ably served as the Treasurer of the Board for over five and a half years.
Thank you Pat!! -
Tracy Green
Tracy has provided countless hours of ‘pro bono’ expert assistance with the development and implementation of this beautiful website. In her day job, she is the Manager of Digital Fundraising and Marketing at the Pacific Salmon Foundation.
Thank you Tracy!!