Residents and visitors are being called on to help protect Lake Simcoe from water soldier, a fast-spreading invasive aquatic plant. It’s ability to spread quickly along shorelines and in shallow waters can limit recreational activities such as swimming, fishing, and Continue Reading
The 24th International Conference on Aquatic Invasive Species will take place from August 23 – 27th in Belfast, Northern Ireland . Below are 5 reasons to join us this summer! 1. Gain new insights and learn about global issues on aquatic invasive Continue Reading
To help kick off the Invasive Species Centre’s 15th Anniversary, the organization is pleased to partner with artist Laura Fedynyszyn to highlight the potential impacts of the invasive spotted lanternfly (SLF) if it were to spread to Ontario. The exhibit Continue Reading
External Audit Services – Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2027 The Invasive Species Centre (ISC) is seeking proposals from qualified Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) firms to provide external audit services for a three-year term (FYE 2027–2029), with an option to Continue Reading
Invasive species are regarded as the second greatest threat to biodiversity. For World Wildlife Day on March 3, we’re urging Canadians to take steps to prevent the spread of invasive species. Invasive species establish in ecosystems outside of their native Continue Reading
The Invasive Species Centre (ISC) is pleased to celebrate excellence in invasive species prevention and management through the 5th Annual Invasive Species Centre Awards Ceremony. The ceremony took place during the ISC’s annual Invasive Species Forum – Canada’s largest virtual invasive species event. Invasive species Continue Reading
If you’re thinking of gifting pets this holiday season, it’s important to ensure the new pet owner is prepared to properly care for the pet and understands the importance of not letting it loose. Aquarium life, such as fishes, invertebrates, aquatic plants, reptiles, amphibians, or mammals, can become Continue Reading
Thanks to an investment from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, the Invasive Species Centre is accepting proposals to the Invasive Species Action Fund (ISAF) to facilitate on-the-ground monitoring and management of critical invasive species in Ontario. Municipalities, conservation authorities, Continue Reading
September 9, 2025 What is Japanese Stiltgrass? Japanese stiltgrass (Microstegium vimineum) is an invasive annual grass (Poaceae) that thrives in a wide range of habitats including forests, wetlands, lawns, trails, and roadways. It often forms dense, monospecific stands that outcompete Continue Reading
September 23, 2025 Beech trees play an important role in Ontario’s forests. Among them is the American beech tree (Fagus grandifolia), a native and ecologically significant species in North America. Its smooth, light-grey bark is easily recognizable, and its branches Continue Reading
