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Simple actions to help protect Lake Simcoe this long weekend: Prevent the spread of water soldier

invasivespeciescentre — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:36:56 +0000

The Lake Simcoe Water Soldier Working Group is calling on residents and visitors to Lake Simcoe to Clean, Drain, and Dry their watercraft and equipment and report suspected sightings of water soldier outside of Cook’s Bay to prevent the spread of water soldier. Water soldier is an invasive aquatic plant Continue Reading

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Oak Wilt Economic Case Study

invasivespeciescentre — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:20:47 +0000

What is Oak Wilt? Oak wilt is a vascular disease of oak trees (Quercus spp.) that is caused by the invasive fungal pathogen Bretziella fagacearum. The fungus grows on the outer sapwood of oak trees, stimulating the host’s defense mechanisms which restricts the flow Continue Reading

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Powering community-led action against invasive species through the Invasive Species Action Fund

invasivespeciescentre — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:01:10 +0000

Thanks to an investment from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, the Invasive Species Centre is supporting 112 new projects across Ontario led by municipalities, Indigenous organizations, conservation authorities, community groups, and non-profit organizations on critical invasive species issues through the Invasive Species Continue Reading

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Timely, coordinated response, key in successful eradication of Asian longhorned beetle.

invasivespeciescentre — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:20:35 +0000

A Near Miss: How rapid response and coordinated efforts ensured effective eradication of Asian longhorned beetle in Ontario Written by: Adam Gouge, Invasive Species Centre Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) (Anoplophora glabripennis), is a species of voracious tree feeding insect native Continue Reading

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Clean, drain, and dry your watercraft to protect Lake Simcoe from the impacts of water soldier

invasivespeciescentre — Thu, 14 May 2026 17:40:26 +0000

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

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5 Reasons You Should Go to ICAIS 2026

invasivespeciescentre — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:26:38 +0000

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

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Art exhibition at Evergreen Brick Works raises awareness of potential spotted lanternfly impacts

invasivespeciescentre — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:13:10 +0000

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

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Invitational Request for Proposal (RFP)

invasivespeciescentre — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:53:49 +0000

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

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Protecting species at risk from invasive species starts at home this World Wildlife Day

invasivespeciescentre — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:11:41 +0000

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

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Invasive Species Centre Recognizes Leaders Protecting Land and Water at Annual Forum

invasivespeciescentre — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:36:26 +0000

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

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