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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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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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Good intentions, big consequences: Why responsible pet ownership matters this holiday season

invasivespeciescentre — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 20:51:42 +0000

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

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Protect lands and waters in Ontario: Apply to the 2026/27 Invasive Species Action Fund

invasivespeciescentre — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 15:13:11 +0000

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

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Enhancing coordinated action through the Ontario Phragmites Action program

invasivespeciescentre — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 15:02:47 +0000

The Ontario Phragmites Action (OPA) program is pleased to announce that we’ll be supporting 87 new invasive Phragmites management projects in 2025 through the Invasive Phragmites Control Fund (IPCF). This funding is made possible thanks to an investment from the Continue Reading

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Empowering on-the-ground action for local community groups through the Invasive Species Action Fund

invasivespeciescentre — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 14:15:47 +0000

September 10, 2025 Thanks to an investment from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, the Invasive Species Centre is supporting 115 new projects through the Invasive Species Action Fund (ISAF). ISAF empowers community groups, Indigenous organizations, and municipalities to take Continue Reading

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Dude, where’s my dock? – Help prevent the spread of invasive Phragmites

invasivespeciescentre — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 15:26:32 +0000

Posted June 25, 2025 Have you noticed a tall, dense grass growing along the highways and shorelines in Ontario? What you may be seeing is invasive Phragmites – and once you see it, you can’t unsee it. The Ontario Phragmites Continue Reading

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Biodiversity begins at home: stop the spread of invasive species on International Day for Biological Diversity

invasivespeciescentre — Fri, 23 May 2025 15:27:54 +0000

May 23, 2025 Invasive species are regarded as the second greatest threat to global biodiversity. On May 22nd, International Day for Biological Diversity, the Invasive Species Centre is urging Canadians to take steps to prevent the spread of invasive species. Continue Reading

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Boating season begins with a call to action – help the multi-partner campaign to tackle invasive water soldier in Lake Simcoe

invasivespeciescentre — Wed, 14 May 2025 14:10:35 +0000

May 13, 2025 Community members urged to report sightings and practice Clean, Drain, Dry Community members are encouraged to join the effort to protect Lake Simcoe and help manage the spread of water soldier – an invasive aquatic plant – Continue Reading

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