The Invasive Species Centre is hosting the 4th annual Invasive Species Forum virtually from February 7-9 in partnership with Ontario’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. The Forum brings together invasive species experts and calls attention to invasive species issues, Continue Reading
Climate change and invasive species are both major drivers of biodiversity loss worldwide. These drivers pose a pressing threat not only to global ecosystems but also to the vital services which they provide. Species invasions can be amplified by climate Continue Reading
A new population of invasive spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) has been found in Buffalo, New York. More than 100 Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) adults have been discovered in the city since September 9, 2022. While spotted lanternfly has not yet been Continue Reading
The focus of this workshop is the spotted lanternfly, an invasive pest spreading in nearby U.S. states. Although not currently established in Canada, if spotted lanternfly were to establish, it could cause immense damage to Ontario grapevines, tender fruit orchards, hops, Continue Reading
On August 10, 2022, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency confirmed the presence of hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) near Grafton, Ontario. A small population of HWA was first detected in the province in Etobicoke in 2012 but was eradicated shortly after Continue Reading
A CD3 mobile boat cleaning station has been installed at Iskatewizaagegan #39 Independent First Nation (Shoal Lake #39), the first of its kind in Ontario, and the third in Canada. The unit will support the community, and other watercraft users Continue Reading
The Earth Day 2022 theme is ‘Invest in our Planet’, encouraging positive action for our planet. The Invasive Species Centre is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2022 Microgrants For Ontario program. The Invasive Species Centre awarded 60 microgrants Continue Reading
Invasive species are spread around the world as people, animals, cargo, and ships travel from place to place. The changing climate is increasing the spread of invasives. With temperature changes in both air and water, species are shifting locations to Continue Reading
Invasive Species Awareness Week (ISAW) is a collaborative social media campaign focused on raising awareness about invasive species and how to protect Canada’s natural spaces. ISAW is inspired by the ‘National Invasive Species Awareness Week’ in the United States, with Continue Reading
The Invasive Species Centre (ISC) hosted the 3rd Annual Invasive Species Forum in partnership with Ontario’s Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry. The Forum takes place annually and brings attention to invasive species issues, research, and advances Continue Reading
