Hosted by Forests Canada as part of Invasive Species Awareness Week Invasive species can be found throughout Ontario, causing major impacts to our forests, communities and economy. This presentation for students grades 4-8 will look at what makes a species invasive and what invasive species can be found in Ontario’s forests. The presentation will also […]
Join us for a dynamic and impactful afternoon of learning and collaboration at the From Knowledge to Action symposium, part of Invasive Species Awareness Week. This event is designed for nonprofit organizations, community leaders, environmental advocates, and anyone passionate about preserving local ecosystems. Attendees will gain critical knowledge about the threat invasive species pose to […]
Presented by Dr. Ian Jones, Research Associate in the Smith Forest Health Laboratory at the University of Toronto Introduced Phragmites australis (hereafter Phragmites) is one of the most invasive plants in North America. Classical biological control represents an affordable, and host-specific option to supplement existing management approaches. Dr. Jones will outline the process by which […]
