The virtual Invasive Species Forum is an annual event that brings attention to invasive species issues, research, and advances in prevention and management occurring across Canada, and in neighbouring U.S. States. The 2026 Invasive Species Forum took place from February 17 to 19.
Thank you to everyone who attended the 2026 Invasive Species Forum! If you missed any presentations or want to watch them, find session recordings here.
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Program
See the latest Forum program to learn more about keynote speakers, session presentations, special sessions, and more!
View the program here.
Invasive Species Centre Awards
The Invasive Species Centre Awards are given annually to recognize and celebrate the leadership and commitment of individuals or organizations who help keep land and water in Canada free from invasive species. The core award categories recognize individuals or organizations who champion and demonstrate values of excellence, innovation, and leadership in invasive species prevention and management in Canada.
2026 Financial Partners
The Invasive Species Forum is hosted by the Invasive Species Centre, in partnership with the Ministry of Natural Resources.
Presenting Partner
Interested in supporting the Forum?
Partnering with the Invasive Species Centre is a great way to showcase your organization’s commitment to invasive species action and have your logo featured with the Forum and ISC network.
Click here to learn more.
Information Contact
For any questions about the event, call for abstracts, or awards, please contact us directly at events@invasivespeciescentre.ca.
Past Forum Recordings
2026 Invasive Species Forum
Visit the 2026 Forum playlist here. Navigate the recordings using the event program here.
2025 Invasive Species Forum
Visit the 2025 Forum playlist here. Navigate the recordings using the event program here.
2024 Invasive Species Forum
Visit the 2024 Forum playlist here. Navigate the recordings using the event program here.
2023 Invasive Species Forum
Session recordings from the 2022 Invasive Species Forum are available on our YouTube channel. Use the Forum Program to help navigate the recordings.
2022 Invasive Species Forum
Session recordings from the 2022 Invasive Species Forum are available on our YouTube channel. Use the Forum Program to help navigate the recordings.
2021 Invasive Species Forum
Thank you to everyone who attended the 2021 Invasive Species Forum. Session recordings are available on our YouTube channel.