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, in neighbouring U.S. States, and beyond. The 2026 Invasive Species Forum will take place from February 2 to 4, 2027, with the theme: Building Resilience Through Collaboration.
The 2027 Forum will also be a special year for the Invasive Species Centre as we celebrate 15 years of advancing invasive species awareness, prevention, and management. We look forward to marking this milestone alongside our Forum community while continuing to build connections and collaborate toward a more resilient future.
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Call for Presentations
We’re working on a program that features topics such as…
- Forest Invasives
- Invasive Plants (including horticulture & landscaping)
- Aquatic Invasives
- Indigenous Perspectives
- Education, Outreach, and Community Science
- Horizon Scanning
- Invasive Species Policy
- Emerging Invasive Species
- Pathways of Invasion
How to Submit Using GoodGrants
Please submit your presentation online through the GoodGrants platform by October 30, 2026 at 11:59PM . Submissions will be evaluated through a blind peer review based on 6 key criteria, including title, relevance, background, description of activities, significance, and professionalism/writing style.
The ISC is using GoodGrants this year to help ensure a smooth submission process and better to facilitate the intake, scoring, and notification process.
To submit your presentation:
- Access the application portal here.
- Create a free account if you don’t have one already; otherwise, log in with your existing account.
- Click ‘Start Application’ under the ‘2027 Invasive Species Forum – Call for Presentations’ form.
- Complete the application and submit for review when you’re ready. You can save and return as many times as you need.
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.
The call for nominations is open until Sunday, Nov. 6, 2026!
2027 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.