Invasive Species Centre https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:53:32 +0000 en-CA hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.1 https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/cropped-ISC_Logo-Large-TRANSPARENT-32x32.png Invasive Species Centre https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca 32 32 Invasive Insect, Spotted Lanternfly, Detected in Ontario and Canada for the First Time https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/invasive-insect-spotted-lanternfly-detected-in-ontario-and-canada-for-the-first-time/ Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:52:21 +0000 https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/?p=44011 A destructive invasive pest, spotted lanternfly, has been detected for the first time in Ontario and Canada. On September 15, 2026, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) confirmed the first detection of spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) in Canada in Windsor, Ontario.   Spotted lanternfly is known to damage and kill grapevines, causing significant impacts for the grape and wine industry. This pest could also have an impact on other crop growers and the horticulture and forestry industries, as well as residential yards and neighbourhood parks. Spotted lanternfly can have widespread economic, ecological, and […]

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]]> Invasive Species Centre and partners taking action on Canada’s only known population of Hydrilla https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/invasive-species-centre-and-partners-taking-action-on-canadas-only-known-population-of-hydrilla/ Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:59:07 +0000 https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/?p=43740 Sault Ste. Marie– The Invasive Species Centre, in collaboration with the Essex Region ConservationAuthority, the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters Foundation (OFAH), and the WaterlooWetland Laboratory at the University of Waterloo, is building on previous monitoring andmanagement efforts through a new multi-year program to control hydrilla (Hydrilla verticillata) inHillman Marsh, Essex County. This initiative […]

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]]> Simple actions to help protect Lake Simcoe this long weekend: Prevent the spread of water soldier  https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/simple-actions-to-help-protect-lake-simcoe/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:36:56 +0000 https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/?p=43228 The Lake Simcoe Water Soldier Working Group is calling on residents and visitors to Lake Simcoe to Clean, Drain, and Dry their watercraft and equipment and report suspected sightings of water soldier outside of Cook’s Bay to prevent the spread of water soldier.   Water soldier is an invasive aquatic plant that can create large dense mats that can limit recreational activities such as swimming, fishing, and […]

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]]> Oak Wilt Economic Case Study https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/oak-wilt-economic-case-study/ Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:20:47 +0000 https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/?p=42950 What is Oak Wilt?  Oak wilt is a vascular disease of oak trees (Quercus spp.) that is caused by the invasive fungal pathogen Bretziella fagacearum. The fungus grows on the outer sapwood of oak trees, stimulating the host’s defense mechanisms which restricts the flow of water and nutrients throughout the xylem. The leaves of infected oaks will start to wilt […]

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]]> Powering community-led action against invasive species through the Invasive Species Action Fund  https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/powering-community-led-action-against-invasive-species-through-the-invasive-species-action-fund/ Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:01:10 +0000 https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/?p=42301 Thanks to an investment from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, the Invasive Species Centre is supporting 112 new projects across Ontario led by municipalities, Indigenous organizations, conservation authorities, community groups, and non-profit organizations on critical invasive species issues through the Invasive Species Action Fund (ISAF).  Invasive species impact lakes, land, forests, and communities, and are the second greatest threat to […]

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]]> Timely, coordinated response, key in successful eradication of Asian longhorned beetle. https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/a-near-miss-how-rapid-response-and-coordinated-efforts-ensured-effective-eradication-of-asian-longhorned-beetle-in-ontario/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:20:35 +0000 https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/?p=42060 A Near Miss: How rapid response and coordinated efforts ensured effective eradication of Asian longhorned beetle in Ontario Written by: Adam Gouge, Invasive Species Centre Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) (Anoplophora glabripennis), is a species of voracious tree feeding insect native to parts of Asia, with the potential to cause large scale damage to populations of […]

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]]> Clean, drain, and dry your watercraft to protect Lake Simcoe from the impacts of water soldier https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/clean-drain-and-dry-your-watercraft-to-protect-lake-simcoe-from-the-impacts-of-water-soldier/ Thu, 14 May 2026 17:40:26 +0000 https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/?p=41552 Residents and visitors are being called on to help protect Lake Simcoe from water soldier, a fast-spreading invasive aquatic plant. It’s ability to spread quickly along shorelines and in shallow waters can limit recreational activities such as swimming, fishing, and boating, and is even a human health risk, as the plant has sharp, serrated leaves […]

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]]> 5 Reasons You Should Go to ICAIS 2026  https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/5-reasons-you-should-go-to-icais-2026/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:26:38 +0000 https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/?p=40550 The 24th International Conference on Aquatic Invasive Species will take place from August 23 – 27th in Belfast, Northern Ireland . Below are 5 reasons to join us this summer!   1. Gain new insights and learn about global issues on aquatic invasive species (AIS) from the most comprehensive international forum The International Conference on Aquatic Invasive Species […]

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]]> Art exhibition at Evergreen Brick Works raises awareness of potential spotted lanternfly impacts https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/art-exhibition-at-evergreen-brick-works-raises-awareness-of-potential-spotted-lanternfly-impacts/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:13:10 +0000 https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/?p=40310 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 is part of Evergreen Brick Works’ Earth Month programming and will be on display from […]

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]]> Invitational Request for Proposal (RFP) https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/invitational-request-for-proposal-rfp/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:53:49 +0000 https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/?p=40189 External Audit Services – Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2027 The Invasive Species Centre (ISC) is seeking proposals from qualified Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) firms to provide external audit services for a three-year term (FYE 2027–2029), with an option to renew. Why this engagement may be of interest: Proposal Submission Details: Please reach out to […]

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