Find a list of upcoming national and international invasive species-related events: Invasive Species Forum – Advancing Community Action Virtual | February 18-20 Invasives Forum 2025 New Westminster, BC | February 24-27, 2025 Nova Scotia Invasive Species Forum Dartmouth, NS | February 27, 2025 Canadian Council on Invasive Species Webinar Series Virtual… Read More
This March, the Canadian Council on Invasive Species will be hosting our annual Webinar Series! As part of Canada’s Invasive Species Awareness Week (February 24 – March 2), CCIS is working to increase awareness about invasive species in Canada through our annual webinar series. This series will bring together experts, researchers, and partners to highlight… Read More
Last month the Canadian Council on Invasive Species (CCIS) hosted the anticipated Wildfires, Climate Change and Invasive Species virtual conference. Over 20 speakers from across Canada and the US shared their research and expertise to an audience of over 300. Attendees represented government, practitioners, non-profits, academia, Indigenous leaders and others. Through engaging discussions, knowledge-sharing, and… Read More
As the leaves change, our Chapters remain active Rolling out fall initiatives and wrapping up a busy season of fieldwork. From coast to coast to coast, they continue to protect and restore local ecosystems with on-the-ground projects and community outreach. Dive into our latest updates to see what they’ve accomplished this past season! The… Read More
Sarah Cusack, Project Coordinator with the New Brunswick Invasive Species Council, using their Mobile Decontamination Unit to clean a boat at local tournament. Invasive Species Councils Take Action to Protect Our Waterways with the Clean, Drain, Dry Program With another busy fishing and boating season ending, boats and docks leave the water as winter approaches…. Read More
Dear CCIS Members, Partners, and Supporters, As the vibrant colours of fall blanket the landscape, it’s a wonderful time to get outdoors and appreciate the beauty of nature. While you’re out on the trails this season, we encourage you to report any sightings of potential invasive plants, insects, or animals and to “Play Clean Go”… Read More
Wildfires, Climate Change and Invasive Species -Registration Open» Full-day conference held virtually November 19th, 2024 Record-breaking wildfire seasons in recent years and the escalating spread of invasive species due to climate change, have demonstrated that fire management must be integrated with invasive alien species management. “Wildfires, Climate Change, and Invasive Species” is more than a… Read More
Summer is in full swing! Our Chapters across the country have been busy in the field and in their communities. Continue reading for updates on the work our Chapters have been engaged in the past few months. The Canadian Council on Invasive Species has established a strong network of chapters spanning across Canada, from coast… Read More
Invasive wild pigs are often regarded as the worst invasive species on the planet, damaging ecosystems, agriculture, and native wildlife on every continent except Antarctica. These destructive animals cause extensive damage to crops, wetlands, and native species, while also spreading diseases. Like other invasive species that don’t recognize property lines and political borders, invasive wild… Read More
CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS (PDF-Shareable) The Canadian Council on Invasive Species is extending our call for presentations! This 1-day virtual conference will bring together government, industry, academia and Indigenous leaders from across Canada and the United States to explore the interplay between climate change, wildfires and invasive species. During the conference, participants will discuss the risks… Read More
