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A Canada where land and water are protected from invasive species.

The Invasive Species Centre was created in 2011 to be a leader in coordinating efforts among stakeholders to prevent, detect, respond to, and control land and water-based invasive species that threaten Canada’s environment, economy and
social well-being. The Invasive Species Centre has invested almost $3.3 Million on 128 projects to generate new knowledge and information that has been translated into practical tools, practices, marketing campaigns and innovations in the fight against invasive species. As the risks posed by invasive species continue to rise, the Invasive Species Centre has been charting a course for its future to ensure that its priorities, actions, and investments in research, outreach and education continue to make
valuable impacts at the landscape level as well as support government policy, advance knowledge, and educate Canadians.

11/03/2026

When leaves aren't available, use the bark as an identification feature!
As ash trees mature, their bark tells a story. Black ash develops corky, scaly bark that becomes flaky and irregular over time, while other ash species, like green ash, develop bark that is characterized by deep ridges and furrows. A helpful memory trick is to remember “Black Flakes Fast”.
Help us map and conserve black ash across Ontario! Join the Ontario Black Ash Inventory project on iNaturalist and submit your observations. Your sightings support black ash conservation efforts against emerald ash borer and help inform seed collection work led by the Black Ash Community Action Network. https://bit.ly/3QW31EM

11/02/2026

Calling all recreationalists! | We need your responses in an ongoing survey to help us better understand invasive species knowledge in Ontario and inform future programs and communications promoting Clean, Drain, Dry practices.

Together, we can help protect lakes, rivers, and natural environments in Ontario - and beyond - from invasive species.

Take the survey by Friday, Dec. 4: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3C6HY8L

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from all of us at the ISC 🎃👻 Wishing everyone a fun, safe and spooky Halloween!

10/30/2026

Some people are scared of ghosts, but we're more scared of invasive species!😱🪲🌱

10/30/2026

One of our talented team members, Taylor G., is spreading awareness of invasive species this Halloween 🎃
If you see an invasive species, don't get spooked! Remember to take clear photos and report it to eddmaps.org, inaturalist.org, or the Invading Species Hotline: 1-800-563-7711

10/29/2026

ONTARIO MUNICIPAL EXPENDITURES SURVEY REMINDER 🪲🌿🌾 Ever wondered about the impact of invasive species at the municipal level in Ontario? We're calling on all municipalities in Ontario to report their expenditures, identify their priority invasive species, and help contribute to this important dataset📝

BONUS - Municipalities completing the survey will be entered into a draw to win a boot brush station for their community! Please visit our website for more information and to access the survey. The deadline for completion of this survey is Monday, November 30: https://bit.ly/4st8UrE

This work is being completed with support from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources.

10/29/2026

📢 One Last Day to Submit Your Presentations!

There’s just one day left to submit your presentation proposals for the 2027 Invasive Species Forum

We’re inviting submissions on a range of topics, including:

- Invasive species policy and innovative solutions
- Aquatic and terrestrial invasives
- Phragmites and other plants
- Education, outreach, and community science
- Economic impacts
- Research, government updates, and horizon scanning

Deadline to submit is 11:59 p.m. on Friday, October 30th, 2026. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your work and help advance invasive species management across Canada.

👉 Learn more here: https://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/events/invasive-species-forum/

10/29/2026

👻Ghost your ex, not native species!

Help protect ecosystems in Ontario by learning how to prevent the spread of invasive species 🌱🪲

10/28/2026

Follow this furry friend's lead and help prevent the spread of invasive species while you're out on the trail this fall 🐶🍂

🎃 Dressed up as a witch, NOT a pest taxi! 🚕🐛🚫

Your dog might bring back more than muddy paws from a fall walk. 🍂

Invasive seeds and pests can hitch a ride on fur, clothing and gear — spreading to new areas and putting forests, gardens and crops at risk.

Before leaving the trail:

🐾 Check your furry trick-or-treater’s paws, legs and belly.

🪮 Brush off seeds and plant debris.

🥾 Check your own clothing, footwear and gear.

…then it’s home for treats (and more compliments on their costume)! 🧡

👻 More tips to give unwanted hitchhikers a fright: https://ow.ly/ig9P5101HnW

10/28/2026

This week, we have David D., ISC Entomology Technician, emceeing the 50th Forest Health Review! Over the next two days, experts will cover topics about the current state of Ontario's forests, including forest health conditions, forest invasive pests, current and upcoming forest pest management programs, and recent advancements in research.

Address

1219 Queen Street East
Sault Sainte Marie, ON
P6A2E5

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+17055415790

Website

http://www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/

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