Natural disasters such as storms, earthquakes and wildfires are widely recognized for their devastating economic impacts. A new study released on March 17, 2023, revealed that biological invasions from invasive species are as economically devastating as these more well-known phenomena, Continue Reading
Spring is here, and summer camping is on the horizon. You might have already made a couple of campsite reservations, anticipating peaceful days fishing out on the lake and evenings by the campfire. While camping is a bona fide way Continue Reading
Invasive Species Awareness Week is a collaborative campaign focused on raising awareness about invasive species and how to protect Canada’s natural spaces. The Biodiversity Education and Awareness Network, Ducks Unlimited Canada, Federation of Ontario Cottagers’ Association, Forests Ontario, Invasive Species Continue Reading
The Invasive Species Centre hosted the 4th annual Invasive Species Forum, ‘Invasive Species Action in a Changing Climate,’ virtually from February 7-9 in partnership with Ontario’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. The Forum brought together invasive species experts including Continue Reading
Posted January 2023 | Last updated July 2024 You’ve probably heard this from us before: if you see an invasive species, report it to the web-based mapping system EDDMapS. Reports allow for early detection and response, which can lead to Continue Reading
The Invasive Species Centre will participate in the 15th Conference of the Parties (COP15) to the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity taking place December 7th to 19th in Montréal, Quebec. Alien invasive species are non-native organisms that are introduced Continue Reading
Climate change and invasive species are both major drivers of biodiversity loss worldwide. These drivers pose a pressing threat not only to global ecosystems but also to the vital services which they provide. Species invasions can be amplified by climate Continue Reading
In July 2022, Entomological Societies of Canada and America (ESC and ESA) adopted the name northern giant hornet as the new common name for the species Vespa mandarinia. The northern giant hornet was first sighted in Washington State, USA, and Continue Reading
A new population of invasive spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) has been found in Buffalo, New York. More than 100 Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) adults have been discovered in the city since September 9, 2022. While spotted lanternfly has not yet been Continue Reading
The focus of this workshop is the spotted lanternfly, an invasive pest spreading in nearby U.S. states. Although not currently established in Canada, if spotted lanternfly were to establish, it could cause immense damage to Ontario grapevines, tender fruit orchards, hops, Continue Reading
