Invasive Plants
WHAT ARE THEY?
Invasive plants are non-native species that are able to quickly establish and flourish in new areas due to a competitive ability over other vegetation. Invasive plants are non-native and can quickly form extensive and dense infestations.
Invasive species are the second greatest threat to biodiversity after habitat loss
They are a global problem, a Canadian problem, and a British Columbia problem. Understanding their negative impacts on our environment, economy, and health, is a good first step in taking action to stop their spread.
Our Region is 37.6 million ha
%
of BC LAND AREA
PLANT SPECIES
Use our
PLANT GUIDE
to identify
Invasive Plants
LOCAL OUTREACH PROGRAMS – FIND OUT MORE
UPCOMING NEWS AND EVENTS
Farmer’s Market Trail
The NWIPC will be making our way West this coming week and manning a booth at local farmer’s markets in our region.
National Invasive Species Month
May is National Invasive Species Action Month (NISAM)—a time to raise awareness and inspire action against the growing threat of invasive species in Canada.
Changes in Leadership
Our past Executive Director of over 10 years Penni Adams is retiring and moving to Calgary to be close to family.
REPORT INVASIVE SPECIES
With your help we can manage and track the spread of invasive species.Early detection is KEY!