News - Ontario Invasive Plant Council

Our favourite moth is on the move: Researchers need help tracking spread of DSV biocontrol agent

Posted on June 14, 2018 by Colin Cassin

Dog-strangling vine is one of Ontario’s worst invasive plants. It forms dense monocultures that outcompete native vegetation in open and forested habitats and is a serious threat to local biodiversity. To help curb its spread researchers have released a biological control agent that feeds exclusively on DSV. They’ve launched an exciting program to track the […]

OIPC searching for a new Director at Large

Posted on May 9, 2018 (May 9, 2018) by Colin Cassin

The OIPC is searching for our next Director at Large. The nomination period is now open and all potential applicants are asked to visit here for more information. […]

Japanese Knotweed: The Definitive Guide

Posted on September 22, 2017 by Kellie Sherman

Learn more about Japanese knotweed in Great Britain here! […]

OIPC AGM & Invasive Plant Conference

Posted on June 23, 2017 (April 5, 2018) by Colin Cassin

Join the OIPC on October 10 & 11 to share the most current information on invasive plant management across Ontario. […]

Garlic Mustard in Thunder Bay – an Uncommon Occurrence?

Posted on June 20, 2017 (June 21, 2017) by Colin Cassin

Help eradicate garlic mustard from Thunder Bay! […]

EDRR’s Invasive Species Summit for Emerging Environmental Professionals: March 25 2017

Posted on January 23, 2017 (June 23, 2017) by Colin Cassin

Invasive Species Summit for Emerging Environmental Professionals March 25 2017 – Free WHAT: The Summit is back! After a well-attended event in 2016, we’re delighted to host a follow-up workshop in 2017! This free, one-day, student led workshop will cover Ontario’s established and next wave invasive species. All taxa (plants, birds, fish, you name it!) […]

Garden Invaders & Alternatives Tour a Success!

Posted on September 8, 2016 (September 8, 2016) by Colin Cassin

Nearly 50 landscape industry and conservation professionals attended this tour where participants were introduced to invasive plants that have been widely available across Ontario. Conservationists and horticulture industry representatives were able to exchange ideas on how to work collaboratively to address the impact that invasive garden plants have on our natural communities. A huge […]