Pre-Forum Updates, Clean Drain Dry Partners Wanted, Register for Feb 20 Atlantic Salmon Webinar

January 30, 2019 e-Bulletin: Pre-Forum Focus

Greetings!

There's less than one week to go to INVASIVES 2019 - the Invasive Species Council of BC's Annual Forum & AGM - read the latest updates. We invite you to provide your input on our 2019 Action Plan; read about the exciting new National Clean Drain Dry program being piloted in BC and partnership opportunities; and learn about the next webinar - What's the catch with Atlantic Salmon in the Pacific Ocean? Register for our February 20th webinar to find out more!

INVASIVES 2019 Program - Mobile Website Launched!

We are pleased to launch a new mobile website for the INVASIVES 2019 Program. This smartphone-optimized website displays the content found in the printed INVASIVES 2019 program in a easy to navigate, mobile-friendly way and is available to use now. To access the mobile website:

Open (or type) cumulus.encore-us.com in your smartphone's web browser
Enter event ID: 0807-5093

You can also view the full INVASIVES 2019 Program in booklet form online where you can find agendas, presenter biographies and abstracts (including posters).

INVASIVES 2019 Program

Did you know that you don't even have to attend the INVASIVES 2019 Forum & AGM to register for the Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Workshop on Feb 7 at the Pacific Gateway Hotel in Richmond, BC? Hear from a host of experts including the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, the Royal BC Museum and the BC Conservation Office. The full agenda for the AIS Workshop is now available online . Read more and register today !

Call for Input on ISCBC's 2019 Action Plan

ISCBC’s 2017-2021 Business Plan identifies two key directions that guide our work. All of our Council programs and initiatives support one or both of these key directions. Read the actions which have been identified as a priority and funds have been secured for their completion in 2019. After reviewing the actions, please complete the online survey intended to provide direction to ISCBC on 2019 programming as well as overall feedback on the work of the Council. You may complete this survey as an individual or on behalf of an organization. The survey includes 10 questions and will take approximately 10 minutes to complete. Thank you in advance for your input.

Provide Input on 2019 Action Plan

Spotlight on INVASIVES 2019 Session: Changing Climates

One of the most anticipated sessions of the Forum is "Changing Climates" which includes three presentations:

Predicted Hot Spots for Marine Aquatic Invasions in the Arctic; Jésica Goldsmit, Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada/Laval University
Are Recent Extreme Fire Seasons in BC Attributable to Human-induced Climate Change? Nathan Gillett, Environment and Climate Change Canada
Invasive Plants on our Doorstep: What a Warmer and More Extreme Climate Could Bring to British Columbia; David Clements, Trinity Western University

Don't miss out, register today!

Notice of Annual General Meeting: Feb 6, 2019

All members of the Invasive Species Council of BC are invited to join us for the 2019 Annual General Meeting at the Pacific Gateway Hotel in Richmond, BC. The AGM will include a financial report, election of Directors and a report on the past year’s progress of the Council. Please join us on February 6 at 8:30 am.

Don't Forget to Register for FREE Forum Parking

If you're arriving at the Pacific Gateway Hotel by car, pre-register your vehicle for complimentary parking by clicking here and entering your license plate. Parking for this event is valid from February 3 at 7:00 am - February 10, 2019 at 11:59 pm.

Join the Invasive Species Council of BC Today!

Did you know that ISCBC has one or five year membership options available? Member benefits include event discounts, reduced rates for training courses, free resources and more! Join now and receive membership for the remainder of 2018/19 term along with your 2019/2020 membership.Current memberships expire Feb 7, 2019. If you're not sure if you are a current member just ask us by replying to this email.

Read More and Join ISCBC Today

Our Wednesday lunch-time webinar series continues in 2019 with an update on Atlantic Salmon in the Pacific Ocean with Nathan Blasco of Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada. Register today for the Feb 20th webinar to learn about how the coordinated efforts of individuals and groups contributing to the Atlantic Salmon Watch Program has resulted in the collection of nearly 20 years of data on escaped Atlantic salmon from all over the coast of British Columbia. This information, combined with available scientific literature helps to understand the potential impacts of escapes from the past to the present. Read more and register today!

Japanese Beetle Education Opportunities in Vancouver

Japanese beetle is an invasive insect that was detected in British Columbia for the first time in 2017 in the False Creek area of Vancouver. The adult beetles attack the flowers, foliage and fruit of more than 250 plant species, while the larvae feed on the roots of turf grass and other plants. Japanese beetle poses serious environmental and economic threats within BC. In 2018, partners including Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Ministry of Agriculture, City of Vancouver and the Invasive Species Council of BC collaborated on management efforts to quickly treat and contain the beetle.

ISCBC Is offering Japanese beetle education and outreach opportunities to interested groups. Event options range from casual discussions to more formal presentations and are available in the Vancouver area January - April. If your company, team, or organization would like to know more about Japanese Beetle and its management in Vancouver contact Nicholas Wong at projects@bcinvasives.ca or ( 604) 716-7544 today!

Schedule Your Japanese Beetle Education Event