INVASIVES 2016

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INVASIVES 2016

February 2, 2016 - February 3, 2016

The Invasive Species Council of BC’s Annual Forum and AGM.

Participants can choose from three Pre-forum Workshops:

  1. Local Government Workshop: Sharing of Solutions & Strategies
  2. Aboriginal Workshop: Building the Future
  3. Planning and Prevention: Invasive Plants in BC

Enjoy two days of engaging sessions on a variety of topics: 

  • Hear from leaders in industry about their trials and tribulations;
  • Learn about invasive species’ threats to some of BC’s species-at-risk;
  • Hear from federal and provincial government updates;
  • Hear from local and provincial government updates on their partnerships and strategies;
  • Look at successful programs and initiatives;
  • Take part in ‘Speedy Sessions’ with one-on-one dialogue on high interest topics;
  • Learn about effective soil disposal initiatives and reducing soil contamination
  • And more!!

Following the 2-day forum, attend a special workshop, Early Detection, Rapid Response Boot Camp
Thursday, February 4th 2015, 9:00 – 3:00pm. Find out more about BC’s plans for responding quickly and efficiently to high impact invasive species before they become established.

 

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Start:
February 2, 2016
End:
February 3, 2016
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Venue

Pacific Gateway Hotel
3500 Cessna Drive
Richmond, BC V7B 1C7 Canada
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