The Invasive Species Centre …

The Invasive Species Centre (ISC) is a not-for-profit organization established by the Ontario and Canadian Governments to coordinate projects and connect stakeholders, knowledge and technology to prevent and reduce the spread of invasive species that harm Canada’s environment, economy and society. We are pleased to have the opportunity to provide feedback on ERO #019-1163. A general recommendation for invasive species management is “early detection and rapid, sustained response.” In Ontario, there are strong monitoring and detection programs in place, but a lack of tools, information, and resources available for rapid response. These plans lay a strong foundation for response on two priority species. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry should consider developing similar response plans for all species regulated under the Invasive Species Act. With just under 10 years of experience working with the Province of Ontario on key invasive species issues the ISC is pleased to see these proposed actions. We would also like to offer any assistance that we could provide with these actions.

Our supporting document provides further detail of our comments on the proposals of each management plan.