A. Become a Citizen Scientist: Protect Nature Challenge
Citizen science is a great way to explore the natural world all around you and share your findings with Canada’s top researchers.
Report your sightings of birds, bees, butterflies, bats, sharks, whales, worms, frogs, invasive species or species at risk. Test water. Tag a tree. Count fish. Report ice conditions. Observe weather.
Visit the Citizen Science Portal to find projects that fit your interests.
B. Invasive Species along the Niagara Escarpment
This article discusses common invasive species found along the Bruce Trail, explain how you can identify them, and discuss their impacts. For more information: Invasive Species
C. Garlic Mustard Fact Sheet
Fact Sheet – visit Ontario.ca to view the Invasive species fact sheets (PDFs).
Click here for the Garlic Mustard Fact Sheet
D. Invasive Plant Control Council
The Ontario Invasive Plant Council (OIPC) is an incorporated, non-profit, multi-agency organization founded in April 2007 by a group of individuals and organizational representatives who saw the need for a coordinated provincial response to the growing threat of invasive plants. For information on Invasive Plants: OIPC
E. Invasive Species Centre
Pathways are routes by which an invasive species is transferred from one ecosystem to another. Below are some common pathways of spread and how you can help reduce the negative impacts of invasive species on our land and water. For more information: Invasive Species Pathways of Spread