We want to hear from you Are you an individual concerned with invasive species issues?Please answer the questions below to help us understand your interests. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. - Step 1 of 2Name *FirstLastAffiliationOrganization (name)Position TitleEmail *Website / URL (if applicable)Next1. RegulatoryAgencies with regulatory authority over invasive species in British Columbia involves four levels of authority: federal, provincial, local, and Indigenous governments. Do you think that invasive species legislation is necessary to increase effective and successful invasive species management?YesNoIf yes, what is required to enhance authority to be more effective at addressing the threat and impact of invasive species? 2. CollaborationSuccessful invasive species management requires effective communication, cooperation, and coordination among many different levels of government, land management agencies, land users, provincial and regional invasive species organizations, Indigenous groups, researchers, industry organizations, volunteer groups, community groups, and the public.How can collaboration be strengthened among all the parties involved in invasive species management to create a more efficient and inclusive network?3. Introduction and SpreadPrevention is British Columbia’s best and most cost-effective tool for invasive species management and the first step in integrated pest management. Reducing invasive species establishment within British Columbia, requires eliminating the ways by which they spread. What are the key pathways and vectors for spread and how would you prioritize them in importance?4. Effective Control, Restoration, and Monitoring ProgramsTaking field action to address invasive species is central to this Strategy. The control, reduction and elimination of invasive species is most successful when applied with restoration and monitoring strategies.What efforts would be priority to achieving success in effective control, restoration and monitoring? 5. Support and Extend Relevant and Applicable ResearchFuture research efforts require adequate investment and extension. These efforts should expand on existing knowledge while incorporating the needs of resource managers. What invasive species research is required or lacking in BC?6. Stable, Long-Term FundingObtaining adequate, stable, long-term funding for invasive species management is a serious challenge, particularly when the potential economic impacts are not fully understood by all citizens or by all decision-makers. Investing adequate funding now is critical and is an essential aspect of this Strategy. What kind of fundings or funding system would adequately support invasive species requirements in BC?7. Action through Communication and EducationA key component of any Strategy is to encourage positive behavioral changes using an approach that assists residents, youth and visitors to adopt and foster responsible actions that prevent new introductions and minimize the spread of existing invasive species. What are some effective methods to encourage positive and responsible behaviour to eliminate introduction and reduce the spread of invasive species?8. Preparing for Climate Change Resilience and Protecting BiodiversityWhat are some considerations, requirements, and opportunities to create more resilient communities and ecosystems for inevitable changes in climate? 9. 2022 Case StudiesDo you or your organization have any case studies you’d like to share from 2022 that document great work in your area, successes/highlights or lessons learned?10. Other RecommendationsAre they any other recommendations to improve invasives species prevention and management in British Columbia over the next five years? PreviousSubmit
