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Invasive species
With your help, we can manage and track the spread of invasives.
OUR MANDATE
Is to minimize the threat of invasive species.
That impact the environment,the economy, and the human health in the Sea to Sky corridor.
Our Programs
Inventory, control and monitoring.
At locations throughout the Sea to Sky Corridor.
Invasive plant project areas surveyed
Hours spent on invasive species management
Invasive plant project areas showing zero regrowth
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The Sea to Sky Invasive Species Council
SSISC is a local environmental charity dedicated to protecting the Sea to Sky region from invasive species. Through education, reporting, fieldwork, and community partnerships, we help safeguard local ecosystems, economies, and community health — and invite everyone to be part of the solution.
Latest News & Insights
Guess That Plant!
I have dark green, leathery leaves, and all of my plant parts are poisonous. What am I?
Done and Dusted: Banish Burdock 2026!
October marks the end of our 2026 season of Banish Burdock. How did our volunteers get on?
How to Cultivate an Invasive-Free Fall in 5 Simple Steps
It’s crazy how quickly fall can creep up on you, scary even! While we can never truly prepare for another year of removing invasive plants,…
Guess That Plant!
I have light purple flowers and black tips on my flower bracts, giving me a spotted appearance. What am I?
September Weed Pull Wrap-Up
The Outreach team was busy this September! In the last two weeks, we hosted four invasive plant removal and replanting events throughout the region.
Invasive Species Alert – Cabomba
A new aquatic invasive plant has been confirmed in the Lower Mainland. Read on to find out where it’s from, what it looks like, and…
Featured Invasives
Chinese Mystery Snail
The Chinese mystery snail is an invasive invertebrate that spreads via boats and gear, and is released into water bodies. It alters water quality and outcompetes native snail species for food.
Japanese, Giant, Bohemian and Himalayan Knotweed
Knotweeds are invasive plants that spread by root and stem fragments, forming dense stands that damage infrastructure and displace native plants.
Yellow Lamium
Yellow Lamium is an invasive groundcover that spreads through gardens, yard waste and stem fragments, outcompeting native plants in forested areas.
