Publications
Explore Our Research Library, Technical Reports, and Infographics
Invasives Canada provides a collection of research reports, community science insights, and infographics to support learning and action on invasive species management. These resources offer valuable information on public awareness, behaviour change, pathways of spread, and national strategies for combating invasive species.
Reports
To foster dialogue on these interconnected challenges, the Canadian Council on Invasive Species (CCIS) hosted the Wildfires, Climate Change, and Invasive Species Conference on November 19, 2024. This virtual event brought together experts, researchers, policymakers, and community leaders to explore the critical intersections of these global issues.
The Canadian Council on Invasive Species (CCIS) in partnership with the Ontario Invasive Plant Council (OIPC), hosted the National Horticulture and Invasive Species Conference on November 8 to 9, 2023.
In March 2023, Invasives Canada conducted research on general invasive species awareness, behaviour change, and pathways of spread for the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). This report highlights key findings that inform national prevention strategies.
Hosted from June 7–8, 2022, Canada’s 1st National Invasive Species and Climate Change Symposium gathered policymakers, researchers, and practitioners to examine how climate change magnifies invasive species risks. This report summarizes the key insights and recommendations from the event.
This report explores existing community science programs in Canada and beyond, sharing strategies for success, lessons learned, and challenges to better inform future initiatives at both the local and national levels.
Invasives Canada developed a national unwanted plant list by cross-referencing invasive plant lists from councils across Canada and regulated species lists. The report identifies species of high concern that may not yet be widespread but could pose a future threat to Canada’s horticulture and gardening trade.
This survey of Canadians examines three major pathways through which invasive species spread: firewood movement, land-based recreation, and use of watercraft. The findings help inform public awareness campaigns and prevention strategies.
Infographics
2023 National Survey on Invasive Species Awareness, Behaviours, and Pathways
A series of infographics have been developed from the findings of the 2023 National Survey on Invasive Species, conducted for the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. These visuals illustrate key behaviours, awareness levels, and pathways of spread, making complex data easy to understand and share.
