Join Us: Yellow Flag Iris Weed Pull at Little White Lake Date: Thursday, June 12, 2025 Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM Location: Massey Yard (Private Residence), 31XX White Lake Road, White Lake, B.C. Help protect local wetlands by joining CSISS for a community weed pull focused on Yellow Flag Read more
CSISS Updates | Invasive Species Action Month | Whirling Disease Update | Species Spotlight: common periwinkle | Summer Online Workshop Series | Staff Updates for 2025 | Captivating Content | Upcoming Events | Celebrate Invasive Species Action Month with us and learn how to protect the incredible ecosystems that surround us. This Read more
INVASIVE SPECIES PROGRAM ASSISTANT JOB TITLE: Invasive Species Program Assistant JOB REFERENCE: #002 CLOSING DATE: Until position filled EMPLOYMENT DURATION: Immediately – August 30, 2025: 35 hours/week (possibility for extension) HOURLY RATE: $25.50/hour POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 1 JOB LOCATION: Work sites within the Columbia Shuswap Regional District. Main office in Revelstoke, Read more
Join us for a unique, free 3-part online workshop series this summer that explores creative and responsible ways to use invasive plants. In collaboration with invasive species groups across the Columbia Basin, this series blends ecology, conservation, and hands-on learning. Each webinar features expert insights, plant ID tips, sustainable harvesting Read more
This Month, we invite you to celebrate Invasive Species Action Month with us—an opportunity to explore, learn, and protect the incredible ecosystems that surround us. The theme this year is “Small Actions, Big Impact” because even the tiniest steps—like brushing your boots or planting native species—can help stop the spread Read more
Whirling disease, a parasite that attacks juvenile trout and whitefish, has been detected in Kootenay Lake. This invasive pathogen poses a serious threat to B.C.’s fish populations, freshwater ecosystems, and water quality. Join the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society (CSISS), Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society (CKISS), the Province of B.C., Read more
Join the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society (CSISS) for our Land Manager Meeting and Annual General Meeting. This is an important opportunity to collaborate, provide input, and stay informed about invasive species management in our region. Due to overwhelming interest in a virtual AGM and Land Manager Meeting, we have decided Read more
2024 in Review, BC Zebra and Quagga Mussel Free in 2024, Captivating Content and Updates ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ Read more
CSISS 2024 Annual Report: A Year of Growth and Success As we reflect on 2024, CSISS is proud to share the accomplishments of our dedicated team across our aquatic, terrestrial, and outreach programs in the Columbia Shuswap region. It has been an exciting year of growth, collaboration, and impact! Take Read more
Original Source for this information- Province of BC- Information Bulletin: https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2024WLRS0043-001641 Three trout samples taken from the southern arm of Kootenay Lake have tested positive for the parasite responsible for whirling disease. This discovery comes as part of enhanced monitoring efforts initiated earlier this year by the Province of British Read more