The Columbia Basin Invasive Species Groups: Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society (CKISS), East Kootenay Invasive Species Council (EKISC), Northwest Invasive Plant Council (NWIPC) and the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society (CSISS) met up in Rossland for three days of meetings, training and program development. Staff shared resources and worked hard Read more…
For the full report with photos, maps and descriptions of our 2015 programs please click here. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY April 2015 marked the start of the third operational season of the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society (CSISS). Since its inception, the Society has actively pursued the goals identified in the 2013 Read more…
Last week, invasive species across the continent were discussed by land managers and stakeholders at the North American Invasive Species Association (NAISMA) Conference in Vancouver, BC. Our regional committee, the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society was highlighted at the BC Feature Night of the conference. Some highlights of the conference Read more…
Our 2015 AGM was September 22, 2015 at the CSRD Salmon Arm office (555 Harbourfront Drive NE, Salmon Arm). The AGM was paired with an Aquatic Invasive Species Forum, showcasing demonstrations from the CSRD Eurasian Milfoil program, and provincial boat wash inspection and decontamination crew. For Full Meeting notes click Read more…
B.C. GETS BOOST IN FIGHT AGAINST INVASIVE MUSSELS VICTORIA – Columbia Basin Trust is helping the province to double the number of mobile decontamination units aimed at stopping invasive mussels from entering British Columbia waterways, thanks to $360,000 in new funding. This new partnership, in the Ministry of Environment Read more…
May/June: CSISS School Programs, City Council Delegations, and Plant ID Training Sessions for Highway Contractors, Stewardship groups, Municipal Staff and other interested organizations. Please be in touch if you would like a training session or workshop for your staff. May 28, 2015: Invasive Species Information Forum hosted by the Wetland Alliance Read more…
Thanks to generous support of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, CSISS is pleased to announce the acquisition of a new vehicle. This vehicle will enhance our capacity to support invasive species awareness and education thought out the region. Look for us at community events, parks, boat launches and roadsides, as Read more…
With the support of the Columbia Basin Trust (CBT), the Central Kootenay Invasive Plant Council (CKIPC), East Kootenay Invasive Plant Council (EKIPC), Northwest Invasive Plant Council (NWIPC) and CSISS have embarked on a Columbia Basin Invasive Species Collaboration to enhance both aquatic and terrestrial programming throughout the Basin. On the Read more…
The CSISS has several job opportunities available for the 2015 operational season including: 1) Program Assistant (April-September 2015) 1-2) Summer Student position(s) (May-August 2015) Please note that positions are funding dependent and all postings close March 22nd, 2015. For more information, see full job posting: CSISS Program Assistant Job Posting
Our partner, the Invasive Species Council of BC (ISCBC) is hosting its 10th Annual Forum coming up in late January. All are welcome! CSISS will be in attendance to learn about the latest in invasive species action across the province. More information about the Forum including registration information can be Read more…