Invasive plants pose a significant threat to Alberta’s ecosystems, agriculture, and economy, often spreading in areas where traditional control methods are difficult or unsuitable. Maintaining effective, long-term management requires coordination between research, policy, and on-the-ground action.
When federal delivery of biological control programs was no longer sustainable, the Alberta Invasive Species Council stepped in to ensure this critical work could continue. They coordinate the collection, redistribution, and release of insects that naturally target specific invasive plants across the province, bridging the gap between scientific research and real-world application.
To date, the program has supported more than 1,700 releases and built a network of over 45 partners working collaboratively across Alberta. These efforts are reducing reliance on chemical controls, protecting sensitive landscapes, and enabling long-term, self-sustaining management of invasive species at a provincial scale.
