Featured Event
April 27, 2024: Join CKISS at the Blewett Volunteer Fire Department Open House
Are you concerned about invasive plants on your property that could pose a fire hazard? Or perhaps you’re looking to revamp your garden with plants that are suited for the Central Kootenay region and address climate change, water, and fire issues? CKISS has got you covered! We’re excited to announce that CKISS will be at … Read more
April 13, 2024: Spring & Garden Market. CKISS presents Plantwise Gardening Workshop & Outreach Booth
Join the Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society (CKISS) at the Spring & Garden Market hosted by the Trail’s IncEDIBLE Farmers Market for an engaging mini-workshop on PlantWise and Eco Friendly Gardening. In this 30-minute session, we’ll explore how simple it is to adopt eco-friendly practices in your garden while showcasing the CKISS PlantWise & Eco … Read more
April 17, 2024 : CKISS Land Managers Meeting
We are holding our annual Land Managers meeting on April 17th at 9:30am – 12:00 pm PST. The event will be held virtually this year. The purpose of the meeting is to share work plans relating to invasive plant management for the coming season and any invasive plant issues of note from last year, and … Read more
February 26-29, 2024: INVASIVES 2024 Annual Forum & AGM
Join the ISCBC in New Westminster this February as they bring together invasive species practitioners, researchers, community leaders, Indigenous voices, ranchers, foresters, and the broader public. The 2024 agenda features keynote speakers, concurrent sessions, lightning talks, and speedy sessions. All filled with valuable insights! For more info and to register click here. Read more
January 30 & 31, 2024: International Invasive Species and Climate Change Conference
The Regional Invasive Species and Climate Change (RISCC) Management Network is organizing the INAUGURAL International Invasive Species and Climate Change Conference (IISCCC), scheduled for January 30 and 31, 2024. This groundbreaking conference will be hosted virtually, providing a unique opportunity for a global audience to participate and contribute to the discussion on invasive species and … Read more
December 13, 2023: Webinar, Horticulture in a Changing Climate: Smart Garden Choices to Prevent Plant Invasions
Join the Northwest Regional Invasive Species and Climate Change (NW RISCC) Network for an enlightening webinar on “Horticulture in a Changing Climate: Smart Garden Choices to Prevent Plant Invasions”! When: December 13, 1pm-2pm PT Where: Virtual via Zoom Cost: Free! Sign up here: Click here to register Discover the impact of a changing climate on plant invasions and … Read more
December 7, 2023: Virtual Event: Annual Biocontrol Summit: Using Weed Biocontrol to Reduce Wildfire Risk and Mitigate Wildfire Impacts
The North American Invasive Species Management Association’s 4th Annual Weed Biocontrol Summit will be held virtually on December 7, 2023, from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm CST. The Biocontrol Summit communicates the latest in classical weed biocontrol research to North American invasive plant managers and educators and aims to connect researchers to on-the-ground practitioners. This … Read more
November 8-9, 2023 – Pathways to Change: Horticulture & Invasive Species Virtual Conference
Attention growers, landscapers, retailers, master gardeners, farmers, fruit and vegetable growers, government agencies, environmental organizations, Indigenous partners, organizations, and gardening rookies this event is for you! The first national Horticulture and Invasive Species Conference in Canada presented by the Canadian Council on Invasive Species is coming up in November 2023! CKISS is planning to attend … Read more
October 11, 2023 – Native Planting Day at Hunter Siding Wetland – Volunteers Wanted!
We are looking for volunteers to join CKISS and the Slocan Lake Stewardship Society for a day of native planting and maintenance at the Hunter Siding Wetland Enhancement site that is part of the Bonanza Biodiversity Corridor Project. The wetland in this area support a wide range of ecosystems and wildlife habitats in the Slocan … Read more