The Invasive Species Council of BC is hosting our exciting annual Invasives 2014 Public Forum on January 21st and 22nd . In addition we are holding an informative and interesting Post-Forum Horticulture Workshop on January 23rd from 8:30am to 4:30pm. We hope to see you there! If you have not already done so please visit our website to register: https://www.regonline.com/register/checkin.aspx?eventid=1307915&ResponseMemberId=&jID=1380660
INVASIVE SPECIES COUNCIL OF BC'S
2014 Forum and AGM is almost here!
January 21st and 22nd, 2014
Delta Vancouver Airport Hotel, Richmond BC
We are excited to remind you that ISCBC's 2014 Forum and AGM takes place on January 21st and 22nd, 2014. If you have already registered, thank-you, and we look forward to seeing you soon! If you haven't registered, there's still time!
Don’t miss the Post-Forum Horticulture Workshop on January 23rd (8:30-4:30pm)!
LEADING THE WAY IN HORTICULTURE: DEALING WITH INVASIVE PLANTS
Session 1: BC Weed Control Regulation Revisions: A close look at the proposed changes to the species lists
Speaker from Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (overview of proposed species and
consultation process)
Session 2: Understanding Behavior Change and it’s link to Horticulture
An informative session to explore the principles behind Community-Based Social Marketing as it applies to invasive species.
Session 3: Industry as Leaders
Speakers will provide an overview of recent horticulture industry initiatives to reduce the spread of invasive plants across gardens and landscapes.
Session 4: Gardening as a Pathway
Speakers will discuss initiatives to work with the public and gardeners to reduce the spread of invasive plants in gardening practices.
Session 5: Moving Forward: Building Next Steps for Industry
Panel discussion with industry leaders on moving forward to support the leading edge role of industry in reducing the spread.
For access to the online Agenda, please visit: http://www.bcinvasives.ca/special-highlights/2014-january-educational-forum
