NWIPC

🌱 Help protect nature by cleaning your boots, gear, and furry friends after every adventure. Let’s keep wild spaces thriving! 💚 Learn more: bit.ly/3Ehk7nq

It’s been a while since we’ve introduced ourselves, so here is some information on who the NWIPC are & what we do! Stay tuned on social media for any upcoming events we’ll attend or host & please don’t hesitate to reach out with questions/concerns! We’d love to hear from you!

Non-native species in our waterways can outcompete native life and damage ecosystems, which is why it’s so important to follow suggested actions: •Clean, drain and dry •Check and follow regulations •Learn to ID aquatic invasive species Small steps protect big places!

This week highlights how water-based activities can unintentionally spread invasive species between waterways. Simple actions like cleaning and drying gear can make a big difference! #invasivespecies #bcisam2025 #SmallActionsBigImpact #nisam2025

Together, we can protect British Columbia’s natural beauty from Japanese beetles! 🧺 Shake it before you take it 🌱 Leave soil on site 👀 Check your vehicles and equipment for pests 🔊 Report any sightings to the #CFIA: bit.ly/4e7sBgZ

Detailed info about NWIPC position postings Executive Director nwipc.org/news/nwipc-exe… Education Assistant nwipc.org/news/edcuation…

The NWIPC has two contract positions open. Executive Director - on going and Education Assistant - summer part time. Contact manager@nwipc.org.

It's Play Clean Go week across Canada! Help prevent the spread of invasive species.

NOTICE: The BC Report a Weed app has been retired! The new app called “Report Invasives BC” is similar and works in the same way but includes all non-native species (plants, animals. insects, etc.) and can be downloaded for iOS and Android app stores.

We are almost at the end of #InvSpWk ! We need to keep on top of #InvasiveSpecies to protect our #biodiversity. It costs so much in so many ways if we don't. #NISAW

SSISC is hiring multiple Invasive Species Crew Members 🌿 For more details and the application form, head to ssisc.ca/2021jobs 🌻 Deadline to apply is March 4th 🌻 #joinourteam #bcinvasives #seatoskyjobs #squamishjobs #whistlerjobs #pembertonjobs #hiring

English holly (Ilex aquifolium) and English ivy (Hedera helix) are two common sights during the holidays, but did you know they are also invasive to British Columbia? Learn more at ow.ly/nogX50CSuax

"The impact of introduced plants on native biodiversity has emerged as a hot-button issue in ecology." Is the spread of invasive plants a contributor to "insect apocalypse" and "bird armageddon"? Read more from @YaleE360 at e360.yale.edu/features/how-n…

We are hiring! Our Field Coordinator position for 2021 is open, and the application deadline of Dec 31, 2020 (4:00pm (PST)) is coming soon! See nwipc.org/files/public/ for further information.

Correction - the application deadline is Dec 31, 2020

Work opportunity with the NWIPC! Our Field Coordinator position is open for 2021. Application deadline is Dec 28, 2020 at 4:00pm (PST). See nwipc.org/files/public/ for further information.

Once playtime is over, boot brush stations empower recreationists to take action in helping prevent the spread of pesky invasive hitchhikers. Learn more: bit.ly/3bDT5p2 #PlayCleanGo

Partnerships are the way to go, especially in our vast region. Thank you to all our partners!