Watercraft-inspection stations are critical to the provincial government’s Invasive Mussel Defence Program that is working to protect BC waterways from zebra and quagga mussels. A…
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B.C. and partners step up fight against invasive mussels
The annual battle against keeping invasive mussels out of B.C. continues. The B.C. government, Columbia Basin Trust, BC Hydro and conservation organizations announced April 30…
Invasive mussels successfully held at bay
Support for the Invasive Mussel Defence Program keeps B.C. waters healthy The best offense is a good defence when it comes to invasive species, because…
We must remain vigilant with invasive species
Letter to the Editor As British Columbians, we all value the province’s rich, diverse wildlife and marine habitats, and recognize that invasive species are a…
Invasive species programs tackle tiny invaders
Inspection stations are now open throughout the province to prevent harmful zebra and quagga mussels from hitching a ride on boats and entering B.C. waterways….
Invasive Mussel Defence program resuming
Boat inspection stations are opening at various locations throughout the province to prevent harmful zebra and quagga mussels from hitching a boat ride and entering…
BCCOS adds second detection dog
Sgt. Cynthia Mann can’t stop gushing about her new partner. He loves to work, has a goofball personality and a knack for detecting unusual smells…
Mussel inspection station for Yahk
As boating season approaches, the B.C. government is once again adding to its arsenal in the fight to keep B.C. invasive mussel free. The provincial…
Permanent stations for Cranbrook, Invermere
Lakes and rivers in the East Kootenay will benefit from a $2-million boost to the province’s invasive mussel defence program that will see eight permanent…