Why we should follow these steps to protect our water systems By East Kootenay Invasive Species Council Like many outdoor enthusiasts in the Kootenays, if…
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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 mussels monitoring continues in region
More than 10 lakes in the East Kootenay will be sampled for invasive Zebra and Quagga mussels this year, thanks to a $17,305 grant approved…
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…
More resources needed to stop invasive species
MLA report By Norm Macdonald Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA Across our area this summer, we saw an incredible number of visitors. It was wonderful to see…
Max action required on zebra and quagga mussels
MLA Report By Norm Macdonald, Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA On the May long weekend in Alberta, a boat infested with zebra and quagga mussels was stopped…
Important first step: Macdonald
The launch of a new $1 million plus program designed to establish early detection and immediate response to sightings of zebra and quagga mussels in…
Spring session opportunity to have issues raised
MLA Report By Norm Macdonald, Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA On February 10, the British Columbia Legislature will re-open for the Spring session which will continue through…