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Nearly $3 million invested to groups fighting invasive plants

To deal with invasive plants, the province is investing millions to groups fighting against the plants.

The BC Government will give $2.89 million to 33 groups ranging from regional committees to environmental groups to local governments to support programs and actions focused on fighting against invasive plants.

They say these plants can disrupt ecosystems, lower biodiversity, increase soil erosion, affect agriculture production and water quality, and be a possible health risk to people and animals.

Executive Director of Invasive Species Council of BC Gail Wallin says the plants are spreading not just in BC, but also across the country.

“They are estimated to cost us over $2 billion in losses annually,” said Wallin.

“As many invasive species are intentionally introduced through activities, such as gardening or moved by tires, it is critical to stop the spread of invasive plants through increased awareness and adopting responsible practices.”

Minister of Forests Ravi Parmar says collaborating is key as no one person, group, or government can control invasive plants alone.

Through the funding, the groups would be supported as they focus on some targeted plant species including Japanese, Bohemian, Common Tansy, Garlic Mustard, and Poison Hemlock.

Two of the groups come from Vancouver Island. Comox Valley Regional District will get $14,000, while the municipality of North Cowichan gets $15,000.

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