Invasive Species

Report a sighting!

Information Sheets:

• Asian Long Horned Beetle
• Invasive Phragmites
• European Gypsy Moth
• Hogweed

Action Plans:

• Boating Action Plan
• Gardeners Action Plan
• Cottagers Action Plan
• Hikers Action Plan

Links and Resources:

• Invading Species Awareness Program
• Invasive Species Centre
• Ontario Invasive Plant Council
• Federation of Ontario Cottagers’ Association
• Invasive species in Ontario
• Invasive Species Strategic Plan
• Full list of tracked species
• New Guide For Watercraft Users
• Noxious Weeds in Ontario – OMFRA

Help protect our natural vegetation and wildlife by identifying invasive species, reporting sightings, and stopping the spread

• by phone: call the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters’ Invading Species Hotline at Toll-free: 1-800-563-7711
• online: through EDDMapS Ontario, a web-based mapping system
• on your mobile: download the EDDMapS Ontario app on your mobile phone (iOS or Android)

Learn more about how and what to report.

Report Illegal Activity

Call Toll-free: 1-877-847-7667 to report any illegal activity involving invasive species to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry.

You can also call Crime Stoppers at Toll-free: 1-800-222-8477 if you wish to remain anonymous.