Best Management Practices Guides

The Invasive Species Council of Metro Vancouver in conjunction with Metro Vancouver has created the following Best Management Practices (BMPs) Guides for the treatment of select invasive species. These are the same best practices Coastal ISC follows in its operational work. Invasive species are hard to control and a multi-year, multi-method approach is always recommended.

While the following documents are geared towards technicians, the same strategies can be used on your own property. Always ensure to follow all provincial and local legislation, especially around the use of pesticides and around waterways. Note that in order to apply pesticides, you must be a certified pesticide applicator. For some pesticides, this is a free online course and for others, this requires a more intensive course and licensing. Always read and follow the label.

Please dispose of invasive plant matter responsibly. Bagged and taken to the landfill is the recommended approach. Click here for more information on disposal.

Invasive Plants

Giant Hogweed

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Himalayan Blackberries

Best Management Practices
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Knotweeds

Best Management Practices
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Himalayan Balsam

Best Management Practices
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Bindweed

Best Management Practices
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English Ivy

Best Management Practices
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Daphne/Spurge Laurel

Best Management Practices

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English Holly

Best Management Practices
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Scotch Broom

Best Management Practices
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Yellow Archangel

Best Management Practices
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Wild Chervil

Best Management Practices
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Aquatic Species

Reed Canary Grass

Best Management Practices
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Parrot’s Feather

Best Management Practices
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Yellow Flag Iris

Best Management Practices
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Purple Loosestrife

Best Management Practices
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Invasive Animals

American Bullfrog

Best Management Practices
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European Chafer Beetle

Best Management Practices
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European Fire Ant

Best Management Practices
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