2023 ANNUAL REPORT S in m

As we reflect on all that we accomplished in 2023, it is with sincere gratitude to our Board for their guidance and direction, and with genuine thanks to the tenacity and clear commitment of our staff, the support of our donors, and the enthusiasm of our volunteers that we can look ahead with optimism to another robust year and all the possibility it holds. [...] In 2023, we provided submissions to the BC Coastal Marine Strategy, Canada’s 2030 Biodiversity Strategy, and gave input to Environment and Climate Change Canada to consider in their position paper on Invasive Alien Species for the 25th Meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Scientific, Technical and Technological Advice (SBSTTA-25). [...] gathered input on the new Invasive - S age Flett Kruger Species Strategy for BC, attracting Manager, Trails Society of BC and member of the Penticton Indian Band 134 attendees New Report: The impact of invasive species on Indigenous Communities and Species at Risk Invasive species can have particularly devastating impacts on species at risk. [...] We all play a part in helping to prevent the spread and introduction of pests; the actions we take individually and collectively, to report pests CONGRATULATIONS (like Japanese beetle or other species) and follow plant health guidelines and restrictions, help protect to ISCBC Executive Director the environment, along with the horticultural and Gail Wallin! agricultural sectors.” On November 16th i. [...] I am honoured to represent the Council, the staff, the Board and many volunteers who have made a difference, raising awareness around the urgent topic of invasive species.” This is the 10th anniversary for the Canadian Museum of Nature’s national program, celebrating the leadership of adults, youth, not-for-profits, and businesses connecting Canadians with nature and setting examples for a sustain.