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The Alberta Invasive Species Council (AISC) is committed to protecting Alberta from the impacts of invasive species

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[AISC @ABInvasives]

🌱 Something new is taking root at AISC…

A fresh look is coming soon - stay tuned!

#Rebrand #AISC2026 #NewLook #BrandRefresh #invasivespecies

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We’re launching the🌸WILDFLOWERS NOT WEEDS🌻 campaign!

We're taking back the term wildflower to mean what it should: native plants that evolved in #AB, support biodiversity & provide essential ecosystem services!

Post your fav Alberta wildflower below!

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Join us with @AlbertaAg for a FREE webinar "Invasive Plants in Alberta: Understanding the New Weed Regulations" on June 3 at 6:30PM!

Learn why the weed regulations changed, new species added & what they mean for your yard or property

Register now:
https://t.co/LXvHTA6OFs

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⚠️Updates to Alberta’s Weed Control Act 🚨

@AlbertaAg finalized changes to the regulated weed list & updated the Weed Control Act — bringing the total to 95 regulated species across the #AB

Know your weeds & your responsibilities!

👉 https://t.co/Nui5y7Ssob

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Raise your hand if your regulations have ever been victimized by Chat GPT 🙋

Chat GPT's overall verdict:
▪️40% serious agriculture policy
▪️60% “we googled ‘plants that sound evil

#chatgpt #roast #weedcontrolact #invasiveplants #weeds #invasivespecies #report #ISAM2026

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PSA: saving ecosystems isn’t a solo mission — it’s a group project🤝

Invasive Species Action Month is all about getting involved locally — whether you’re rolling solo or bringing the group chat with you to the weed pulls!

Always report sightings — your data actually matters!

[AISC @ABInvasives]

Main character energy = spotting invasive species early👀🌿

#ISAM is all about building your ID skills & becoming the person who notices when something’s off — in your neighbourhood, local park, or fave trail.

@NAISMAorg @CanadaInvasives

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CD3 Stations are OPEN FOR BUSINESS💧

Help prevent the spread of AIS by cleaning, draining & drying your gear. Stop by our free, self-serve CD3 stations:
📍Riel Recreation Park
📍Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park
📍Cardiff Trout Pond
📍Astotin Lake
@cd3systems

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Don’t wait until harvest—get your Certified Weed Free Forage stamp of approval lined up before the rush hits

Contact your local municipality to book an inspection.
@NAISMAorg #ISAM

[AISC @ABInvasives]

Join us with @AlbertaAg for a FREE webinar "Invasive Plants in Alberta: Understanding the New Weed Regulations" on June 3 at 6:30PM!

Learn why the weed regulations changed, new species added & what they mean for your yard or property

Register now:
https://t.co/LXvHTA6OFs

[AISC @ABInvasives]

This Mother’s Day, give a gift that keeps on growing🌸

What you can do:
✨Create a Pollinator Haven in your yard
📖Use our GrowMeInstead Guide before you plant
🌱Check out native options from @PlantsAlberta
🚫Dispose invasive plant material properly — don’t compost it

#ISAM2026

[Alberta Environment and Protected Areas @AB_Enviro]

🚤 From May 1 to Sept. 30, all motorized and non motorized watercraft entering Alberta from east or south borders must be inspected within 7 days and before launching.

Anyone with watercraft must stop when passing an open inspection station.

Learn more: https://t.co/0yJ7UBycEQ

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🐟And just like that it's Invasive Species Action Month!🌱

Join us all month long as we shine a spotlight on the threat of invasive species—Take the DO IT YOURSELF: PROTECT WHERE YOU PLAY approach

Let’s protect our lands & waters—together 💪
#ISAM2026 #DIYStopInvasivesTogether

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Weed you look at that…🧐 a new factsheet just dropped!

Palmer amaranth was just added to the #AB Weed Control Act as prohibited noxious as it is one of the most aggressive & fast-growing invasive weeds threatening crops across N. America.

Check it out: https://t.co/WnAJgwOIRj

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There's less than ☝️MONTH LEFT to get your biocontrol orders in!🐞

ONLY leafy spurge beetles (Aphthona spp.) are available for 2026 - a release costs $900+GST.

Contact [email protected] to add your order to our list!

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HOW COOL!!😎 We’re SO proud to share that we’ve been shortlisted for the 35th Annual Emerald Awards for the FIRST TIME!

Our nomination in Land Use, Agriculture, or Forestry recognizes our leadership in biological control for invasive plants - see you June 4th!

#EmeraldAwards

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THANK YOU, THANK YOU VERY MUCH🕺- what a showing at the AISC's Annual Conference!🎉

A MASSIVE thanks to all our incredible speakers, our 2026 conference sponsors, our door prize donors, the SNAP gallery for the screen printing, & all who attended - until next year folks✌️

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📣 The AISC 50/50 Raffle is at $500 annnd growing for the 20th Anniversary!💰

Don’t miss your chance to support AISC & take home half the pot! The winner will be drawn at the AISC Annual Conference on March 12 & contacted by email.

Get yours: https://t.co/aDno11Z9PX

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🚨Only 4️⃣ days left to grab your tickets!🚨

Seats are selling fast for the AISC's 13th Annual Conference & AGM on March 11-12 ANNND the Pre-Conference Workshop on March 10th!

Be sure to register by February 27 at https://t.co/3Cp2yyXBo5

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Help support the Alberta Invasive Species Council 50/50 Raffle Fundraiser and 20th Anniversary! and have a chance to win some real cash!!

Buy your tickets➡️https://t.co/DdHCQnW1FH

#winbig #raffle