For the second year in a row, we’re going online using our industry leading virtual outreach and networking software, Remo! The Ontario Invasive Plant Council (OIPC) is excited to present the Ontario Invasive Plant Conference and the Ontario Phragmites Working Group Annual Meeting on Thursday, January 13th and Tuesday January 18th, respectively.

REGISTRATION FOR THE 2022 OIPC CONFERENCE AND OPWG MEETING IS NOW OPEN!

The OIPC Conference theme is Community of Knowledge! Whether referring to the experiences of practitioners or community groups on the ground, to the findings of researchers, or to the traditional ecological knowledge of Indigenous peoples and land stewards, this year's theme will focus on showcasing the diverse community of knowledge within the Ontario invasive plant community. This year's conference will offer an opportunity to explore the strategies, programs, technologies, partnerships, research, and worldviews which shape current and future measures of controlling invasive plants.

Each year, this unique, two-day event brings together professionals and passionate citizens from across Ontario and beyond. This year’s virtual event will be no different! This interactive event is both a learning opportunity and a great chance to network with others working in the field of invasive plant management. We are excited to support connection in this online venue and have made sure that you will have time to meet with your peers and our sponsors. This conference is an excellent opportunity for municipalities, government agencies, NGO’s, academics, students, and citizen scientists to learn, take part in discussions and to meet others who are knowledgeable and passionate about invasive plant management.

Watch the OIPC website (www.OntarioInvasivePlants.ca) for event details such as session times, speakers and descriptions as information becomes available.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

• Thursday, January 13th, 2022 – 9:00am to 5:00pm (EST)– Ontario Invasive Plant Council Conference
• Tuesday, January 18th, 2022 – 9:00am to 5:00pm (EST)– Ontario Phragmites Working Group Annual Meeting, covering new information and techniques for control of Invasive Phragmites.
• OIPC members receive a discounted rate. Memberships purchased will be valid until March 31st, 2023.
• Early Bird deadline is December 31st! Don't miss out!
• The 2022 OIPC & OPWG Agendas will be available soon. Watch the OIPC WEBSITE for updates!
• Before the event, you will be emailed instructions on how to access the conference(s) and how to navigate the virtual platform.

This year, we are pleased to offer discounts for several of our attendees:

Indigenous Peoples: Please use the code INDIGENOUSVOICES at checkout to receive a FREE ticket to this event .

Dedicated Volunteers: Please have your organization contact us by emailing Communication@OnInvasives.ca to request a discount code for your volunteer group to receive 50% off registration!

Students: Please use the code STUDENT50 at checkout to receive 50% off your ticket to this event. Please ensure that you use your student email when purchasing your ticket.

Groups of 3 or more: Email Communication@OnInvasives.ca to request a discount code and receive 25% off registration for multiple attendees participating from the same organization .

Questions? Send your questions to Info@OnInvasives.ca and we will quickly get back to you.