Aerial spray treatments will be done on Vancouver Island and Salt Spring Island in spring 2024 to eradicate invasive spongy moths and minimize the risk they pose to forests, farms, orchards and trees.

Aerial spray treatments will be done in the Lower Mainland and three locations in the southern Interior in spring 2024 to eradicate spongy moths and minimize the risk they pose to forests, farms, orchards and trees.

Representatives from British Columbia’s forestry sector, led by Bruce Ralston, Minister of Forests, are embarking on a mission to Japan, showcasing the innovation of B.C. wood products.

Residents and travellers are strongly urged to plan ahead and remain vigilant this B.C. Day long weekend, with much of British Columbia experiencing elevated wildfire risk.

The Ministry of Forests will conduct aerial-spray treatments in the Victoria area in spring 2023 to eradicate spongy moths and minimize the risk they pose to forests, farms, orchards and trees.

With most of the province experiencing above-normal drought conditions, the BC Wildfire Service is urging people to use caution and remain vigilant to prevent human-caused fires when enjoying the outdoors this weekend.