Tag: MGABC

  • 2024 Least-Toxic Pesticides List

    Source: Linda Gilkeson This list of active ingredients provides examples of Canadian registered products as of 2023, but it is not a comprehensive list because products often change. Mention of a product does not constitute an endorsement. Most products listed below are for residential use and have DOMESTIC on the label. As noted, a few…

  • Could We See Some ID?

    There are bee-like flies and fly-like bees. We are taught how to spot the difference. In this case the fly is at the forefront, the bumblebee behind. Bee, Fly or Wasp? excerpt from the TSMG page: Common Bees of the Southern Interior of BCFlies◆ 2 wings◆ Short, thick antennae◆ Ski-goggle eyes◆ Thick waist/chunky body ◆…

  • Mixing it up 2025

    “Beyond Beauty” Five incredible speakers: The Homegrown National Park – Dr. Doug Tallamy Mix It Up: Designing with Native Plants – Heidi Hitchcock Mind What You Sow – Maria Valana Citizen Science in the Garden – Dr. Brian Starzomski Trees in the Urban Environment – Dr. Tom Smiley

  • End of July Festival (test)

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  • MEMBERS! Save the date ✏️ MGABC AGM October 6th ZOOM 9:30 am -1 pm ​

    The morning will start off with the official AGM business including our favourite – presentations from each Chapter. Followed by Elin and Linda’s presentation. Wrap up is 1pm with plenty of time to enjoy the rest of the day! FYI – it is free – yahoo!

  • MGABC AGM Documents

    The MGABC holds its AGM annually in late September/early October. All members are encouraged to attend the Virtual event and read the Agenda, previous year’s Minutes and Consolidated Chapter Reports. Original PDF Link Original PDF Link Original PDF Link Original PDF Link Original PDF Link

  • Invasive Species to Know

    Brown Marmorated Stink Bug Learn More Japanese Beetle Learn More Northern Giant Hornet Learn More Be PlantWise – Grow an Invasive-free Garden Learn More

  • Golden Trowel Award Winner

    Golden Trowel Award Winner

    Congratulations to the MGABC 2023 Golden Trowel Award recipients. This year was an unexpected one as we had two deserving winners. Congratulations to Birthe Miller from the Prince George Chapter and Rachael Fleming, the Okanagan Chapter. Please stay tuned for more information on our Golden Trowel award winners for this year. But to start a…

  • Japanese Beetle in British Columbia

    IDENTIFY & REPORT via ISCBC CLICK HERE scroll down on this link for more resources FACT SHEET JAPANESE BEETLE LOOK ALIKES plus feeding damage ID: Adult beetles are around 1 cm long, with a rounded oval shape and a hard shiny green exoskeleton and brown wing covers. The best defining characteristic of this beetle is…

  • MGABC Governance Documents

    MGABC Governance Documents are available for Chapter members to use for applications or research and background information when dealing with administrative requirements that occur at the Chapter level. Any questions please contact your MGABC Chapter Representative. Original PDF Link Original PDF Link Original PDF Link Original PDF Link Original PDF Link Original PDF Link Original…