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By 1998 the Province's share had dwindled to nothing leaving local taxpayers with the burden of the entire cost.
In 2005, the program received a grant from the Province to ensure the infestation along the foreshore of Gladstone Provincial Park was controlled.
This grant was not repeated in 2006 leaving the $122,144 cost to be borne entirely by Area C taxpayers.
Read the 2010 Milfoil Control Program Report, or read the current 2011 Millfoil Control Partnership Proposal.
What is the problem with Eurasian Milfoil?
Eurasian Milfoil is an aggressive invasive aquatic plant species that has been transported to lakes throughout North America by boaters and recreationists.
In some lakes, thick patches of milfoil choke boat propellers, clog beaches and out-compete native plant species. Eurasian Milfoil easily spreads by sprouting roots from tiny branches that can break off from parent plants.
What techniques are used to contain Eurasian Milfoil in Christina Lake?
Many different jurisdictions throughout North America have attempted to control Eurasian Milfoil infestations. Different techniques include mechanical harvesting, herbicides, geotextile fabric, weevils and hand-pulling. Each of these techniques has advantages and drawbacks. The RDKB is actively evaluating each technique to determine whether they would be applicable to Christina Lake. Please see the links at the bottom of the page for more information on programs in other jurisdictions.
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