Tag Archives: SLF Canada

SLF update: more detections and busting some myths

Posted on October 14, 2026 by Cassie Russell

The CFIA has updated its Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) observations page with a listed 23 detections in Ontario, all in Windsor/Essex County and confirmed an established population in Essex County. Details can be found on the SLF observations in Canada page. … Continue reading →

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Pest Alert: Confirmed detection of Spotted Lanternfly in Windsor, Ontario

Posted on September 21, 2026 by Cassie Russell

Over the past few weeks, there have been a number of reported sightings and interceptions of the invasive Spotted Lanternfly (SLF), many along the Windsor/Detroit border in Ontario. On September 15, 2026, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) confirmed the … Continue reading →

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Windsor area: this workshop is for you!

Posted on July 10, 2026 by Cassie Russell

Learn about Spotted Lanternfly at one of two workshops hosted by the Invasive Species Centre on Wednesday, July 22 Recent sightings of spotted lanternfly in Essex County emphasize the importance of a shared effort to be aware of this invasive … Continue reading →

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Be on the lookout: Spotted Lanternfly are on the move

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Cassie Russell

While the Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) is still NOT established in Canada yet, there have been numerous interceptions and unverified sightings over last couple years, with many being in the months of August and September. At this time of year in … Continue reading →

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