Emerald ash borer found in Ward 39

The emerald ash borer is an beetle native to Asia, but has been found as an invasive species in parts of the United States and southwestern Ontario. The species kills all species of ash, and has been responsible for the deaths of tens of millions of trees in Michigan alone, and countless more in the rest of the affected area.

This presents a major difficulty for the City, as 6% of the City-owned trees are of the ash species. The insect has recently been discovered in our ward, specifically the Silver Springs area. The City of Toronto's Urban Forestry department is working with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to addressing this problem in various manners, which are described in full at the City's site on the issue.

If you notice any of these signs of emerald ash borers in your neighbourhood, please contact our office, and we will ensure that it all necessary steps are taken to contain the threat.

Useful Links
Urban Forestry: Emerald Ash Borer
www.emeraldashborer.info