Invasive Species Treatment

Invasive Treatment Notice: Phragmites

What: The Town of Midland’s contractor will be spraying a herbicide to control phragmites (an invasive species) in various areas around Town starting next week. Signage will be placed in areas where spraying is being done. Please obey the signage and avoid these areas. 

This work is made possible due to a grant provided by the Province of Ontario to assist with the Town’s efforts to prevent invasive species from becoming established or spreading across the province.

When: October 28 and 29, 2025.

Where: The areas that will be sprayed include:

• Coral Springs Stormpond #12, within the overgrowth of pond, Coral Springs Lane

• Municipal Ditch, east side of ditch, Franke Kindred Rd & Albert Street

• Municipal Ditches, Harbourview Drive south of Marina Park Ave, 1084 Harbourview Drive.

• Petterson Park, south of baseball diamond, Municipal Property

Additional Information: Phragmites, also referred to as the European common reed, spreads quickly and forms thick stands that crowd out native plants, disrupt wildlife habitats and negatively affect biodiversity. Phragmites also increase fire hazards and can outcompete native species for water and nutrients. This invasive species interferes with wetlands, diminishes wildlife habitats, and blocks drainage in agricultural areas, causing substantial ecological and economic impacts.

Questions? Contact Engineering at 705-526-4275, extension 2250.