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Integrated Pest Management Strategy

Cartoon graphic of IMP logo The City of Regina advocates and has used Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to manage pest populations for many years.

To learn different IPM strategies to use around your home, go to Control Pests & Diseases under Tree & Yard Care.

History of activities

  • 2002
    • Regina City Council received Administration's Report on Pesticides   (Note: Large file over 2 MB and may take some time to download.)
  • 2003
    • Public consultations held in response to report. City Council approves a series of IPM recommendations   concerning pest management.
  • 2004
    • Establishment of the Integrated Pest Management Advisory Committee and its IPM terms of reference . Committee meetings are open to the public: contact the City Clerk's Office at 306-777-7262 for the next meeting date.
  • 2005
    • IPM Advisory Committee updated the City of Regina's website to promote and educate residents about pest prevention, the use of reduced risk products, and the responsible use of pesticides.
    • IPM Advisory Committee monitored and determined the impact to the City of Regina concerning major studies involving integrated pest management, such as Health Canada's Pest Management Regulatory Agency's re-evaluation of 2,4-D. The Agency reaffirmed that 2,4-D can be safely used on lawns and turf when label directions are followed.
    • The IPM Advisory Committee monitored and provided input on various committees and scientific studies, such as Nature Saskatchewan’s Resolution for reducing children’s exposure to pesticides; the Medical Health Officers’ Council of Saskatchewan Report on steps to reduce pesticide exposures; Saskatchewan Environment's Green Forum on Human Society and the Environment attended by several Committee members; and the status of pesticide bylaws proposed by other municipalities.
  • 2006
    • Work began to prepare a policy that encompasses the City's integrated pest management practices.