The Invasive Alien Plant Program (IAPP) Application
The Invasive Alien Plant Program (IAPP) Application is the database for invasive plant data in BC. It is intended to co-ordinate/share information generated by various agencies and non-government organizations involved in invasive plant management. The application has been developed to allow the entry, edit and query of invasive plant information including: site details; invasive plant inventory information; planning; treatment methods and data; and, monitoring data.
The Invasive Alien Plant Program (IAPP) Application has two components, the Data Entry module and the Map Display module.
Notice to Map Display users:
Map Display is currently configured for optimum performance under Internet Explorer 6.
To utilize the highlight queries, users of Internet Explorer 7 are advised to to the following:
On the Menu bar go to Tools | Internet Options. Click the Security tab and then Custom Level setting. Enable the 'Navigate sub-frames across different domains' setting ( see example). Users of Mozilla Firefox will not be able to run the treatment highlight queries at this time.
We apologize for this unfortunate situation and assure you that efforts are underway to rectify the problem.
Access to the Invasive Alien Plant Program (IAPP) Application modules
- Enter the IAPP Data Entry module (Restricted Access to resource managers - see Access section below for access and the Inquiries and Troubleshooting section for assistance.) The IAPP Data Entry allows the entry, edit and query of invasive plant information. Access to the IAPP Data Entry is limited to approved users and requires either an IDIR for provincial government staff or BCEIDs for MFR clients.
- Enter the IAPP Map Display module (Public Access). The IAPP Map Display pictorially displays the data contained within the IAPP application and is an interactive mapping system which allows the user to create custom maps showing known locations of invasive plant communities throughout B.C.
NEW! Coming soon to a computer near you in the spring of 2008!
A large number of agencies across the province are now using the IAPP application and many of their requests and suggestions have been incorporated into the design of the expanded and improved IAPP application version 1.6 which is currently in development. The link below will showcase some of the brand-new and upgraded features.
Learn more about some of the IAPP Version 1.6 enhancements...
Automated Demonstrations of various Invasive Alien Plant Program (IAPP) Application Tasks
For general information on how to use mapping applications, view the Internet Mapping Help and Tutorial System.
Access to the IAPP application requires either:
an IDIR - for provincial government staff or
a BCeID - for MFR clients
If you already have an IDIR or BCeID and wish to apply for access to IAPP, please go to www.for.gov.bc.ca/his/efm/access/iapp.htm and use the on-line web form.
If you do not yet have a BCeID, you may apply for one at www.bceid.ca. Once your BCeID has been granted, follow the access step in the previous paragraph.
Troubleshooting Tips for IDIRs: IDIR passwords expire every 90 days. Reset your password by clicking here and following the instructions.
Troubleshooting Tips for BCeIDs: BCeIDs expire every 2 years. For password and other issues regarding BCeIDs visit the BCeID home page.
For inquires or help with the IAPP application, please contact forhisp.apphelp@gov.bc.ca.
You may also choose to view these Frequently Asked Questions [pdf, 103Kb].
MFR Invasive Alien Plant Program (IAPP) Reference Guide
The IAPP Reference Guide (updated August 28, 2006) has been written to explain the business of invasive plant management and describe the methodology used by the Ministry of Forests. This is necessary to maintain consistency in the field data collected and entered into the application. The data can then be compared and summarized with confidence.
- Part I Understanding the Business [pdf, 3.7 Mb] or select individual modules from the list
- Module 1.1 An Introduction [pdf, 98Kb]
- Module 1.2 Understanding the IAP Program and Legislative Requirements [pdf, 96Kb]
- Module 1.3 Invasive Alien Plant Prevention [pdf, 89Kb]
- Module 1.4 Planning of Invasive Alien Plant Programs [pdf, 140Kb]
- Module 1.5 Inventory and Monitoring [pdf, 682Kb]
- Module 1.6 Treatment Methods Overview [pdf, 181Kb]
- Module 1.7 Mechanical Treatment and Monitoring [pdf, 751Kb]
- Module 1.8 Chemical Treatment and Monitoring [pdf, 757Kb]
- Module 1.9 Biological Treatment and Monitoring [pdf, 1.7Mb]
- Module 1.10 Wrap Up Part I [pdf, 100Kb]
- Part II Understanding the IAPP Application [pdf, 1.5 Mb]
- Part III Understanding the IAPP - Map Display [pdf, 1.8 Mb]
- Part IV Appendices [pdf, 723Kb]
IAPP Field Forms
IAPP forms are required for data collection and entry into the database as described in the Guide above. For access, select the desired form.
Note: These forms are designed to be printed on a single two-sided page. Please set your printer for two-sided printing prior to printing.
GIS Data Capture Specifications
- GIS Data Capture Specifications [pdf, 202Kb] - Describes the data format specifications for compilation of spatial data into the IAPP Map Display.
- GIS Attribute Data [zip, 3Kb] documents containing sample data are within this zipped file.
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