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Forestry faculty, alum recognized by Canada's Invasive Species Centre
Published: April 6, 2026
Two faculty members and an alum of the Institute of Forestry and Conservation at U of T's John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design have been honoured by awards from the Invasive Species Centre (ISC).
A not‑for‑profit, ISC prevents the spread of invasive species in Canada and beyond, helping safeguard the economy, society and Canada’s biodiversity.
Professor Sandy Smith, an internationally recognized expert in the ecology and biological management of invasive forest insects for urban forest restoration and conservation, and Adjunct Professor Rob Bourchier, a research scientist of insect ecology and biological control with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, received the ISC's Career Achievement Awards.
Joel Goodwin, a researcher with Natural Resources Canada who earned his PhD in forestry at U of T, was recognized with the Young Professional Award.
“The achievements of Sandy, Rob and Joel represent the very best of Canada’s forest research community,” said John Caspersen, director of forestry programs at the Daniels faculty. “Their scientific contributions are strengthening Canada’s ability to respond to invasive species. We are proud to celebrate their well‑earned recognition by the ISC.”
