Urgent action needed to prohibit aerial spraying in our neighbourhoods.

June 15, 2026, City of Delta's Regular Meeting of Council

At the June 15, 2026, Regular Meeting of Council, the following resolution was adopted on consent (Item 6.4 on the agenda):

Proposed Resolution to Union of BC Municipalities: Spongy Moth Eradication Programs and Community Consultation

WHEREAS the Province of British Columbia conducts aerial spraying programs to eradicate spongy moth populations and prevent the establishment of this invasive species; and

WHEREAS residents of affected communities have expressed concerns regarding aerial spraying over residential neighbourhoods and have requested greater consultation, improved public communication, and consideration of alternative treatment methods;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT UBCM urge the Province of British Columbia to reform its spongy moth eradication program by requiring early consultation with affected local governments, enhancing public communication with residents, and prioritizing viable alternatives to aerial spraying over residential neighbourhoods where practicable.

ADOPTED ON CONSENT

This will be on the next Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) conference in September 2026 https://www.ubcm.ca/2026

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May 15, 2026 Appeal Denied

Environmental Appeal Board has unfortunately denied a Stay of the Foray 48B spraying.

May 21, 2026 Program Complete

See this link for details.

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/industry/forestry/managing-our-forest-resources/forest-health/forest-pests/spongy-moth/news

This petition will remain open until we see a reform of the program to use alternative safer alteratives to aerial spraying over urban neighbourhoods. In the meantime, continue to raise awareness and encourage others to sign the petition.

May 11, 2026 City of Delta's Regular Council Meeting

On May 11, 2026, Mayor Harvie brought forward a Motion on Notice concerning Aerial Spraying in Beach Grove. It was carried unanimously that:

1. Council send a letter to Premier David Eby requesting that the Province provide better community consultation, and

2. Request that the Province explore alternative methods of pest control that do not involve aerial spraying over residential areas.

Please see the link to the May 11, 2026 meeting where you can find the full agenda package, minutes, and the video (go to 1:10:00 to watch item #10)

https://www.delta.ca/Council-Meetings

Awaiting a response to the letter from Mayor George V. Harvie to Premier David Eby, requesting "that the Province reconsider the use of aerial spraying in future years and work to enhance engagement with affected communities."

April 22, 2026 Petition Presented in the BC Legislature

Ian Paton, MLA Delta South, presented the petition on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 in the house and it was submitted to the Legislature for official petition purposes. Awaiting a response from the BC Province. 

The first spray in Squamish was completed May 1, 2026, and the first spray in Delta was completed May 4, 2026. People may continue to sign this petition. it will not be closed until the 2026 program's remainining sprays are cancelled, and/or the program is permanently reformed to use alternate safer methods.

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