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Copy of Social investigation of management approaches to effectively control broom (Cytisus scoparius) invasion in the Sooke region of Vancouver Island, BC

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* 1. In which area of the Sooke region area are you living?

Sooke (District)

Otter Point

Shirley

Jordan River

Other (please specify)

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* 2. What is your age?

25-40

40-55

55+

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* 3. How familiar are you with Scotch broom (broom) and its invasive nature in the Sooke region?

Very familiar

Familiar

Somewhat familiar

Not very familiar

Not familiar at all

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* 4. Are you currently involved in any activities related to managing broom invasion in the Sooke region?

Actively involved

Involved

Somewhat involved

Not currently involved

Not aware of management activities

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* 5. How would you rate the current effectiveness of community engagement initiatives in raising awareness about broom invasion in the Sooke region?

Very effective

Effective

Somewhat effective

Ineffective

No opinion

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* 6. How would you describe the current level of collaboration between residents and local authorities in addressing invasive species, specifically Scotch broom, in the Sooke region?

High collaboration

Moderate collaboration

Low collaboration

Not sure

Not applicable

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* 7. Please rank the following management approaches in order of effectiveness for controlling Scotch broom invasion, with 1 being the most effective and 4 being the least effective:

Biological control (involves the use of natural enemies, such as predators, parasites, or pathogens, to regulate the population of the invasive species.)

Chemical control (utilizes chemical substances (pesticides) to manage and reduce the population of the invasive species.)

Manual removal (involves physically removing the invasive species, often by hand.)

Community education and prevention (focused on raising awareness, educating communities about the impact of invasive species, and preventing their introduction or spread.)

No action (this implies taking no specific measures to control the invasive species)

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* 8. How willing are you to collaborate with others in your community and local authorities to address Scotch broom invasion collectively?

Very willing

willing

Neutral

Not very willing

Not willing

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* 9. Please rank the following communication channels in order of effectiveness for receiving information about invasive species management, with 1 being the most effective and 6 being the least effective:

Social media

Community workshops

Townhalls

Flyers and brochures

Other (specify)

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* 10. If you have any other ideas related to question 9, please add them in the comment box.

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* 11. How effective do you perceive the current strategies for controlling Scotch broom and other invasive species in your area?

Extremely effective

Effective

Somewhat effective

Ineffective

No opinion

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* 12. How concerned are you about the impact of invasive species on the local biodiversity, considering factors like broom?

Very concerned

Concerned

Somewhat concerned

Not very concerned

Not concerned

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* 13. How concerned are you about the presence of Scotch broom in relation to the risk of wildfires?

Very concerned

Concerned

Somewhat concerned

Slightly concerned

Not concerned

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* 14. To what extent do you support the implementation of stricter regulations or fines for individuals or businesses contributing to Scotch broom spread in the Sooke region?

Strongly Support

Support

Neutral

Oppose

Strongly Oppose

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* 1. In which area of the Sooke region area are you living?

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* 2. What is your age?

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* 3. How familiar are you with Scotch broom (broom) and its invasive nature in the Sooke region?

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* 4. Are you currently involved in any activities related to managing broom invasion in the Sooke region?

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* 5. How would you rate the current effectiveness of community engagement initiatives in raising awareness about broom invasion in the Sooke region?

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* 6. How would you describe the current level of collaboration between residents and local authorities in addressing invasive species, specifically Scotch broom, in the Sooke region?

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* 7. Please rank the following management approaches in order of effectiveness for controlling Scotch broom invasion, with 1 being the most effective and 4 being the least effective:

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* 8. How willing are you to collaborate with others in your community and local authorities to address Scotch broom invasion collectively?

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* 9. Please rank the following communication channels in order of effectiveness for receiving information about invasive species management, with 1 being the most effective and 6 being the least effective:

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* 10. If you have any other ideas related to question 9, please add them in the comment box.

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* 11. How effective do you perceive the current strategies for controlling Scotch broom and other invasive species in your area?

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* 12. How concerned are you about the impact of invasive species on the local biodiversity, considering factors like broom?

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* 13. How concerned are you about the presence of Scotch broom in relation to the risk of wildfires?

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* 14. To what extent do you support the implementation of stricter regulations or fines for individuals or businesses contributing to Scotch broom spread in the Sooke region?

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* 15. Do you have any other additional comments or concerns pertaining to any of the questions asked above or related issues, you would like to share?