Quebec launches $8-million defence against 'zombie plant' invasion

The provincial government will spend $8 million over five years — funds promised in its last budget — to fight against an exotic species of invasive “zombie” plant that is quickly clogging Quebec’s lakes and waterways.
Environment Minister Isabelle Melançon made the announcement Wednesday, two days after municipal and environmental groups made a public plea for help in stemming the growth of the Eurasian watermilfoil. The species is believed to have thus far