May 2017

Previous Issues
President's Message

Keeping busy this season

By Paul Brydges
There is still a lot of work to do on our end for Name Act success, but our collaboration with OALA is a key starting point for success.
Feature

Gardens a big draw at Ottawa home show

LO member-built gardens wow residents of Ottawa area.

Everyday green practises for landscapers

By Kimberly Khoury
How one company implements policies for a greener future

Protect yourself this season

Outdoor workers face a number of hazards from insects, the sun and toxic plants.
Association News

More members WSIP-certified on water efficiency

Training program ran March 7-8 in Milton.

LO recognzied for water conservation

Award presented at Credit Valley Conservation's award gala on March 30, 2017.

Vimy Oak planting commemorates historic anniversary

Sunnybrook Veterans Centre marks 100th anniversary of historic First World War battle.

Canada Blooms and City of Toronto celebrate 10 years of donations

Kipling Acres residents give plants from flower show a new home.

Ready for spring

Golden Horseshoe Chapter event draws over 400 landscape pros.

STIHL hosts demo day at LO

GTA dealers offered a chance to learn about latest outdoor power equipment.

Milton declares April Dig Safe Month

Milton Mayor helps to hoist Dig Safe flag.
Industry News

Latest plant breeder trends at CAST 2017

Annual event in California shows off new plants, packaging and marketing concepts.

New guide for Ontario weeds

Resource available in both digital and print formats.

Ontario minimum wage increasing Oct. 1, 2017

Hourly rate to go up to $11.40 per hour.

University of Guelph seeking alumni info

Newly-formed committee looking to keep records up-to-date.

Garden Days celebrations set for June 9-18, 2017

Weekend celebration expands to 10 days for 2017.

Certification coming to Milton

Tests to be held June 17 and Oct. 21 at the Landscape Ontario home office in Milton, Ont.
Executive Desk

Our profession builds communities

By Tony DiGiovanni CHT
Some LO members recently made their case in front of the Ontario Municipal Board, and won.
Public Relations

Celebrating women of influence in our profession

By Denis Flanagan CLD
A new award will recognize women who make an impact in the green profession.
Membership

Lessons learned from membership

By Myscha Stafford
Membership lessons from a basketball coach.
Apprenticeship

Debunking the myths: Top five misconceptions about Apprenticeship

By J. Alex Gibson
Top five misconceptions about Apprenticeship.
Underground World

How are we doing?

By Terry Murphy CLM
Looking at data from the 2016 DIRT Report.
Prosperity Partners

Just pick up the phone

By Jacki Hart CLM
Some helpful tips for communicating in a fast-paced world.
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