December 2018

Previous Issues
President's Message

Saying it in just a few words

By Warren Patterson
LO's recent strategic planning session produced a clear mission in simple, easy to understand language.
Feature

Explore the world of Congress ’19

A breakdown of the various educational offerings, special events and registration fees at Congress.

Elementary school students help design new playground

By Paige Parker
Students of all levels work with landscape pros to design and build a playground for the local community to enjoy.
Association News

Ottawa Chapter continues tradition of honouring Canadian Military

Longstanding tradition of honoring Canadian military continues.

Snow and Ice Operations Risk Management Guidelines released

A new document has been produced to help facilitate a consistent approach to risk management for common snow and ice maintenance operators.

London Plant Symposium to return in 2019

Popular event to include a marketplace, lunch and great speakers.

Contractor Showcase expands Congress education menu

LO member, Techo-Bloc will bring their North America-wide education program to Congress.

Lighting Conference to showcase latest products and technology

Annual event for seasoned contractors will take place Jan. 31, 2019.

In Memoriam – Peter Nielsen

Former ONTA president passed away Oct. 26.
Volunteer Profile

Phil Dickie: Gentleman volunteer

Proud LO member has devoted countless hours of service to the association and the Waterloo Chapter.
Professional News

Canada Blooms to inspire gardeners in 2019

Festival to take place March 8-17, 2019.

Time to earn recertification credits

Continuing Education Credits required to maintain certification status.
Executive Desk

Strategic plan for the future

By Tony DiGiovanni CHT
Clear association-wide goals exist for the next quarter-century.
Public Relations

Past, present and yet to come

By Denis Flanagan CLD
Changes faced by independent garden centres of the the years.
Membeship

Top Eight association topics of 2018

By Myscha Stafford
A look at what captured the headlines this past year.
Underground World

Who does more damage: homeowners or professionals?

By Terry Murphy CLM
An analysis of statistics over the past five years.
Prosperity Partners

The curious entrepreneur

By Jacki Hart CLM
The last in a series of skills required by successful entrepreneurs.
Annual Report

2018 Annual Report

A comprehensive look at association activities over the past year.
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