Association News

Mar 20, 2025

The Ontario Horticultural Trades Foundation creates the Neil Vanderkruk Innovation & Scholarship Fund

The Foundation has created the Neil Vanderkruk Innovation & Scholarship Fund, which has the mandate to support initiatives “that contribute to a prosperous future for Ontario’s landscape and horticultural sector.”

Nov 2, 2021

Landscape Ontario Congress is returning for its 49th year

Congress Redefined will look different compared to previous years, with some events spread out across two weeks in January.

Nov 1, 2021

In Memoriam - Larry Sherk

Larry Sherk passed away in his sleep in hospital in Toronto on Sept. 4. Sherk worked as the chief horticulturist at Sheridan Nurseries before retirement.

Nov 1, 2021

The history of Canada Blooms

Canada Blooms is the largest flower and garden festival in the country. However, the event began as an idea for an advertising campaign to promote the landscaping industry.

Nov 1, 2021

Trees for Life helps university reduce its carbon footprint

The University of Guelph partnered with Trees for Life to plant about 700 trees.

Nov 1, 2021

Teamwork shines as bright as the landscaping at London Chapter Garden Makeover

Oct 12, 2021

Liz Lant joins Landscape Ontario team

Landscape Ontario is pleased to announce the recent addition of Liz Lant as its business development representative.

Ken Jewett, founder of Maple Leaves Forever

Oct 12, 2021

Ken Jewett honoured with lifetime achievement award

The Canadian Museum of Nature has honoured Ken Jewett, founder of Maples Leaves Forever (MLF), with its 2021 Lifetime Achievement Award.

Virtually tour the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew in London, England during day two of the Congress Conference. Photo courtesy of RBG Kew.

Oct 12, 2021

Virtually connect to experts from around the world at the Congress Conference

Landscape Ontario’s virtual Congress Conference will offer attendees the opportunity to learn from experts from around the world in 2022.

Oct 12, 2021

Landscape Ontario announces seminar lineup for 2021-2022

With a new graphical chart based layout, the guide includes a listing of more than 50 in-person sessions for all levels of landscape and horticulture professionals.

Oct 12, 2021

Lawn Troopers is GROWing its ranks

During the first year of Landscape Ontario’s GROW: Incumbent Worker Training Program, Lawn Troopers manager Sherry Young nominated team member Jessie Leslie.

Oct 12, 2021

Landscape Ontario is making gains in the fight against winter maintenance liability issues

To advocate for legislative change regarding snow and ice related liability, Landscape Ontario has partnered with Earnscliffe Strategy Group.

Sep 16, 2021

Top national landscape and horticulture awards announced for 2021

Winners of the National Awards of Landscape Excellence (NALE) were announced Sept. 15, 2021.

Sep 7, 2021

New irrigation system passes the test

First validation held using the newly-installed irrigation system at the LO site in Milton, Ont.

Volunteers work on installing the new outdoor space at Participation House.

Sep 7, 2021

A new view for Participation House residents

Toronto Chapter volunteers donate $50,000+ garden makeover to Participation House Markham.

Sep 7, 2021

GROW program helps establish new roots in landscaping

Program proves to be a win-win endeavour for the Montreal-based Strathmore Landscape.

Sep 7, 2021

Trial Gardens open doors to new ideas

On August 12, the trial garden site at Landscape Ontario held its annual open house, welcoming visitors.

The quality of the acutal photos being entered are very important.

Aug 3, 2021

Landscape Ontario Awards: What to consider before entering

Four judges offer tips and advice to association members.

Jul 6, 2021

In Memoriam — Stan Gorczyca

Stan Gorczyca, owner of Tidy Garden Landscaping in Mississauga, Ont., passed away peacefully at the age of 63.

Jul 6, 2021

GMC provides new vehicle for tree planting campaign

Horsepower added to Highway of Heroes Living Tribute’s campaign.

Jul 6, 2021

Snowposium goes virtual this September

Annual snow and ice conference will return in a virtual format Sept. 16, 2021.

Jul 6, 2021

Master water features with Randy Tumber

The Water Feature Master Class is a series of four pre-recorded YouTube videos.

Jul 6, 2021

Live Congress trade show to return in 2022

Congress Redefined is scheduled for January 11-13, 2022 at the Toronto Congress Centre.

Jul 6, 2021

Shane Jones recognized with national award

Jones has been a driving force at Durham College.

Online entry for this year's awards program opened July 1.

Jul 6, 2021

Awards of Excellence has a category for any project

Online entry now open to LO members.

Jun 11, 2021

In Memoriam — Allen Monsma

Allen (Eelke) Monsma passed away suddenly, yet peacefully on June 10. He was 87.

May 28, 2021

In Memoriam — Bill Putzer

Bill Putzer passed away on May 26, 2021 at the age of 63.

Apr 6, 2021

Scholarship application deadline is June 30

Students enrolled in landscape and horticulture in Ontario have access to over $50,000 in scholarships.

Apr 6, 2021

Sector groups continue to educate and collaborate

An update of sector group activities from January to March 2021.

Apr 6, 2021

In memoriam — John O'Leary

John O’Leary passed away peacefully on Feb. 20, 2021 at the age of 71.

Apr 6, 2021

2021 AGM looks to the future

47th annual general meeting was held via Zoom on March 17, 2021

Apr 6, 2021

LO launches Social Awareness and Ethics Committee

Goal is to make the association even more inclusive and diverse.

Mar 8, 2021

Association AGM set for March 17

Landscape Ontario’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place online via Zoom on March 17, 2021 at 11 a.m.

Mar 8, 2021

Growers connect at annual Short Course

About 200 people registered for the virtual event, which included 12 expert speakers and the Grower Good Idea sessions.

Mar 8, 2021

Landscape Ontario launches Sector Success Event Series

Landscape Ontario recently launched a new series of online sector conferences and networking events that will take place over the course of 2021.

Carson Arthur, master of ceremonies, with aerialist Elizabeth Dawn Snell during the filming of the awards ceremony.

Mar 8, 2021

Awards announced for greatest landscapes in Ontario

Online event attracted over 400 landscape professionals.

The first Landscape Ontario Peer to Peer Network workshop of 2021 was held on Jan. 26 and featured a panel discussion on how successful business owners were able to rise to the challenges presented in 2020.

Feb 8, 2021

Peer group allows business owners to support each other through 2021

Congress Connects uses a unique online platform that will continue to be updated throughout 2021.

Feb 8, 2021

Congress Connect launches

Landscape Ontario’s year long virtual marketplace and conference, launched Jan. 12-14, 2021.

Feb 8, 2021

Landscape Ontario professional development goes virtual

Online seminars are typically one-hour in length, with most starting at either 10 a.m. or 1 p.m.

Optimal Irrigation's Paul Turzanski (far left) and president, Mike Alati proudly display their two awards. At right, Chris LeConte, owner, Smart Watering Systems shows off his award.

Feb 8, 2021

Water Smart Irrigation Professional contractors recognized for significant water savings

Certified contractors made a significant impact to reducing water consumption.

Feb 3, 2021

In Memoriam — Ed Bryant

Ed Bryant, founder of Unilock, passed away at his beloved home in Horseshoe Valley, Ont., Jan. 28, 2021.

Jan 5, 2021

Vote for your favourite Ottawa Chapter projects and suppliers

Voting for both the contractor and supplier awards will be open online from Jan. 11 to Feb. 1, 2021.

Jan 5, 2021

Online association AGM to be held February 18

The annual event provides a recap of association activities as well as the focus of future initiatives.

(l-r): Jay Murray, owner, TLC Landscaping; Monte McNaughton, Minister of Labour, Training and Skills Development; Jill Dunlop, Associate Minister of Children and Women's Issues.

Jan 5, 2021

Province announces $20 million to fund apprenticeship

Announcement was made at TLC Landscaping Design and Pools in London, Ont.

Jan 5, 2021

Growers and retailers look back on 2020

Annual Fall Dinner Meeting held in an online virtual format.

Jan 5, 2021

Fusion Landscape Professional program goes virtual in 2021

Contractors and designers have until Jan. 29, 2021 to apply for a limited number of spaces

Jan 5, 2021

Durham and Upper Canada Chapters give back to frontline workers

Two chapters led the way this fall, completing the first two garden makeovers for frontline heroes.

Dec 11, 2020

Virtual Awards Ceremony coming in February

Winners to be announced online Feb. 4, 2021.

Dec 11, 2020

Annual General Meeting goes virtual for 2021

Virtual format will be more accessible than in-person event.

Dec 11, 2020

Technology connects members across the province

First ever all-chapter meeting featured great speakers and networking forums.

Dec 11, 2020

Attend a sector group conference and access learning for one full year

Annual learning events for designers and turf pros scheduled for January 11, 2021.

Dec 11, 2020

Annual Report goes digital

Annual Report covers association activities from Sept. 1, 2019 to Aug. 31, 2020.

Forest Ridge Landscaping construction teams members, Taylor K., Rick M., Taylor R., Carl S., and Carl J., demonstrate on-the-job physical distancing.

Dec 11, 2020

Forest Ridge Landscaping takes health and safety to a new level

Mount Albert, Ont.-based company joins a list of some much larger construction companies who have also achieved the certification.

Nov 23, 2020

In memoriam — Neil Vanderkurk

Neil Vanderkruk passed away Nov. 21, 2020 at the age of 84.

Nov 11, 2020

In Memoriam — Margaret Stinson

Margaret Stinson entered into eternal happiness Nov. 4, 2020.

Nov 3, 2020

Virtual events announced for start of 2021

Landscape Ontario sector groups are forging ahead with annual conferences and networking events in 2021, and all will take place in a virtual, online format.

Nov 3, 2020

Member Savings Programs could help your bottom line

Program offers discounts on new vehicles and equipment, business services, industry training, travel accommodations, and more.

Nov 3, 2020

De Leon to work closely with association stakeholders

New Membership Engagement Coordinator is a graduate of the Business Program at Humber College.

Nov 3, 2020

Grow and develop your team with professional development this winter

Landscape Ontario announces professional development courses for 2021.

Oct 14, 2020

In Memoriam — Burke McNeill

Daniel Burke McNeill passed away with loving family by his side on Sept. 27, 2020 at the Milton District Hospital.

The Landscape Ontario property is utilized as a training ground for GROW program participants.

Oct 5, 2020

Nominate employees for free offseason skills upgrading

Employers have until Oct. 28 to nominate employees for a free professional development program as part of the GROW initiative.

Students had to incorporate a client wishlist and factor in site considerations for the landscape design workshop. Project by Asha Rajak.

Oct 5, 2020

Virtual summer camps inspire landscape pros of tomorrow

Weekly activities helped to inspire grade 7-9 students about horticulture and landscaping.

Oct 5, 2020

Introducing Congress Connect — Congress 2021 goes virtual

Virtual networking and education event to launch Jan. 12-14, 2021.

Oct 5, 2020

A tale of running a business with Covid

Landscape business owner is thankful for the support of peers, staff and family.

A new salvia named Lancelot drew a lot of attention at the 2020 trial garden open house.

Oct 5, 2020

Dramatic looking plants are top picks at Trial Garden Open House

A look at the top new plant picks of the 2020 Trial Garden program.

Sep 2, 2020

In memoriam — Joe Pepetone

Joe Pepetone passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on February 12, 2020.

Davis Anders casts a vote for his favourite new plant at the University of Guelph’s Trial Garden site at Landscape Ontario in Milton, Ont.

Sep 2, 2020

Latest plants on display

The annual Trial Garden Open House was expanded to two days this year.

Sep 2, 2020

Payments due for 2020-2021 membership

Invoices were sent to all members in mid-August.

Sep 2, 2020

Snow and ice pros gather online at virtual event

Annual face-to-face gathering held completely online.

Sep 2, 2020

Awards of Excellence 2021 entries due Oct. 1

Members have until Oct. 1 to enter projects in the Construction, Maintenance, Design, Lighting and Irrigation programs.

Jul 29, 2020

Green Cities Foundation provides hope in Hamilton this fall

Members of the landscape community will transform St. Matthew's House in Hamilton this fall.

Jul 21, 2020

Perennial retailers: win a free trip

Interested in a free round trip for two to Holland? It could be yours, simply by photographing your retail display of perennials.

Jul 14, 2020

In Memoriam — Charles Egleston

Charles "Chuck" Egleston passed away in his home at the age of 73.

Jul 6, 2020

In Memoriam — Edwin 'Bud' Hebel Jr.

Edwin 'Bud" Hebel Jr. passed away June 30, 2020 in his 85th year.

Jul 3, 2020

Roller-coaster spring for garden centres

Ontario garden centres shared a tense spring with other green sectors during the provincially mandated Covid-19 shutdown.

Jul 3, 2020

Landscape Ontario continues work on insurance crisis

Rising insurance rates have quickly become a huge issue for many business owners in the landscape and horticulture profession.

Jul 3, 2020

Prosperity among peers — Kennedy Johnston

Kennedy Johnston explains some of the benefits of participation in LO's Peer to Peer Network.

Jul 3, 2020

Grower awards postponed until 2021

Growers’ Sector Group decides to postpone this year’s Growers Awards of Excellence program.

Jul 3, 2020

Membership dues renewal invoice in your inbox this August

Members are asked to ensure their contact information is up-to-date and payment is due upon receipt.

Jul 3, 2020

Peer group hopes to meet in Muskoka this fall

Annual two-day summit scheduled for Sept. 24-25 in Muskoka.

Jul 3, 2020

Tulips in Guelph thanks to Paul Brydges

Tulips planted in memory of grandfather and great uncle who each served in the Second World War.

Jul 3, 2020

Inspire a teen about landscaping and horticulture this summer

Landscape Ontario and Skills Canada have teamed up to provide students entering grade 7, 8 or 9 with a series of free virtual summer camps.

New decals are available for free to association members.

Jul 3, 2020

Free safety decals to help fight coronavirus

Task Force encourages members to place as many as possible on equipment and trucks.

Jul 3, 2020

Entries now open for 48th edition of Awards of Excellence

LO’s Awards of Excellence program is now accepting online entries of projects in the construction, maintenance and design categories

Jul 3, 2020

Enter the 2020 Garden Centre Awards program

Retail members can enter various categories from July 1 to Sept. 1.

The Garden Makeover Appreciation Contest will see volunteers build 10 gardens across the province.

Jul 3, 2020

Landscape Ontario members to celebrate front line workers

Nominees have a chance to win one of nine $5,000 garden makeovers.

In November 2019, over 500 Liberation 75 bulbs were planted at Barrhaven Legion.

Jun 15, 2020

Ottawa Chapter tulip donation brightens Barrhaven Legion

Over 500 Liberation 75 bulbs were planted in two concrete planters at the Legion.

Jun 15, 2020

Association webinars a huge success

Over 4,000 people registered and attended the 24 webinars held by the association.

Jun 15, 2020

Awards of Excellence program continues for 2020

Last year saw a record-breaking number of entries, and organizers are hoping to break the record again in 2020.

Jun 15, 2020

Adapting to the new reality

How will association-run meetings, events and programs look in the post-covid era?

Jun 15, 2020

Salemi joins LO family

Association's new deputy executive director joins during the coronavirus crisis.

Jun 15, 2020

Peer to Peer Network thanks the Covid-19 Task Force

A group of association members express thanks to the staff and leadership team in a time of crisis and uncertainty.

Jun 10, 2020

In memoriam — John Paul Lamarche

Well-known horticultural business consultant and author, John Paul Lamarche has died.

May 26, 2020

In memoriam — Leo Bezaire

Leo Bezaire passed away peacefully on May 18, 2020 at the age of 87.

May 6, 2020

Landscape Ontario introduces online learning

First event saw 130 virtual participants learn about tree maintenance with Jeff McMann.

May 6, 2020

Member offers free tree replacement program

“Free Tree Project” provides a free tree to clients for every tree removed with a DBH of 30 cm or greater.

May 6, 2020

Toronto Chapter continues to support community greening projects

Toronto Chapter Bursary Program distributes $15,000 to greening projects that contribute to environmental and social wellness.

May 6, 2020

Garden communicators support green profession

A group of garden communicators, nursery growers and garden retailers met recently to explore ways to ease the extreme challenges of the Covid-19 crisis.

May 6, 2020

View from my hot seat on the Covid-19 Task Force

Since the Covid-19 crisis began, volunteers on a special task force have met online each day to discuss developments and plan action.

Apr 3, 2020

Seminars cancelled due to COVID-19

Following the advice of the Ministry of Health and Public Health Ontario, the association cancelled all scheduled seminars.

Apr 3, 2020

Special COVID-19 Task Force created

Provincial Board of Directors addresses COVID-19 at March meeting.

Apr 3, 2020

Canada Blooms cancelled at eleventh hour

Decision made at recommendation of Chief Medical Officer in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis.

Apr 3, 2020

Peer group summit set for September

Annual Muskoka Summit scheduled for Sept. 24-25 in Gravenhurst, Ont.

Apr 3, 2020

Grounds Management Lecture moves home

Annual education and networking event held Feb. 20 at association's recently-renovated facility.

Apr 3, 2020

2020 Lighting Conference recap

Annual education and networking event held Feb. 27 in Milton.

Apr 3, 2020

Irrigation pros connect at annual conference

Sector event returns to LO home office in Milton for a full-day of education and networking.

Participants gathered outside for a group photo.

Mar 15, 2020

Georgian Lakelands Chapter provides outdoor winter fun

Over two dozen people attended the fun mid-winter event that caters to those who enjoy getting outdoors in winter.

Mar 15, 2020

Association calls for input on educational events

Potential speakers for various events can apply online.

Keynote speaker, Brian Decker spoke about efficiency in nursery production, and on marketing trends and sale strategies at this year’s Growers Short Course.

Mar 15, 2020

Annual Growers Short Course provides wealth of information and ideas

Day-long event includes research updates and lots of production solutions.

Jeff McMann (left) accepts his award from John Stewart, Past President, ISA Ontario.

Mar 15, 2020

McMann recognized with Maple Leaf Award

Award presented Feb. 14 at RBC Place in London, Ont.

Landscape Ontario’s Denis Flanagan (right) caught up with Sean James, owner of Sean James Consulting & Design, at the London Plant Symposium to present him with the 2020 Garden Communicator’s Award.

Mar 3, 2020

2020 London Chapter Plant Symposium

Annual chapter event continues to draw large crowds of plant lovers in London, Ont.

Feb 11, 2020

In memoriam — Werner Kolb

Kolb's Green Thumb Nursery founder passed away at the age of 90.

Feb 4, 2020

In memoriam — Bernie Langendoen

Bernard Andre Langendoen passed away Jan. 18, 2020.

Landscape Ontario Landscape Lighting Group members Carl Hastings, Frank DiMarco, Ken Martin and John Higo.

Feb 4, 2020

Volunteers work to light up site at night

Group plans to showcase lighting to all visitors of the Milton site.

Winners gather on stage at the conclusion of the awards ceremony.

Feb 4, 2020

Awards ceremony recognizes the best of 2019

Best projects and individuals recognized live in front of a crowd of about 700 people.

Feb 4, 2020

LO members can save on admission to Canada Blooms 2020

Discounted tickets make a great gift for clients, staff and suppliers.

Landscape Ontario’s 2020 Provincial Board of Directors.

Feb 4, 2020

LO AGM reflects pride and strength

Vote approves new membership categories and presidential gavel is passed on.

Jan 4, 2020

Lunch and learn at 2020 grounds management lecture

Feb. 20 event to be held at association’s office and training facility in Milton, Ont.

Jan 4, 2020

Growers Short Course to focus on marketing and proven production practices

2020 education and learning event to be held Feb. 5.

Warren Patterson, LO President, with Jeff Winkelmolen of Winkelmolen Nursery and Tony DiGiovanni, LO Executive Director.

Jan 4, 2020

Growers gather for annual fall dinner

Fall Dinner Meeting held Nov. 26 at Piper’s Heath Golf Course in Milton, Ont.

Round-table discussions allowed educators to share resources and brainstorm ideas to address current challenges.

Jan 4, 2020

Educators connect to engage youth

Educators express interest in connecting youth with landscape horticulture professionals.

Nick Solty (left) with Boss of the Year winner, Steve Schepers.

Dec 16, 2019

Georgian Lakelands celebrates best suppliers and members of 2019

Largest crowd ever gathers to celebrate excellence within the chapter.

Dec 15, 2019

Lighting conference moves home to Landscape Ontario

Annual event scheduled to take place Feb. 27, 2020.

Dec 15, 2019

London Chapter Plant Symposium set for 2020

Fourth annual event to take place Feb. 7.

Dec 3, 2019

GreenTrade Expo expands to two days

Eastern Ontario’s landscape and construction show will run Feb. 12-13, 2020 at the EY Centre in Ottawa.

Dec 2, 2019

Landscape Ontario podcasts now online

First three episodes for landscape pros now available online.

The commercial vehicle safety demonstration was led by Halton Police Services.

Nov 15, 2019

Snow pros discuss latest issues at Snowposium 2019

Full-day event featured great discussions, demos and new equipment.

Kathleen Pugliese receives a hug, a plaque and a tree for her years of service to the association.

Nov 15, 2019

Tree planted in honour of Kathleen Pugliese

Oak tree marks 25 years of service by association's recently-retired executive assistant.

Visitors to the new building are greeted by a stunning living wall that features 1,480 four-inch tropical plants.

Nov 15, 2019

Landscape Ontario officially reopens in Milton

Open house gives many members a first look at association's new world-class facility.

Yvonne Casey, Matt Hawkins and Daniel Oliveira of Hawkins Contracting Services.

Nov 5, 2019

Hawkins Contracting Services recognized with health and safety award

Landscape Ontario member recognized for commitment to safety training and awareness.

Nov 5, 2019

Growers fall dinner set for November 26

End-of season celebration to include awards presentations and lively discussions.

A mobile tree pruning platform is used at Stam Nurseries.

Nov 5, 2019

Growers gain a new perspective of Oxford County businesses

Growers get a look at innovation and technology already in use.

Nov 5, 2019

Members invited to attend 2020 AGM

Annual event includes breakfast and an update of association activities.

Participants take time out for a group photo — an annual tradition.

Nov 2, 2019

Ottawa Chapter honours Canadian Military for 15th year

Volunteers showed up Nov. 1 at the National Military Cemetery at Beechwood in Ottawa.

Oct 15, 2019

Pay your 2020 membership dues

Dues can paid easily via one of three methods.

Oct 15, 2019

Landscape Ontario open house Oct. 23

Newly-renovated Milton facility to host grand opening celebration Oct. 23.

Oct 15, 2019

Ottawa Chapter raises $10,000 to support youth

Proceeds from annual golf tournament presented at youth services AGM.

Baseline Nurseries’ Marcia White, Jake Fullerton, Jaimi Uram and Riley Irwin.

Oct 15, 2019

London Chapter golf tournament finds success on an unlucky day

14th annual fundraising event had over 120 golfers.

Oct 15, 2019

Landscape Ontario receives funds to help improve soil quality

Government announces $240,000 in funding to various groups.

Oct 15, 2019

Solty Garden Centre to cease normal business operation

Cookstown, Ont. business to close after 68 successful years.

Oct 15, 2019

Register now for Congress 2020 and save

Early bird discounts available until Dec. 13, 2019.

Left to right: Corporal Nick Kerr, Michael de Pencier, Tony DiGiovanni, Mark Cullen, Jim Clubine, Kim Rudd, Bill Cansfield, at the Port Hope Golf and Country Club.

Oct 15, 2019

Golf tournament raises $80,000 for tree planting campaign

Third annual event held a Port Hope Golf and Country Club.

NVK Holdings’ staff (L-R): Alexandra DeHaan, Lindsay Jack, Erica Helder, Jonas Vanden Brink.

Oct 15, 2019

2019 Growers Awards of Excellence winners

Congratulations to winners of the best grown nursery stock in Ontario.

Skids of donated plant material are sold to the highest bidder at the Industry Auction.

Oct 15, 2019

J.C. Bakker hosts successful Industry Auction

Over 200 skids of donated plant material help to raise money for sector initiatives, research and scholarships.

Milton District Hospital’s new Serenity Garden.

Sep 15, 2019

Serenity garden opens for patients and staff

Milton Hort Society, LO members, donors and partners create a tranquil outdoor space for patients, families and staff to enjoy.

Sep 10, 2019

In Memoriam - Luigi Pignatelli

One of the founders of Tree Valley Garden Centre in Stouffville, Ont., passed away peacefully on Sept. 8, 2019.

Sep 9, 2019

In Memoriam - Bob Wilton

Robert Charles Wilton, founder of Clintar Landscape Management and long-time industry supporter and volunteer, passed away Sept. 7, 2019.

Sep 2, 2019

TLC Landscaping wins first ever London Chapter baseball tournament

Congratulations to all teams who participated this year.

Sep 2, 2019

Garden Centre Symposium leaves the Congress nest

New fall event to include lively discussions, dinner and award presentations.

Sep 2, 2019

Waterloo Chapter families enjoy a fun-filled day

Annual Family Day event held at Bingeman Park in Waterloo, Ont., on July 21.

Trial Garden Manager Rodger Tschanz, leads a tour of the Guelph site at this year's open house.

Sep 2, 2019

Top picks from 2019 Trial Garden sites

Annual open house at Guelph and Milton sites give attendees a look at how newest plant varieties performed this year.

Volunteer Lindsay Ross (left), sells an arms length of raffle tickets to LO’s Denis Flanagan.

Sep 2, 2019

Ottawa Chapter golf tournament raises money for youth

Fun day supported by many sponsors helps to raise funds for Youturn Youth Services.

Sep 2, 2019

Prepare for the winter ahead at Snowposium 2019

Single-day event for snow and ice pros to be held at Landscape Ontario's newly-renovated offices.

Sep 2, 2019

Oriole Landscaping hosts first “Let’s Talk Shop”

Landscape pros discuss learning from mistakes and get a tour of an efficient Toronto-area yard.

Jul 15, 2019

Snow contractors to hold first major event at renovated association offices

Snowposium will run Sept. 26, 2019 in Milton, Ont.

Jul 15, 2019

2019 garden centre awards program opens July 1

Annual awards competition open to retail members of the association.

Jul 15, 2019

Keri MacIvor joins LO events team

New addition brings 15 years of experience to association's trade show team.

Jul 15, 2019

Peer summit to feature seven top mentors

Business owners to learn how they stack up and how to manage growth.

Jul 15, 2019

Membership renewal invoices mailing in August

Payment of invoice ensures member benefits do not lapse.

Jul 15, 2019

Support industry auction by donating plant material or product

Help to support this year's event at J.C. Bakker in St. Catharines, Ont.

Jul 1, 2019

Entries now open for 2019 Awards of Excellence program

Members can enter projects or nominate outstanding individuals.

Mark Smith and Lindsay Drake Nightingale.

Jul 1, 2019

Leadership distinction for Drake Nightingale

LO's second vice president recognized for influencing others.

Jun 26, 2019

In Memoriam — Joe Kerr

Joe Kerr passed away peacefully in his home on June 11, 2019.

Jun 15, 2019

Become a garden builder at Canada Blooms 2020

Promote your skills, talent, and creativity at popular flower and garden festival.

Jun 15, 2019

New event for contractors to get together and talk shop

Oriole Landscaping to host event July 11.

Jun 15, 2019

Enter the 2019 Landscape Ontario Awards of Excellence program

Annual program recognizes the exceptional work of members across the province.

Jun 15, 2019

Ferris demo day in Milton

Dealers and customers get a chance to test drive new units.

A coco-fibre disc being placed into a container plant.

Jun 1, 2019

Sheridan Nurseries named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for 2019

Company reduces water usage and re-uses plastic pots.

May 22, 2019

Green Streets Challenges 2019

Communities across Ontario to promote the benefits of outdoor play.

May 17, 2019

In Memoriam-David Gaze

David Gaze, owner of David Gaze Landscape Landscaping in Burlington, Ont., passed away May 13, 2019.

May 6, 2019

Snowposium is back for 2019

Event to take place at Landscape Ontario's newly-renovated home office.

May 6, 2019

Manderley named one of the best

LO member earns title for eighth year in a row.

The Golden Horseshoe Chapter held its annual general meeting in conjunction with Gear Up for Spring 2019. Pictured here is the current chapter board.

May 6, 2019

Golden Horseshoe Chapter helps profession prepare for 2019 season

Gear Up for Spring draws over 400 landscape pros.

May 6, 2019

Apply now for horticultural scholarships

Over $50,000 in scholarships up for grabs.

May 6, 2019

J.C. Bakker to host Industry Auction in 2019

Annual fundraising event coincides with Bakker's 70th anniversary celebration.

Ski and Spa Day participants enjoyed great conditions on Feb. 7.

Apr 1, 2019

Georgian Lakelands Chapter Ski and Spa Day well supported

Over 30 landscape pros enjoyed a fun and relaxing day in the Blue Mountain area.

Apr 1, 2019

Exposition managers recognize MacRae

Trade show manager thanks her family and team and Landscape Ontario for their support.

Pictured (l-r) are Tony DiGiovanni, LO Executive Director; Eden’s Josip Krsnik, Landscape Architect; and owner, Scott McCuaig.

Apr 1, 2019

Eden Tree Design presented with coveted award

LO member receives highest marks for design in annual awards competition.

Apr 1, 2019

Snow didn’t stop the Grounds Management Lecture event

Annual lecture event leaves attendees wanting to learn more.

Apr 1, 2019

Seminars generate off-site energy

Association pulls through on winter education courses despite home office renovation.

Apr 1, 2019

Arborist group recognizes Tony DiGiovanni with award

ISAO continues to benefit from work of Landscape Ontario's Executive Director.

Apr 1, 2019

In Memoriam - Peter Knippel

Peter Knippel of Peter Knippel Garden Centre passed away on March 28, 2019.

Mar 27, 2019

In Memoriam - Hendrika van Wissen

Beloved wife of the late John van Wissen passed away March 6.

Mar 27, 2019

In Memoriam - Paul Windover

Second generation operator of Windover Nurseries in Petrolia, Ont., passed away March 22, 2019. He was 78.

Philip Pieper, Jen Llewellyn and Case Vanderkruk at the 2019 LO Growers Short Course.

Mar 7, 2019

Growers Group event provides latest research and market trends

Event features lots of great ideas, practices and data to help growers to be more efficient.

Mar 7, 2019

Lighting contractors discuss everything to do with lighting at annual conference

Capacity crowd turns out to see the latest products, technologies and to learn from industry leaders.

Mar 7, 2019

Irrigation conference enlightens pros on wide range of topics

Annual sector group initiative provides a full-day of great topics for contractors of all levels.

Mar 7, 2019

London Chapter holds sold-out Plant Symposium

Students, homeowners and landscape pros gather to learn about plants.

Waterloo Chapter president, Howard Gallup (left), accepts the first Membership Challenge Award back in 1979 from LO Executive Director, Dennis Souder, as chapter member, John Wright looks on.

Mar 7, 2019

Waterloo Chapter to celebrate 40 years

Members are asked to send in images to mark the occasion.

Jan 29, 2019

Gear up for 2019 this spring

Jan 29, 2019

Beech announces amalgamation

Merger transforms Beech Nursery Group into a multi-dimensional landscape company.

Landscape Ontario’s 2019 Provincial Board of Directors at the AGM on Jan. 9.

Jan 29, 2019

LO AGM at Congress 2019

Future plans and priorities revealed at association's annual general meeting.

Jan 23, 2019

In Memoriam - Melissa Carol Ann Van Rybroeck

Co-owner of V&P's Topsoil & Landscape Supplies in London, Ont., passed away Dec. 30, 2018.

Jan 23, 2019

New HR Toolkit lightens employee challenges

LO members have access human resources templates and and employee handbook that can be customized for specific needs of each business.

Jan 7, 2019

Georgian Lakelands Chapter offers a mid-winter break

Event offers a fun day on the ski slopes or at the spa.

Canada Blooms is a great place to inspire and educate children, family members and clients about the important role and beneficial work of the profession.

Jan 7, 2019

Say thanks with special discounted tickets for Canada Blooms

Inspire your employees, family and clients with special tickets to Canada Blooms.

Jan 7, 2019

Lunch and learn at grounds management lecture

Full-day event includes a great roster of speakers, lunch and exhibitors.

Jan 7, 2019

All-in-one event for Irrigation contractors

Seasoned landscape contractors can access the latest products, services and education at this annual event.

Jan 7, 2019

Growers to learn about production and marketing

Annual Growers Short Course to feature two talks by Paul Pilon.

Jan 7, 2019

Growers and retailers get together to discuss buying trends and challenges

Panel discussion part of annual dinner event.

Jan 7, 2019

Email messages offering Congress lists are not from Landscape Ontario

Tips on how to spot fraudulent email messages.

Michael LaPorte (left) and Laurie Ann Stuart (right) present Lisa Hunter with the chapter’s inaugural Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

Jan 7, 2019

Georgian Lakelands Chapter awards 2018

Chapter's annual awards night puts the spotlight on outstanding individuals and companies.

Dec 12, 2018

In Memoriam – Peter Nielsen

Former ONTA president passed away Oct. 26.

Dec 12, 2018

Lighting Conference to showcase latest products and technology

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

The popular Techo-Bloc Contractor Showcase provides industry experts, installation techniques and more throughout several provinces and states.

Dec 12, 2018

Contractor Showcase expands Congress education menu

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

Dec 12, 2018

London Plant Symposium to return in 2019

Volunteers spent the morning maintaining the cemetery grounds.

Dec 12, 2018

Ottawa Chapter continues tradition of honouring Canadian Military

Longstanding tradition of honoring Canadian military continues.

Nov 16, 2018

In Memoriam - Bruce Lively

Bruce Lively, founder and president of Blue Jay Irrigation in London, Ont., has passed.

Nov 14, 2018

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.

Nov 5, 2018

Members invited to attend 2019 AGM

Members will get a recap of association activities and the opportunity to help determine future direction.

Trade show admission includes access to live learning events for industry professionals.

Nov 5, 2018

LO members can attend Congress ’19 for free

Free pass includes access to three live learning events.

Nov 5, 2018

Salt shortage a key topic at Snowposium 2018

Annual event provides the latest education, technology, products and issues.

Nov 5, 2018

Save the date for GreenTrade Expo 2019

Ottawa Chapter trade show will run Feb. 13, 2019.

Business owners spent two days in Muskoka, learning, networking, and having fun.

Nov 5, 2018

Peer group carries out learning priorities for 2018

Business owners learn from three guest speakers and each other at two-day Muskoka Summit.

Nov 5, 2018

Georgian Lakelands Chapter members hit the greens

Members compete on the mini-links at Blue Mountain.

Nov 5, 2018

Contractor lecture co-locates with Congress for 2019

Industry pros can learn tips for success from recognized individuals within the field.

Growers learn about production methods at Spring Valley Gardens in St. Catharines, Ont.

Nov 5, 2018

Growers tour operations in Niagara Region

Sold out tour visits nurseries, greenhouses and gardens.

Nov 5, 2018

Farewell to special volunteer Ivan Stinson

Outstanding volunteer passed away Oct. 4.

On average, an irrigation system assessment by a WSIP certified contractor can result in over a 50 per cent water savings opportunity.

Nov 5, 2018

Strengthening the irrigation industry one litre at a time

Next certification opportunity will run in March, 2019.

(L-R): Gerald Reycroft, Martin Quinn, Bob Allen, Paul Ronan and Ray Hurd display the cheque after a recent CiB board meeting.

Oct 9, 2018

Funding to help recognize community beautification projects

Funding request of $5,000 awarded to Communities In Bloom Ontario.

Oct 9, 2018

Save the date for growers annual fall dinner

Oct 9, 2018

Register now for Congress ’19 and save

Early bird discounts available until Dec. 14, 2018.

Oct 9, 2018

Pay your 2019 membership dues

Unpaid dues mean missing out on many discounts enjoyed by LO members.

Oct 9, 2018

In Memoriam - Angelo Risi

Co-founder of Risi Stone Systems passed on Sept. 1, 2018.

Oct 9, 2018

Seminars continue through building renovation

Winning entry from Willowbrook Nurseries for the category, Design on a Skid.

Oct 9, 2018

LO Growers Awards of Excellence winners 2018

Members recognized in annual competition among the grower community.

Over 250 skids of plant material were auctioned off at the 2018 growers Industry Auction.

Oct 9, 2018

Growers Group hold another successful industry auction

Over 250 skids of plant material auctioned off at NVK Holdings in Dundas, Ont.

Sep 15, 2018

LO member projects recognized with National Awards

Highlights from CNLA's National Awards Excellence ceremony held Aug. 15 in St. Andrews, N.B.

Sep 15, 2018

Members score Toronto FC tickets

Transline Group (Canada) drew names from Toronto Chapter golf participants.

Sep 15, 2018

Families cool off at Waterloo Chapter event

Organizers provide a great value and much-needed break for LO members and their families.

The Fusion Landscape Professional program was awarded the Green Cities Award at Credit Valley Conservation’s Friends of the Credit Conservation Awards on June 14, 2018. (L-R): Karen Ras, Councilor, Ward 2, Mississauga; Cassandra Wiesner, Landscape Ontario; Gino Piscelli, Region of Peel; Ron Starr, Councilor, Ward 6, Mississauga.

Sep 15, 2018

Training for Fusion Landscaping Professionals now in year two

Qualifying LO members can apply now for this award winning certification program.

Golfer, Steve Low (centre), buys an arms length of raffle tickets from Ottawa Chapter Vice President, Lindsey Ross (left) and volunteer Olivia Urquhart.

Sep 4, 2018

Ottawa Chapter raises $3,000 for mental health

Golf committee volunteers and support of local businesses help to ensure a successful event.

Jim Bauer, LO's newest Honorary Lifetime Member (centre), with son Bud and wife Anneke.

Sep 4, 2018

Ottawa Chapter founder honoured with special award

Ottawa Chapter founder, Jim Bauer was recognized for his many years of contribution at the chapter's annual golf tournament.

Applewod Garden Club members, Liz Primeau, David Pavanel and Mary Jean Kucerak delivered a $3,000 donation, accepted by LO's Denis Flanagan.

Aug 28, 2018

The Three Amigos

Applewood Garden Club event raises $3,000 for Highway of Heroes Living Tribute campaign.

Milton Mayor Gord Krantz (centre with shovel) is surrounded by gardening enthusiasts during a Garden Days tree planting celebration at Milton Public Library.

Jul 15, 2018

Milton groups join Canada’s biggest garden party celebration

Paper Bark Maple planted at Milton Public Library.

Jul 15, 2018

New tool to help chapters promote member benefits

Extra copies available for Chapter and Sector groups.

Jul 15, 2018

LO welcomes Lissa Schoot Uiterkamp

Newest team member to inform educators and engage youth on the many career paths in the profession.

Jul 15, 2018

Pay your LO member dues online

Invoices to be mailed out in August.

Jul 15, 2018

Time to enter projects into annual awards competition

Great marketing opportunity for LO member companies.

Jul 15, 2018

2018: A spring to remember

LO members comment on one one the toughest springs in the last century.

Members of the Olsen family gather around a newly planted Autumn Blaze maple in memory of the late Paul Olsen. (L-R): Jeff, Diane, Linda, Jennifer and Peter Olsen.

Jul 15, 2018

Memorial tree planted for Paul Olsen

Special ceremony held with members of the Olsen family in attendance.

Pictured here (l-r) are the lucky prize winner and owner of Brickworks, Andrew Letersky, and his crew.

Jul 15, 2018

New members starts the season off right

Makita prize package delivered to Brickworks Landscaping in Corbyville, Ont.

Jul 15, 2018

Sonia Day honoured for leadership

Garden writer becomes second recipient of Monica van Maris Award.

Young women rotated through various stations that dealt with hardscaping, planting and design.

Jul 15, 2018

Women In Trades Experiential Learning Day

Hands-on learning experience shows young women the many career opportunities available.

Landscape professionals collaborate with students to design the ideal outdoor environment.

Jul 15, 2018

Student design challenge to take place in Belleville

Annual event engages youth and landscape professionals to design and build outdoor learning environments.

Jul 9, 2018

Karl Stensson to retire from Sheridan Nurseries

Strong industry supporter and past-president of many key associations and groups to focus on other pursuits and family.

Jul 4, 2018

In Memoriam Anthony (Tony) Badali

Patriarch and owner of Islington Nurseries passed away on July 1, 2018.

Peter Guinane received the LO Past President’s award at the 2018 Awards of Excellence ceremony.

Jun 27, 2018

Looking to honour a leader?

Nominate your peers for a special industry award.

Jun 15, 2018

Green Streets Challenges 2018

Help to support an event in your community to get people inspired about the many benefits that come with outdoor activity in green spaces.

Jun 15, 2018

Apply for scholarships before June 30

Over $300,000 in scholarships has been awarded in the last 10 years alone.

Jun 15, 2018

Annual publication features projects by LO members

Magazine featuring member projects is on newsstands until the end of November.

Marketing efforts by LO member retailers can be entered into an annual awards competition.

Jun 15, 2018

Garden retailer awards open July 1

LO member retailers have access to a specific awards competition each year.

Jun 15, 2018

Irrigation group releases new charge out rates card

Aim is to educate potential and existing clients on the direct costs related to working with qualified irrigation professionals.

Fanshawe Colleges students, Geoffrey Trenholm Tobias Edwards and Lisa Norton (below) help with the clean up of the park.

Jun 15, 2018

London Student Chapter cleans and greens Culver Park

Group effort produces results for Earth Day 2018.

Green industry volunteers assembled at the park’s gazebo to go over the maintenance plan before getting to work.

May 15, 2018

Volunteers unite to clean up the park for Earth Day

Earth Day weekend sees volunteers unite for annual Clean Up the Park Day.

May 15, 2018

In memoriam - Tracy Eastman

Tracy Eastman passed away on April 9.

Various lots of plant material go up for bid at the annual industry auction.

May 15, 2018

NVK Holdings to host Industry Auction Sept. 13

Annual auction and awards will take place in Dundas, Ont.

May 15, 2018

LO Chapters provide financial support to next generation of professionals

Regional scholarships available in addition to Founation and Cullen Family programs.

Experts on various topics were brought in to speak to contractors.

May 15, 2018

Connon CBV preps contractors for spring

Two-day open house included special guest speakers on a number of topics.

Alicia Reid and Chris DeCock from Ferrell Builders’ Supply accept the best booth award.

May 15, 2018

Golden Horseshoe Chapter gets ready for spring

Over 400 professionals attended annual chapter event.

The Toronto Chapter’s 2017 bursary program supported a number of community initiatives, including Bowery Project — a not-for-profit organization that grows food for local shelters in milk crates on vacant lots.

May 15, 2018

Toronto Chapter supports community projects across the GTA

Toronto Chapter provides financial support to a number of community greening projects.

Discussions included common concerns of women in the landscaping profession.

May 15, 2018

First Women in Landscaping event

Grass-root movement aims to welcome, support and inspire others on the many career paths available.

Pictured (l-r): Margot Byers, Teresa Matamoros and John Larsen.

Apr 5, 2018

Groomed slopes, happy members at Georgian Lakelands Chapter event

Members hit the slopes at the chapter's annual ski and spa day on Feb. 22

Apr 5, 2018

Plan now for winning awards photography

Tips for successful entries in LO's annual member awards program.

Apr 5, 2018

Landscape pros get insight and ideas

Contractors and grounds professionals learn from each other and experts at annual event.

The second annual Seedy Saturday took place at LO’s home office on Feb. 24, 2018.

Apr 5, 2018

Milton celebrates seedy saturday

Community event draws over 200 people to LO's home office.

Apr 5, 2018

Manderley named one of Canada's best

LO member recognized with national award.

Mar 21, 2018

Canada Blooms donates flowers

Residents of Bendale Acres receive over 600 plants donated by annual flower and garden festival.

The annual Lighting Conference includes education, networking and new products.

Mar 15, 2018

Lighting Conference 2018

A capacity crowd enjoyed a day of education and exhibits at the 2018 Lighting Conference.

Mar 15, 2018

Rejuvenated irrigation conference a success

New date, new location and new proves successful for annual Irrigation Conference.

The marketplace vendors offered attendees an early bit of shopping for spring.

Mar 15, 2018

Plant loves come out to London Chapter event

Second annual Plant Symposium a huge success.

Keynote speaker, Mark Krautmann (left), talks with attendees during a break.

Mar 15, 2018

Growers group event shares latest innovations and research

Growers and suppliers learn about research projects, innovative production practices, market trends, technology, and more.

Mar 14, 2018

Irrigation Conference leaves the Congress nest

This year's event will be held Feb. 2 in Mississauga, Ont.

Mar 5, 2018

In Memoriam - Steven Rebelo

Owner of S. Rebelo Landscapes passed away Feb. 27.

Mar 5, 2018

In Memoriam - Paul Olsen

Founding member and past president of Landscape Ontario and CNLA has passed away.

Jeff, Nick, Ans and Jan Winkelmolen accepting their award.

Feb 28, 2018

Winkelmolen family recognized with agriculture award

LO member recognized with Farm Family of the Year Award.

Genoscape feature garden design for Canada Blooms 2018.

Feb 27, 2018

Members set to inspire at Canada Blooms

Themed feature gardens at Canada Blooms this year are inspired by Hollywood films.

Feb 15, 2018

Lecture event tailored for landscape professionals

Two unique, half-day events planned for Feb. 22.

Feb 15, 2018

Gear Up for Spring 2018

Third annual event will be bigger and better than ever.

Feb 15, 2018

Apply now for irrigation certification program

Program to run April 4-5, 2018 in Milton.

Feb 15, 2018

LO members save at Canada Blooms

Event to run March 9-18, 2018 in Toronto.

Feb 15, 2018

Take a mid-winter break with Georgian Lakelands Chapter

Annual Ski Day set for Feb. 22, 2018.

Landscape Ontario’s Provincial Board of Directors at the AGM on Jan. 10, 2018.

Feb 15, 2018

LO AGM looked at past and future

Presidential gavel passes to Warren Patterson.

Jan 15, 2018

Growers gather to learn about challenges ahead

Impact of minimum wage hike among the many important issues discussed at annual dinner meeting.

Jan 15, 2018

Grounds management lecture coming in February

A number of great speakers round out the lineup for this year's event.

Jan 15, 2018

Educational evening for landscape contractors

Lectures for construction and grounds management professionals planned for Feb. 22, 2018.

Jan 15, 2018

Learn about plants at London Chapter event

London Chapter's Plant Symposium returns Feb. 9, 2018.

Jan 15, 2018

Growers to learn about production and marketing

LO's Growers' Sector Group prepares to host annual Short Course on Feb. 7, 2018.

Michael LaPorte accepts the Service and Leadership Award from Volunteer of the Year recipient Nick Solty.

Jan 15, 2018

Georgian Lakelands Chapter celebrates excellence

Awards were handed out at Casino Rama in Orillia, Ont., on Nov. 30.

Dec 15, 2017

Lighting Conference returns in February

Ninth annual event includes a wealth of information on new products and technical information.

Dec 15, 2017

GreenTrade Expo to celebrate 25 years

Milestone event plans to celebrate success.

Volunteers spent a day to prepare the grounds at the cemetery for Remembrance Day.

Dec 15, 2017

Ottawa Chapter preps military cemetery for Remembrance Day

12th annual Day of Tribute supports Canadian military and families.

Dec 15, 2017

LO promotes green initiatives at Canada Blooms

Planting trees and saving water are key messages to show visitors.

Sean Hayes and Connie Cadotte discuss the design principles of Fusion Landscaping.

Dec 15, 2017

LO members become Fusion Landscape Professionals

Companies on the leading edge of design principles that mange water and lessen impact on municipal infrastructure.

Dec 6, 2017

Members invited to LO AGM January 10

Get a recap of association activities from 2017 and hear what is planned for 2018 and the years ahead.

Owner Herman Ciardullo (left) with general manager Mark Poloniato.

Nov 29, 2017

Oakridge Landscape celebrates 25 years in business

Oakridge Landscape celebrated 25 years in business in November 2017.

Nov 29, 2017

In Memoriam Maria Putzer

Maria Putzer passed away peacefully on Nov. 27 with family at her side.

Students add mulch to one of 11 trees planted on the school grounds.

Nov 15, 2017

Tree donation inspires student learning

Trees donated to Catholic Elementary School in Oakville will be used as part of the curriculum.

Nov 15, 2017

Garden Club of Toronto recognized for support of campaign

Special plaques unveiled at Coroner's Office in Toronto.

Nov 15, 2017

Growers Group event to focus on labour changes and production costs

Great line up of speakers for this year's dinner meeting.

Tony DiGiovanni with Karen Michaud, executive director, Alumni Association of the Niagara Parks School of Horticulture.

Nov 15, 2017

Niagara Parks School honours Tony DiGiovanni

LO executive director receives Honorary Membership.

Nov 15, 2017

Georgian Lakelands holds putting challenge

Participants enjoyed a great day at Blue Mountain Village.

Snow contractors and supplies gather to prepare for the upcoming season.

Nov 15, 2017

Snow arrives early in Milton

Over 200 attendees attend sold-out conference and trade show.

Keith Osborne (left), with Brian Decker, Recognition Committee chair.

Oct 25, 2017

Plant propagators honour Keith Osborne

Osborne recognized for leadership and enthusiasm over the years with IPPS Eastern Region.

Oct 16, 2017

Growers hold successful Industry Auction

Brookdale Treeland Nurseries hosts 39th annual Industry Auction.

Oct 15, 2017

Free Congress pass gives LO members access to hands-on learning

Special code saves member companies $30 admission fee.

Chapter board members helped to serve the over 200 guests.

Oct 15, 2017

Family fun at annual chicken roast

Chapter's social event of the year draws over 200 guests.

Oct 15, 2017

LO member website gets new look

Website the first in a series of web updates planned by association staff.

Oct 15, 2017

Ball diamond winners of Waterloo

Team Promoshan wins 2017 chapter baseball tournament.

Oct 15, 2017

LO training courses set for offseason

Annual guide lists the many offseason courses available.

Growers Group chair John Mantel (left) presents Sheridan Nureries’ Rob Naraj with a certificate for their winning entry.

Oct 15, 2017

LO Growers Awards of Excellence winners 2017

Ontario growers recognized as producers of top quality nursery stock.

Sep 25, 2017

Where do LO dues dollars go

A breakdown of the various initiatives funded by LO member dues.

Trial garden manager Rodger Tschanz leads a tour of the Milton site.

Sep 15, 2017

New plants on display at annual open house

Guided tours of sites at GTI and LO give industry a look at new and exciting plants.

Sep 15, 2017

Battle on the ball diamonds

Seven teams compete for top spot at Richmond Green ball diamonds.

Sep 15, 2017

Nathan Helder named president of condominium group

Two-year term themed "Grassroots Leads to Relevancy."

Sep 15, 2017

Growers Group hires Jeanine West

New Grower Technical Analyst to support sector group.

Ray's Tree Service with LO's membership services team.

Sep 15, 2017

New member wins equipment from Makita

Congratulations Georgian Lakelands Chapter member, Ray's Tree Service.

Sep 15, 2017

Enter awards by Oct. 1

The "Heat is On" LO members to enter before the submission deadline.

Scott Duff (left) receives his award from a representative from Grant Thornton LLP.

Sep 15, 2017

Aura wins entrepreneur award in Niagara

St. Catharines, Ont.-based LO member Scott Duff recognized at awards evening.

Sep 15, 2017

Free leaf blower training video

Training video reminds equipment operators of best practices when working in residential areas.

Volunteers lay sod on Fetch Murphy Way in preparation for the Westport Green Street Challenge.

Sep 15, 2017

LO members help to green Westport Harbour

Green Street Challenge held June 30.

Chapter members attended the official opening of the garden on July 10.

Sep 15, 2017

Chapter unveils rehabilitation garden at Hamilton General

Hospital staff are excited about new garden to help with patient rehab and recovery.

The White Garden features elegant statuary.

Sep 6, 2017

Quinte Botanical Gardens now open

Tourist attraction promotes the health and environmental benefits of gardens along the busy Toronto-Montreal corridor in Eastern Ontario.

Sep 1, 2017

Ottawa Chapter raises over $10,000 for CHEO

Proceeds from annual golf tournament benefit Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario Foundation.

Aug 22, 2017

LO members win National Awards in 2017

International Landscaping and Garden Grove Landscaping recognized for excellence within Canada.

David Lammers (left) with the Excellence in Business Award, joined by his brother Paul Lammers, with the Safety Award.

Aug 14, 2017

Garden Grove wins major awards at Montreal symposium

Brothers David and Paul Lammers recognized for excellence and safety.

Aug 8, 2017

In Memoriam — Wray Williams

Wray Wiliams passed away peacefully on Aug. 5, 2017.

Jul 24, 2017

Enduring distinction for Monica van Maris

Monica van Maris receives inaugural award named in her honour.

Jul 24, 2017

New equipment arrives at Parkwood

Parkwood Estates in Oshawa has brand new maintenance equipment thanks to a strong partnership.

About 100 people attended the unveiling of the garden.

Jul 20, 2017

Windsor Chapter unveils Legacy Garden

Founding members of chapter are forever recognized in garden.

A solar-electric mower is used to maintain the HP property.

Jul 20, 2017

International Landscaping adds HP campus to electric maintenance portfolio

Solar electric mower used to maintain property.

Jul 15, 2017

LO dues invoices mailing mid-august

Members have option to pay online, over the phone or by mail.

Jul 15, 2017

Awards entry now open for LO members

More than 180 awards were handed out for exceptional projects in 2017.

LO members, staff and families celebrated Canada Day at home office.

Jul 15, 2017

LO celebrates legacy of association and Canada

Day pays tribute to three founding members.

Jul 15, 2017

Toronto Chapter bursary supports local greening projects

Committee selects 13 projects to share the $10,000 bursary funds.

Jul 15, 2017

Community groups unite for Garden Days

Several communities organized events to celebrate our love of gardening.

Jul 15, 2017

Brookdale Treeland Nurseries to host Industry Auction Sept. 12

Day will begin with farm tours at 10:00 a.m.

Jul 13, 2017

New charge-out rates available

Produced by LO's Grounds Management and Landscape Contractor Sector Groups.

Jun 15, 2017

Members can get leads for free

Free subscription to eLandscape added to list of member benefits.

Jun 15, 2017

Newest LO team member starts with a smile

Meghan Greaves staffs assocation's reception desk.

Jun 15, 2017

Celebrate Canada 150 with LO

Members invited to drop by the Milton site on June 21.

Jun 15, 2017

Proud Canadians

Members build Canada 150-themed garden.

Jun 15, 2017

Snowposium returns in 2017

Event to feature outdoor exhibits and full-day conference.

Material from the old bridge is crushed for use on the LO property.

Jun 15, 2017

Real-life recycling at LO home office

Highway expansion project provides crushed rock for use on LO site.

Jun 15, 2017

LO member LMN launches enhanced software

New features include electronic document storage and invoicing.

(L-R) Mark Cullen, Ken Jewett, Michael de Pencier and Tony DiGiovanni.

Jun 15, 2017

Founders recognized

Maple Leaves Forever pays tribute to Highway of Heroes.

Jun 15, 2017

Strong LO profile at Grey to Green Conference

LO executive director among the keynote speakers.

Kennedy Johnston (left) of Peter Knippel Nursery receiving a garden centre award from LO executive director, Tony DiGiovanni.

Jun 15, 2017

Garden centre awards program to open July 1

Annual competition recognizes innovative marketing efforts of retailers.

LO members gathered to commemorate an OMB decision in their favour.

Jun 15, 2017

Zoning victory for Hamilton members

Members gather to commemorate positive outcome.

Members of the Vanderkurk family accept a special plaque from LO’s Tony DiGiovanni.

Jun 15, 2017

Connon CBV open house

Customers get first look at newly renovated location in Waterdown, Ont.

A Dig Safe flag was raised at the LO home office in Milton to promote April as Dig Safe Month.

May 15, 2017

Milton declares April Dig Safe Month

Milton Mayor helps to hoist Dig Safe flag.

Participants got a chance to use Stihl power washers, blowers, trimmers and chain saws at the LO site in Milton.

May 15, 2017

STIHL hosts demo day at LO

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

May 15, 2017

Ready for spring

Golden Horseshoe Chapter event draws over 400 landscape pros.

Plants from Canada Blooms are enjoyed by residents of city-owned, long-term care homes.

May 15, 2017

Canada Blooms and City of Toronto celebrate 10 years of donations

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

(Seated L-R) Second World War veterans Lawrence Tomkins and Michael Boyer were present for a special tree planting in Toronto.

May 15, 2017

Vimy Oak planting commemorates historic anniversary

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

(L-R) Tony DiGiovanni and Cassandra Wiesner from Landscape Ontario accept an award from Deborah Martin-Downs, CAO of Credit Valley Conservation.

May 15, 2017

LO recognzied for water conservation

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

May 15, 2017

More members WSIP-certified on water efficiency

Training program ran March 7-8 in Milton.

Apr 16, 2017

New Executive Manager at Landscape Ontario

Association trade show manager takes on additional role.

Paul Brydges helps to promote career opportunities in the landscape and horticulture profession.

Apr 16, 2017

Students discover the success of horticulture

LO president promotes horticulture profession to young minds at Guelph trades fair.

Apr 16, 2017

Parkwood Estates and Durham College receive green equipment donation

Two robotic Husqvarna lawn mowers included in the new equipment.

Al Trimble (right) has learned a lot from teaching at Landscape Ontario for many years.

Apr 16, 2017

Alan Trimble learns from teaching

Trimble to retire from teaching after 14 years.

Apr 16, 2017

Thornbusch earns first accredited company designation

Designation verifies the company’s business practices and its commitment to education, customer service and professionalism.

The annual seed exchange gets local gardeners well-equipped for spring planting.

Apr 16, 2017

Seedy Saturday at Landscape Ontario

Milton hort society holds free annual event at LO home office.

LO members enjoyed above average temperatures on the ski slopes this year.

Apr 16, 2017

Early spring weather for Ski and Spa Day

Mid-winter break has been organized for over 20 years.

Landscape and grounds management contractors gathered to learn from each other at the annual lecture.

Apr 16, 2017

Contractors share at lecture event

Annual event draws about 100 participants.

Apr 15, 2017

Manderley recognized for business excellence

Ottawa area member named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies.

Mar 15, 2017

Two Chapters meet at GreenTrade Expo

Golden Horseshoe Chapter reps learn about event management at successful Ottawa show.

Mar 15, 2017

Kevin Forestell recognized by Fanshawe college

LO member receives 2016 Create Arts and Design Award.

Mar 15, 2017

Video library promotes rain gardens

Seven-part video series narrated by Canada's Gardener, Mark Cullen.

The prize table was so good that Paige Wentworth and Natasha Egorovenko had to get a van.

Mar 15, 2017

Impressive skills at annual squash tournament

Upper Canada Chapter holds sixth annual, fun, sporting event.

Mar 15, 2017

Get ready for spring

Chapter event to take place March 28 at the Ancaster Fairgrounds.

Mar 15, 2017

Conference reflects growth in lighting sector

Capacity crowd of lighting contractors enjoy a full-day of education and networking.

The Growers Short Course shares the latest research, techniques and technology.

Mar 15, 2017

Latest technologies and techniques for growers

Growers Short Course provides a wealth of information to help improve production and efficiency.

Feb 18, 2017

In Memoriam — Paul Grobe

Founding Waterloo Chapter member passed away Feb. 17.

Feb 15, 2017

Apply now for irrigation certification program

Program to run March 7-8 at Landscape Ontario home office in Milton.

Feb 15, 2017

Landscape Ontario pledges $100,000 to GTI

Site development for the new facility commenced in late September of 2016.

A new program will allow graduates to explore areas of landscaping before choosing their career.

Feb 15, 2017

Gelderman offers unique graduate program

Graduate program designed to help the next generation of landscape professionals.

Feb 15, 2017

Learn to diagnose common pests

Seminar to teach in-depth knowledge of pest identification, with emphasis on early detection.

Feb 15, 2017

Learning event for all contractors

Annual Landscape Lecture event to be held Feb. 28.

Feb 15, 2017

LO adds Eastern Ontario manager

Based in Westport, Ont., Wenneberg began her role back in November 2016.

Members of Landscape Ontario’s Provincial Board of Directors assemble for a group photo at an annual general meeting held Jan. 11.

Feb 15, 2017

Leadership highlighted at AGM

Small changes to association's Provincial Board of Directors.

Feb 15, 2017

In Memoriam - Eva Adams

Founder of R.M. Adams Trucking and Adams Landscape Supply passed away Jan. 23.

Jan 15, 2017

Chapter Ski and Spa Day returns Feb. 23

Members to hit the slopes for the twentieth straight year.

Jan 15, 2017

Plant Symposium coming to London Feb. 17

Event to include buffet lunch, marketplace, door prizes and guest speakers.

Jan 15, 2017

Aura Landscaping wins Consumer Choice Award

LO member named top landscape contractor in the greater Hamilton and Niagara Region.

Jan 15, 2017

Ottawa Chapter to host awards night and annual trade show

Gala and casino night to be held Feb. 14 at the EY Centre in Ottawa.

Jan 15, 2017

Nursery growers short course on Feb. 15

Annual event to share the latest research and information for the growing community.

Jan 15, 2017

Lighting Conference moves to Brampton

LO sector group event promises a day of programming for seasoned contractors.

Jan 15, 2017

Triple the fun with two lectures and dinner

Contractors and maintenance pros gather at annual event to share ideas and learn from each other.

Jan 15, 2017

LO members offered discount on Canada Blooms tickets

Discounted tickets make great gifts for suppliers, clients and employees.

After the presentations, growers took the opportunity to discuss policies and factors that affect their business operations.

Jan 15, 2017

Growers look to the future

LO Growers Group annual Fall Dinner Meeting provides a great venue for growers to share and engage.

Nick Solty accepts an award from Teresa Matamoros.

Jan 15, 2017

Chapter recognizes members for second straight year

Georgian Lakelands Chapter awards evening celebrates suppliers and volunteers.

Dec 15, 2016

Horticulture library donation

Over 200 volumes of garden and design books donated to association.

Dec 15, 2016

Happy retirement Bob Allen

London Chapter recognizes many years of contribution and volunteer efforts.

Visitors to the LO home office in Milton are now welcomed by a new green area thanks to a donation from Zander Sod.

Dec 15, 2016

More green at LO home office

Zander Sod donates over 12,000 sq. ft. of sod.

Dec 15, 2016

Fire up your staff on apprenticeship

New flyer available to help motivate staff on learning opportunities.

Dec 15, 2016

Member helps to restore war memorial

Paul Doornbos recognized for volunteer efforts in Gananoque's Town Park.

Students from St. Joan of Arc Catholic Secondary School plant over 6,000 bulbs around the LO site.

Dec 15, 2016

Students plant bulbs

LO home office provides some outdoor education.

Ottawa Chapter volunteers worked with members of the Canadian Armed Forces at Canada’s National Military Cemetery.

Dec 15, 2016

Ottawa Chapter prepares Beechwood for Remembrance Day

Annual volunteer effort now in its second decade.

St. Clair College students worked with chapter member volunteers to build a legacy garden in Windsor.

Dec 15, 2016

A lasting legacy in Windsor

New garden to recognize pioneers, leaders, and those who have helped to promote the association.

Nov 15, 2016

Snow contractors honour David Lammers

LO member receives 2016 Leadership Award.

Nov 10, 2016

In Memoriam - Hank Deenen

Hendricus Martinus Deenen, founder of Hank Deenen Landscaping Limited, passed away peacefully at the age of 91.

Nov 3, 2016

Gro-Bark holds industry open house

Industry invited to tour the company’s new headquarters in Caledon, Ont.

Nov 3, 2016

Members land on Top 100 snow list

Companies were honoured at a special awards dinner at in Fort Myers, Fla. last August.

Nov 3, 2016

Golden Horseshoe Chapter thinks spring

Annual event to return to Ancaster Fairgrounds in 2017.

Clintar’s Terry Nicholson (left) explains the positive effects of trees to a group of students at German Mills Public School in Markham.

Nov 3, 2016

Members celebrate National Tree Day

Pros help to green local communities.

The LO presence at Canada Blooms will feature gardens that showcase the simplicity of gardening in each of the four seasons.

Nov 3, 2016

LO gardens to promote Highway of Heroes Living Tribute

Gardens to showcase each of the four seasons.

Nov 3, 2016

LO members can attend Congress for free

Special code provides access to over 600 exhibitors on over eight acres of show floor.

The winning team: Clintar Landscape Management, Kitchener.

Nov 3, 2016

Clintar wins Waterloo Baseball Tournament

Seven teams from across Waterloo and Wellington counties competed in this year's tournament.

Nov 3, 2016

Amy Buchanan joins LO Events team

Buchanan brings 15 years of experience in event management to LO’s trade show department

Nov 3, 2016

LO to hold AGM Jan. 12

Members are invited to have their say and enjoy breakfast.

Mark Cullen, (centre) Board Chair of the Living Tribute, joined by cousin Bruce Cullen (left), recently retired as head groundskeeper of the Metro Toronto Zoo, and Norm Mills (right), President of Landscape Ontario’s Durham Chapter.

Nov 3, 2016

Durham members plant trees for HOH

Organizers give special thanks to LO members.

(l-r): Garden Days national spokesperson for English Canada, Frankie Flowers; Karen Stephenson, Scotts Canada; Larry Hodgson, National Spokesperson for Garden Days for French Canada; Michel Gauthier, Executive Director, Canadian Garden Council launch a new exhibit at the Museum of Nature in Ottawa.

Nov 1, 2016

Garden days celebrated across Ontario

Many members and organizations participated in local events to celebrate their love for gardening.

Joseph Brant Hospital in Burlington, Ont., has a new outdoor space for patients thanks to LO members and The Angel Project.

Nov 1, 2016

LO and Connon support terrace garden project

New outdoor space created at Joseph Brant Hospital in Burlington.

LO staff Cassandra Wiesner (left) and Gregory Sumsion moving the bees into their new home.

Nov 1, 2016

Bees arrive at LO home office

New pollinator demonstration garden at home office in Milton.

Nov 1, 2016

New Training, Education and Labour Development Manager

Jeff Hicks joins LO home office team.

Participants building a pondless waterfall on the LO site in Milton, Ont.

Nov 1, 2016

Pondless waterfall built at LO home office

Visitors can now see a beautiful pondless waterfall on the north side of the entranceway.

Nov 1, 2016

LO now accepting entries for annual Awards program

Winning an Award of Excellence is a great way to market your company.

Nov 1, 2016

Industry Auction coming in September

Dutchmaster Nurseries to play host Sept. 16.

LO home office raised the Dig Safe flag to mark Dig Safe Month in Milton with Acting Mayor Cindy Lunau in attendance.

Nov 1, 2016

Dig Safe Day at LO home office

Event promotes the need to call before you dig.

Keynote panel left to right, Tony DiGiovanni; Paul Ronan, OPA; Christine Zimmer, Credit Valley Conservation and Janet McKay, LEAF and Green Infrastructure Ontario Coalition.

Nov 1, 2016

Conference promotes green infrastructure

Grey to Green Conference offered nearly 20 presentations, training, a mini-trade show and tours.

Nov 1, 2016

Dozr wins $100K at Rev Demo Day

Member receives $100,000 prize.

Charlie Wilson from Bruce Wilson Landscaping.

Oct 23, 2016

LO members win big at National Awards of Landscape Excellence

Ontario companies take home four of five national awards up for grabs.

Open house visitors tour the many changes made to the Milton site earlier this year.

Oct 23, 2016

Trial garden open house

New and exciting plants on display at LO home office and Guelph sites.

Oct 23, 2016

Chapter awards Banting bursary

Grade 12 student Nathaniel Brinkman receives the chapter’s bursary award.

Oct 23, 2016

Irrigation group forms

Interested professionals must bill at least $1 million in irrigation service.

Oct 23, 2016

Member assists with local school garden project

Sam Sherratt School now has an outdoor classroom thanks to Mark Fisher and the Escarpment Company.

Family Day attendees work off their lunch during a pick-up game of volleyball at Bingemans.

Oct 23, 2016

Waterloo Chapter families stay cool

Members spend a day with family at Bingemans Park in Waterloo.

The Anderson Parkette Biodiversity Garden in Oakville, Ont.

Oct 23, 2016

Member recognized for biodiversity garden

Perennial Plant Association pays tribute to the work of Sean James.

Wright Landscape will celebrate 50 years of operations on Sept. 22.

Oct 23, 2016

Wright Landscape celebrating 50 years

One-man lawn care operation was started by John and Ruth Wright.

LO members worked on a different kind of green at the Georgian Lakelands Chapter Putting Challenge.

Oct 22, 2016

Members putt at Blue Mountain

Fun-filled day made possible by sponsors and volunteers.

Charcoal cooked chicken, led by Paul DeGroot (right), is the cornerstone of the Golden Horseshoe Chapter’s annual social event.

Oct 22, 2016

Chapter hosts fun-filled Chicken Roast

Over 200 people attend annual family event hosted by Ferrell Builders' Supply in Hamilton, Ont.

Dave Wright (left) accepts a plaque from LO President Paul Brydges.

Oct 22, 2016

Wright Landscape celebrates anniversary

Bloomingdale, Ont., business was founded 50 years ago by the late John and Ruth Wright.

Oct 22, 2016

Course offerings available from Landscape Ontario

Association releases 2016-2017 seminar guide with offseason training opportunities for landscape pros.

LO Executive Director Tony DiGiovanni (right) planted a Stewartia at Cuddy Gardens alongside the first (Tim Elliott, left) and most recent (Easton Klaudi) recipients of the Tony DiGiovanni Scholarship.

Oct 22, 2016

OHTF scholarships presented at Cuddy Gardens

Event gives students a peak at amazing gardens that become a big part of their college experience.

Staff from Dutchmaster Nurseries, hosts of this year’s auction.

Oct 22, 2016

Dutchmaster Nurseries hosts Growers’ Industry Auction

Annual event enjoys good weather for 38th edition.

Sep 15, 2016

Certification coming to Kemptville sept. 30

Eastern Ontario pros can verify their skills at the upcoming test day.

Aug 16, 2016

In Memoriam — Jes Petersen

Founder of Petersen's Turf Farms passed away at the age of 92.

Jul 28, 2016

In Memoriam - Josef Verbancic

Verbancic Tree Supply and Landscaping founder passed away at the age of 79.

Jul 15, 2016

Milton Garden Day proclamation

Tree planted in Sunny Mount Park to mark the occasion.

Scholarship recipients are recognized at an awards ceremony in January.

Jun 15, 2016

OHTF scholarship deadline June 30

Over $50,000 available to high school and post-secondary students across the province.

Ann Evers (left) and Windsor Chapter member, Lex Kraft attend a tree dedication ceremony to honour the late Fred Evers in Kingsville, Ont.

Jun 15, 2016

Windsor Chapter remembers industry pioneer

Tree dedicated to honour industry pioneer, Fred Evers.

Jun 15, 2016

Dutchmaster to host Industry Auction Sept. 16

Annual Growers Group event to be hosted by Pickering, Ont., nursery.

One of the many stations set up at Sipkens garden centre to educate and inspire young gardeners.

Jun 15, 2016

Sipkens inspires a new generation

Event offered young gardeners various stations to learn and create.

Jun 15, 2016

Windermere to celebrate 40 years in business

Owners Richard and Colleen Emmons will be holding a BBQ luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Jun 15, 2016

Committee told all lighting installations require permit

Lighting installers should be aware of five key issues required by the ESA when installing outdoor lighting.

Volunteers from both the green profession and the local community performed the fourth annual spring clean-up of St. James Park in Toronto. Photo by Dave Smith.

Jun 15, 2016

Volunteers revitalize St. James Park

Fourth annual spring clean-up took place April 23 in Toronto, Ont.

Jun 14, 2016

In Memoriam - Mary Beth Brown

Sheridan Nurseries marketing manager passed away June 5.

Jun 1, 2016

In Memoriam — Hugh McCracken

Owner of McCracken's Landscaping and Garden Centre in Brantford passed away Oct. 18.

Safety education continues to be a large reason why professionals attend the Golden Horseshoe Chapter’s Gear Up For Spring event.

May 15, 2016

Golden Horseshoe Chapter gears up for Spring

Landscape pros attended the chapter’s Gear Up For Spring event at Ancaster Fairgrounds.

Martha Walsh, Sally Harvey and Theresa Whalen.

May 15, 2016

LO introduces Eastern Ontario team

Pilot project will see Theresa Whalen assist Ottawa and Upper Canada Chapters.

May 15, 2016

Two chapters tour Sheridan Nurseries

London and Golden Horseshoe members enjoy a tour, speakers and lunch.

Expo's move to Congress in 2017 will unite all sectors of the landscape profession under one roof.

May 15, 2016

Garden Expo coming home to Congress 2017

A number of enhancements aimed at creating a defined footprint and education for garden centre operators at the show.

May 15, 2016

Thanks for a job well done

Garden build team recognizes Paul Brydges for outstanding design, messaging and role.

May 15, 2016

Chapter bursaries presented in Niagara

Golden Horseshoe Chapter board members attended ceremony to make presentation to students.

May 15, 2016

GMC admin fee increases

First fee has increase since the program began in 1998.

May 15, 2016

LO promotes training for garden centre workers

Members receive exclusive pricing on training videos from LS Training.

May 15, 2016

Gelderman receives employer award

Burlington Chamber of Commerce makes special presentation at an awards gala held April 7.

May 15, 2016

Ontario hosts association executives

Annual conference included sessions on labour, marketing and decision-making.

May 15, 2016

Feedback needed on Ontario woody plants

Help designers and growers to collect information on all woody plants grown in Ontario.

Canadale Nurseries held its ninth annual Spring Garden Show in St. Thomas, Ont. on Mar. 18-20. Featuring vendors, landscape displays, seminars, workshops and lots of fun family activities, the popular event also raises funds for charity.This year, Canadale is pleased to announce $4,300 was raised for the St. Thomas Hospital.

Apr 15, 2016

Canadale kicks-off spring

Annual Spring Garden Show held Mar.18-20 in St. Thomas, Ont.

Prizes were awarded during the après ski at Osler.

Apr 15, 2016

Another great day on the slopes

Members enjoy a great day at Osler Bluff Ski Club on Feb. 25.

The Milton & District Horticultural Society held its first-ever Seedy Saturday event in Milton at the LO home office on Feb. 27. A fun time was had by the over 150 attendees who arrived to swap seeds, visit with over 20 horticulture exhibitors and attend any of the 12 seminars ranging in topics such as toxic plants, worm composting and attracting butterflies to the garden. Special thanks to LO’s Cassandra Wiesner and David Turnbull for helping to make the event possible.

Apr 15, 2016

Seedy Saturday in Milton

Milton hort. society holds new event at LO home office.

Apr 15, 2016

Road closure at LO Milton office

Bridge construction means association home office only accessible via Steeles Ave. to the north.

Eric Miltner, Koch Turf and Ornamentals, opened the lecture event.

Apr 15, 2016

Grounds management added to popular lecture series

Day of educational sessions held in Mississauga, Ont., Feb. 24.

Mar 15, 2016

Industry gifts LO a new loading dock

Members step up to upgraded deteriorating loading facility at Landscape Ontario home office.

Upper Canada Chapter members prove competition can be fun at the squash tournament.

Mar 15, 2016

Upper Canada Chapter members have a ball at squash tournament

Fifth annual event featured spirited competition and lots of fun.

Lucky prize winner, Lutfi Dragusha of Target Group Services, Stoney Creek, was presented with the prize by Barry Collens, National Manager, Outdoor Power Equipment, Makita Canada.

Mar 15, 2016

LO member campaign rewards new member

Target Group Services wins prize pack from Makita Canada.

Landscape Ontario executive director Tony DiGiovanni (left) presented Frank Pacitto and Remo (Ray) Pignatelli of Best Way Stone with a commemorative plaque in honour of the company’s 50th anniversary.

Mar 15, 2016

Best Way Stone celebrates 50 years

Family business founded in 1965 by Italian immigrant.

Event speaker Mark Carlson (left) shows one of his landscape lighting plans to Carl Hastings of Moonstruck Lighting.

Mar 15, 2016

Lots of bright ideas at lighting conference

Lighting pros learn from three industry experts from across North America.

The Nursery Growers’ Short Course also featured some exhibitors and offered networking opportunities during the day.

Mar 15, 2016

Growers share good ideas

Latest research presented at annual gathering of Ontario growers.

Mar 1, 2016

In Memoriam — Eva Kraus

Beloved wife of the late Victor Kraus passed away peacefully on Feb. 26.

Feb 15, 2016

Allan Dennis retires from LO

Landscape Ontario magazine editor begins a new chapter.

Feb 15, 2016

New branches for Gelderman Landscape Services

Company names branch managers for each location.

Feb 15, 2016

Ask a wellness expert now available

Available 24/7, the online feature gives employees the opportunity to ask questions about nutrition, fitness, or any other health and wellness related inquiries.

Members of the Landscape Ontario Provincial Board of Directors took time for a group photo at the AGM on Jan. 13, 2016.

Feb 15, 2016

AGM reflects LO’s energy

Dave Braun passes the presidency to Paul Brydges.

The Landscape Lighting Conference has continued to grow over its six years of existence.

Jan 15, 2016

Lighting Conference returns to Teatro

Seventh annual event to be held in Milton, Ont.

Jan 15, 2016

In Memoriam - Lambertus ‘Bert’ Hogeveen

Hogeveen served as Ottawa Chapter president in the 1980s.

Jan 15, 2016

LO members offered discount on Canada Blooms 2016 tickets

Tickets make a great gift for friends, family, employees and clients.

Jan 15, 2016

Soccer association honours Casey van Maris

York Region Soccer Association officially inducts LO past president into Hall of Fame.

Jan 15, 2016

Growers Short Course on Feb. 9

Keynote speaker, Dr. Heinrich Losing from Germany will headline the event.

Jan 15, 2016

Former LO president announces his retirement

Owner and operator of RW Allen Horticulture Services has 41 years of experience.

Jan 15, 2016

Canada Blooms will party in its 20th year

Event to mark milestone anniversary March 11-20 in Toronto.

Jan 15, 2016

Dutchmaster qualifies for world title

Ornamental grower to compete in international competition.

Jan 15, 2016

Awards of Distinction Gala adds new member award categories

Second annual gala event recognizes top suppliers and volunteers in the Ottawa Chapter.

Jan 15, 2016

Free jobs resource for landscape industry

New website created in response to feedback from industry members.

Andrew Beattie CIT, of Ideal Landscape Services in Barrie, was voted Best LO Chapter Boss.

Jan 15, 2016

Inaugural Georgian Lakelands Awards of Distinction a big hit

New awards evening recognizes members within the Georgian Lakelands Chapter.

Jan 15, 2016

Landscape Ontario Connects you with a partner

New program aims to connect companies going through the same issue.

Nov 15, 2015

GreenTrade Expo has great plans on the horizon

Bruce Morton, Ottawa director and chair of GreenTrade Expo, has announced two great changes happening for GreenTrade Expo in 2016 and 2017.

Nov 15, 2015

London Chapter continues support of Parkway project

Oct. 3 saw a large number of volunteers brave wind and cold to plant 300 trees along the Parkway.

It was a proud time for members of Toronto Chapter when they took part in the official opening of the first universally accessible school yard at James Robinson Public School in Markham.

Nov 15, 2015

Toronto members create unique accessibility project at Markham school

Members of Toronto Chapter are being hailed for making green space history in York Region.

Nov 15, 2015

Gelderman landscape giveaway

Gelderman Landscape Services celebrated its 60th anniversary by offering a $10,000 new landscape giveaway.

Nov 15, 2015

Gerberas named plant of the year by Canada Blooms

Canada Blooms has announced the Garvinea Sweet series of gerberas as its 2016 plant of the year.

Members of the Waterloo Chapter were on hand to officially open the outdoor classroom at Sir Isaac Brock Public School in Guelph.

Nov 15, 2015

Waterloo Chapter brings outdoor classroom to Guelph school

Sir Isaac Brock Public School in Guelph was the site of this year’s Waterloo Chapter school greening project.

Family members of John Wright, Peter Olsen and Casey van Maris gathered for ceremonial tree plantings on Oct. 21 at LO home office.

Nov 15, 2015

Memorial tree planting honours industry pioneers

A ceremonial tree planting honoured the memories of three members whose work “benefited the future of generations working in the industry.”

2015-2016 Professional Development Guide

Oct 15, 2015

Professional Development Seminar Guide now available for 2015-2016

Over 130 seminars offered across the province.

Oct 15, 2015

Ottawa hosts first member appreciation day

Ottawa Chapter’s first member appreciation day on Sept. 2.

Oct 15, 2015

In Memoriam - John Northwood

John Northwood passed away peacefully on June 16, 2015, in his 86th year.

Michael LaPorte CLT, event chair of the Georgian Lakelands Putting Challenge, was pleased with the turnout at the second annual event.

Oct 15, 2015

Georgian Lakelands hosts popular putting contest

The Second Annual Georgian Lakelands Putting Challenge was a resounding success.

Oct 15, 2015

Museum of Nature in Ottawa features new landscapes

Ottawa underwent a landscape transformation with the installation of Landscapes of Canada Gardens.

Members of Windsor Chapter lent their creative talents to improve the Safety Village of Windsor. In photo, from left, are some of those members, Dan Garlatti, Joe Santarossa Jr., Chris Power, Darren O’Grady and Sal Costante.

Oct 15, 2015

Windsor members expand project at Children’s Safety Village

Windsor Chapter members are pleased and proud to have completed another community-based project for the Windsor/Essex County Region.

Oct 15, 2015

Granite companies merge

Muskoka Rock Company and Boulder Brothers have announced the merger of the two companies.

The Arbordale team members are shown in photo after winning the championship. Front row, from left, Martin Zettel, Lucas Kennedy, Mike Brandolino and Blake Tubby; second row, from left, Chris Fazzari, Adam Young, Tiffany Williams and Samantha Tubby; back row, from left, Mark Hoey and Ryan Kent. Missing from photo are Bob Tubby, Andrew Arseneau and Ani Arseneau.

Oct 15, 2015

Arbordale wins Toronto baseball tournament

The annual baseball tournament has grown into one of the most popular summer events organized by the Toronto Chapter.

Oct 15, 2015

Saugeen Dry Stone Festival attracts people from U.S. and England

Nearly 2,000 people took part in the Saugeen Dry Stone Festival, from Aug. 15 to 17, from as far away as England and parts of the U.S.

Oct 15, 2015

LO helps Hamilton Victory Gardens with $3,000 donation

There were smiles all-around when Landscape Ontario and the Golden Horseshoe Chapter handed Hamilton Victory Gardens (HVG) $3,000 on Sept. 1.

The highlight of this year’s Trial Garden Open House was a tour of the beautiful setting led by garden manager Rodger Tschanz.

Oct 15, 2015

Attendance is best ever at ninth annual trial garden open house

The 2015 Trial Gardens Open House had one of the best attendance records ever in the nine-year history of the event.

Sep 15, 2015

LO members and students create garden

“If we have stuff growing in the garden, we’ll harvest it and put it on the lunch tables.”

Students, staff and LO members celebrated the completion of the outdoor classroom and garden at Elgin Court Public School in St. Thomas.

Sep 15, 2015

Community building at St. Thomas school

Several Landscape Ontario members participated in a project to turn a bare school courtyard into a green, outdoor classroom.

Was Waterloo Chapter’s first-ever Family Day a fun time? Just ask the people in this photo. The success of the first year, has organizers looking ahead to next year’s event.

Sep 15, 2015

First Waterloo Family Day a big success

The first annual Waterloo Chapter Family Day was a huge success.

Sep 15, 2015

In Memoriam — Peter Olsen

Peter Olsen of Royal City Nursery passed away on July 8, 2015.

From left, Hanover businessman, Bill Roseborough, who approached Landscape Ontario members Paul Brydges of Brydges Landscape Architecture and Tim Kraemer of Ground Effects Landscapes, to design, build the structure and landscape the area of the Country Meadow Estates Rest Area in Hanover.

Sep 15, 2015

LO members help honour Hanover developer

Over 150 people in the small community of Hanover, turned out on June 27, 2015.

Sep 15, 2015

LO home office hosts Landscape Industry Certified exams

Candidates, judges and volunteers arrived at the Landscape Ontario home office in Milton on Aug. 6 to take part in the Landscape Industry Certified testing.

Sep 15, 2015

Enter awards before Oct. 1

By this point in the season members and crews are tired; daylight fades faster, as does one’s energy.

Students from the Horticultural Industries Program at Algonquin College had some hands-on instruction from LO members at the Cancer Survivors’ Park, at top. Below, LO members donated their time in both the Park’s maintenance and instructing the students.

Sep 15, 2015

Ottawa helps students while maintaining Cancer Survivors’ Park

Ottawa Chapter continues to maintain the Richard and Annette Bloch Cancer Surviviors’ Park, located on 4.5 acres in Ottawa’s Alta Vista neighbourhood.

Sep 15, 2015

MacRae named to CAEM board

Heather MacRae has been selected to sit on the CAEM board of directors.

Sep 15, 2015

Nursery closing with Leno Mori’s retirement

Mori Nurseries in Niagara-on-the-Lake announced it will close down its operation by Nov. 30, 2015.

Thrive ‘15 brings together three great events under one roof, on Sept. 16-17, at Ancaster Fairgrounds. Garden Expo, Industry Auction and Snowposium will provide a varied and worthwhile variety of attractions.

Sep 15, 2015

Excitement and anticipation builds for Thrive ’15

Some long-time and traditional Landscape Ontario events will have a different look in new location this year.

Fred Somerville, left, takes the opportunity to thank MPP Jim Wilson for his work to see the Christmas Tree Day Act pass through the provincial legislature.

Jul 15, 2015

LO member achieves Christmas Tree Day in Ontario

Thanks to Fred Somerville of Somerville Nurseries, the first Saturday in December is now Christmas Tree Day in Ontario.

Jul 15, 2015

Oak commemorates OHS

Each year Landscape Ontario donates a tree to be planted to mark the annual meeting of the Ontario Horticultural Society.

Jul 15, 2015

Landscapers canoe river to raise funds

Derek Lippert CLP and JP Bartle of Quiet Nature in Ayr set out on a 275 km canoe trip to raise money for the Grand River Conservation Authority.

Jul 15, 2015

Ann Todt receives Entrepreneur of the Year Award

Owner of Dirt Girl Landscaping of Queensville, received this year’s East Gwillimbury Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

Landscape Ontario’s Industry Auction is just one of the great events being held at Thrive ‘15.

Jul 15, 2015

Thrive ’15 is this year’s exciting new event

The power of Landscape Ontario as an association is to provide a community of like-minded professionals with face-to-face encounters and opportunities to develop and build positive and stronger relationships.

Jul 15, 2015

Let your company shine through the Awards of Excellence

Let your company shine through Landscape Ontario’s Awards of Excellence program.

Trial Garden manager Rodger Tschanz prepares to plant the vast selection of new annuals this year.

Jul 15, 2015

Trial Garden open house set for Aug. 20, 2015

The 2015 Trial Garden at Landscape Ontario is planted and will be at its peak in late July and August.

Jun 15, 2015

In Memoriam Otto Müller

Otto Müller died peacefully in his sleep on the morning of May 14, 2015.

Jun 15, 2015

Scott Wentworth Landscape Group wins CSLA award

Scott Wentworth Landscape Group of Picton received a Regional Citation for the Lake Ontario Park Revitalization Project in Kingston.

Jun 15, 2015

Social media contest

Those who have achieved Landscape Industry Certification, such as CLT, CLP, or CLD, are eligible for a $500 cash prize.

Jun 15, 2015

Outdoor hardscape showcase

Unilock recently hosted an event celebrating completion of its Outdoor Idea Centre.

Jun 15, 2015

Otium winner manages 777 sit-ups

The winners are...

Jun 15, 2015

First Landscape Industry Certified exams in July

Those taking part in this year’s Landscape Industry Certified exams will only require one day instead of the traditional two for practical and written tests.

Jun 15, 2015

New project will mentor women in horticulture

MicroSkills and Landscape Ontario are working together on a new project entitled, Advancing Women in Horticulture through Mentorship.

Jun 15, 2015

Garden Expo continues relevance to industry

Stay up-to-date with new and emerging trends in the retail industry this September at Landscape Ontario’s 16th edition of Garden Expo.

Jun 15, 2015

Work underway to launch Flora Canada 2017

Landscape Ontario and CNLA are gathering support for Flora Canada 2017.

Jun 15, 2015

Garden centre awards entries open July 1, 2015

Garden Centres come in all shapes and sizes

Jun 15, 2015

Industry Auction features grower awards

Each year at Landscape Ontario’s Industry Auction, growers have an opportunity to showcase their best plant material and enter the Awards of Excellence Program.

It became official on May 28, when Landscape Ontario sold 24.16 acres of excess property to Broccolini, a development and construction company.

Jun 15, 2015

Property sale, major step in LO history

Back in 1994, the $1.24 million purchase of a 46-acre new home for Landscape Ontario was termed, “the deal of the century.”

John Lien, left, and Jay Terryberry were among Windsor Chapter members who manned the information booth at the Windsor Home and Garden Show.

May 15, 2015

Windsor Chapter promotes LO members

Windsor Chapter was one of 260 exhibitors to have space at the Windsor Home and Garden Show.

May 15, 2015

Karl Stensson wins Alumni Award of Excellence

Karl Stensson has been named a winner of The University of Guelph Alumni Association (UGAA) Alumni Awards of Excellence.

May 15, 2015

Upper Canada Chapter transforms hospital entrance

Members of Upper Canada Chapter took the opportunity to give back to their community.

May 15, 2015

Thrive announces LO’s Snowposium joins event roster

Each of the featured events brings something different to Thrive.

A hands-on truck inspection brought everyone outside during the Gear Up for Spring Event.

May 15, 2015

Gear Up for Spring event continues amazing growth

Golden Horseshoe Chapter’s Gear up for Spring Trade Show and Presentation continued its expansion in attractions and attendance.

Apr 15, 2015

In memoriam — Neil Pike

Neil Edward Pike died suddenly on Mar. 18, 2015 at the age of 64.

Apr 15, 2015

In memoriam — David Graham Ritchie

David Graham Ritchie, in his 88th year, passed away on Feb. 27, 2015.

Apr 15, 2015

Georgian Lakelands holds annual Ski and Spa Day in 2015

Annual mid-winter event held at Craigleith Ski Club had a good turnout for its 18th year.

Apr 15, 2015

In memoriam — Ed Elzinga

Connon NVK announced the passing of Ed Elzinga, on Mar. 15, 2015.

Apr 15, 2015

In memoriam — Hans Joerg Fischer

The landscape industry lost a truly dedicated and knowledgeable landscape professional with the passing of Hans Joerg Fischer.

Richard Rogers welcomes new owner of R.J. Rogers Landscaping, Geoffrey Pratt.

Apr 15, 2015

R.J. Rogers announces change of ownership

Richard Rogers, of R.J. Rogers Landscaping of North Gower, has retired from his ownership of the company. He founded the company in 1982.

Apr 15, 2015

Canadale celebrates 60 years

Canadale Nurseries recently held its eighth annual home and garden show in St. Thomas with over 5,000 visitors taking in the event.

Apr 15, 2015

Paver customers enjoy plant tour

Oaks by Brampton Brick hosted a well-attended customer appreciation day on Mar. 24.

The annual landscape lighting conference was a great time for attendeees to view the latest items on the market.

Apr 15, 2015

Lighting conference spotlights getting ready for the season

The 6th annual Landscape Lighting Conference continues to grow through the efforts of the Landscape Ontario’s Landscape Lighting Sector Group.

The final meeting of the season for the London Chapter saw an amazing attendance of 165 members to hear the energetic Jim Paluch.

Apr 15, 2015

London Chapter has great attendance to end year

London Chapter ended its season of Chapter meetings with two hugely successful meetings.

Apr 15, 2015

Contractors’ Lecture and Dinner was bustling event

The Feb. 18 Contractors’ Lecture and Dinner event had a great turnout with 100 contractors, designers and suppliers in attendance.

Mar 15, 2015

In memoriam — Steven Petersen

Co-owner of Petersen’s Turf Farm in Osgoode, Steven Petersen died tragically on Feb. 16, at the age of 46.

Mar 15, 2015

In memoriam — John Somerville

Industry pioneer John Somerville passed away on Feb. 12.

Mar 15, 2015

Ottawa Chapter to create dream garden

The garden, which measures 2,800 sq. ft., will be a celebration of the Canadian landscape and the rich history of horticulture in our nation’s Capital.

Nurseries and garden centres taking part in the Grow Me Instead program will display posters such as this one.

Mar 15, 2015

LO members help combat invasive plants

Ed Horlings, owner of Horlings Garden Centre in Peterborough and member of Landscape Ontario, is always looking for new products, information and services for his customers.

Mar 15, 2015

Members attend New York event

Two members of Landscape Ontario, Michael LaPorte CLT and Paul DeGroot, took the opportunity to learn about a neighbouring landscape association.

Good times, good food and good squash were the order of the day for all of the participants at 4th Annual ‘I Was There’ squash event in Trenton.

Mar 15, 2015

Upper Canada Chapter continues fun with squash tournament

It was quite the tournament! Upper Canada Chapter held its 4th Annual ‘I Was There’ squash event in Trenton on Feb. 17.

Mar 15, 2015

Family Skate Day

On Feb. 16, over 90 Landscape Ontario members and their families were treated to a fun Family Skate Day, hosted by Golden Horseshoe Chapter.

Mar 15, 2015

Quiet Nature duo ready for fourth annual canoe trek

Lippert and Bartle hope to increase awareness of watershed and the environmental issues facing the watershed, while highlighting the river’s tourism and social importance.

Mar 15, 2015

Next Peer to Peer event in Oshawa

Following the launch of the new Landscape Ontario Peer to Peer Network at Congress, Tim Kearney and Jacki Hart are ready for the next event.

Mar 15, 2015

Growers happy with Short Course returning to Royal Botanical Gardens

Most attendees at this year’s Nursery Growers’ Short Course on Feb. 4 were happy to return to Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington.

From left, following the minister’s announcement, are Abhimanyu Verma, volunteer chair for Microskills, Dr. K. Kellie Leitch, Tony DiGiovanni and Jane Wilson, project coordinator at Microskills.

Mar 15, 2015

Minister announces funding to help women succeed in green industry

Community MicroSkills Development Centre is receiving $250,000 to support the economic success of women in the landscape and horticulture industries through new mentorship opportunities.

Feb 15, 2015

In Memoriam — Joan Intven

Joan Intven passed away peacefully on January 9, 2015 in her 95th year, surrounded by her loving family.

Feb 15, 2015

Upper Canada Chapter hosting annual squash tournament

Join fellow LO members at Boyd’s Gym, 8 Trenton St., Trenton, on Feb. 17, starting at 10 a.m. for a fun day of squash, entitled ‘I Was There IV.’

Be it skiing or relaxing in the amazing spa, Georgian Lakelands Chapter’s annual event has something for everyone.

Feb 15, 2015

Chapter welcomes LO members to Ski and Spa Day

Landscape Ontario 2015 Ski and Spa Day is set to go for Feb. 26 at the Craigleith Ski Club and the Scandinave Spa at Blue Mountain.

Members of the Landscape Ontario Provincial Board of Directors who gathered at the AGM on Jan. 7 at Congress.

Feb 15, 2015

Listening Tour announced at AGM

Engaged members of Landscape Ontario gathered for the association’s Annual General Meeting on Jan. 7.

Feb 15, 2015

Shuttleworth promotes Code of Conduct

Landscape Ontario Honorary Life Member Gord Shuttleworth says every organization needs a code by which to operate.

Windsor Chapter captured the bragging rights and the Golden Grout for winning the inaugural LO Membership Challenge. Here Chris Power, Chapter vice-president, and Jay Rivait, Chapter secretary, accept the Golden Grout Award.

Feb 15, 2015

Windsor wins Chapter Challenge

The race among the nine Chapters that make up Landscape Ontario to increase membership was a photo finish.

Spectacular describes the living wall on the 15-storey Social Sciences building on the University of Ottawa campus.

Jan 15, 2015

Waterloo member wins award for Ottawa living wall

North America’s tallest bio filter living wall has been awarded the 2014 Green Roof and Wall Award of Excellence.

Jan 15, 2015

Dine with your peers at the Landscape Lecture Series

Landscape Ontario’s Landscape Contractors’ Sector Group will host its annual annual lecture event on Feb. 18, featuring a landscape contractor and a landscape architect.

Jan 15, 2015

In Memoriam — Gordon Petrie

After a courageous battle with cancer, Gordon Petrie passed away at the age of 59.

Jan 15, 2015

Lighting conference returns to Teatro

The 6th annual Landscape Lighting Conference is scheduled for Feb. 26 at Teatro Conference and Event Centre

Jan 15, 2015

LO members nominated for entrepreneur awards

Two Landscape Ontario member companies have received nominations for the Niagara Entrepreneur of the Year Awards.

Jan 15, 2015

Industry Certified members recommend taking the test

A recent survey among members shows some strong reasons to obtain certification.

Jan 15, 2015

Ottawa Chapter’s Awards of Distinction to stir achievement

Ottawa Chapter’s Awards of Distinction will be launched on Feb. 10, the night before the trade show, at a ticketed gala awards and casino night.

Jan 15, 2015

Growers’ Short Course returns to Royal Botanical Gardens

The theme at this year’s Nursery Growers’ Short Course is Crop Nutrition and Water Quality in Collection Ponds.

Peter van Stralen has found success in both business and as a motivational speaker. He was recognized for that success with a Premier’s Award.

Jan 15, 2015

Peter van Stralen receives Premier’s Award

Landscape Ontario member Peter van Stralen was honoured with a 2014 Premier’s Award.

Mary Ann Westover prepares the grounds surrounded by grave stones in Beechwood Cemetery.

Dec 15, 2014

Ottawa honours veterans at Day of Tribute

This year marked the ninth edition of the Day of Tribute by the Ottawa Chapter to honour members of the military and their families.

Dec 15, 2014

Volunteers needed for LO’s Canada Blooms garden

Volunteers are needed to help with the development and construction of Landscape Ontario’s feature garden at Canada Blooms.

Dec 15, 2014

Mark’s and GM popular benefit programs

This program, exclusive to Landscape Ontario members, will help your business save money on a wide range of business products and services.

Dec 15, 2014

Home office hosts certification tests

The final hands-on Landscape Industry Certified test in 2014 took place in October at Landscape Ontario’s home office in Milton.

Dec 15, 2014

LO Safety Group 2014

The final meeting of the LO Safety Group took place on Nov. 21 at the LO home office.

Dec 15, 2014

Landscape Designer Conference promises to inspire

Landscape Ontario’s Designer Sector Group is the organizing committee for this all-day event full of sessions, socializing and plenty of time for getting caught up with your peers.

A focus group with the students at St. Teresa Catholic Elementary School and Durham College, allowing the younger students’ input on the design.

Dec 15, 2014

Design Challenge inspires future green industry leaders

Nowadays our lives are moving indoors, with more and more people, especially children, spending the vast majority of their time inside and sedentary.

Dec 15, 2014

Gelderman Landscape Services purchases Guelph company

Gelderman Landscape Services has announced that it has purchased the longtime Guelph landscape company Outdoor Services.

Dec 15, 2014

Dufferin Aggregates recognized for safety

Dufferin Aggregates was recognized as one of Canada’s Safest Employers in 2014.

Dec 15, 2014

Dream Garden featured at Ottawa home show

Landscape Ontario, led by Ottawa Chapter members, will create the Dream Garden at the 2015 Ottawa Home and Garden show.

With more than 600 leading manufacturers and 12,000-plus industry professionals, Congress 2014 is an event not to be missed.

Dec 15, 2014

Congress is right around the corner

Do you suffer from post-holiday blues? Landscape Ontario has the solution.

Dec 15, 2014

Windsor Chapter presents Awards of Distinction

Oct. 30 saw a number of Windsor Chapter members honoured for their high level of professional and creative work during the annual Awards of Distinction.

Nov 15, 2014

Plan to attend AGM at Congress

Join other members bright and early on Jan. 7.

Nov 15, 2014

Ottawa announces its own Awards of Excellence

The awards program will be modeled after the provincial awards program, giving local members the opportunity to be recognized for their outstanding efforts.

Nov 15, 2014

Mark’s and GM popular benefit programs in September

Each month Landscape Ontario magazine will present a report on the usage of Endorsed Supplier Program.

Nov 15, 2014

Attendance jumps at London golf tournament

The 9th Annual London Chapter Golf Tournament was a sellout success on Sept. 5 at its new location, Echo Valley Golf Club.

Jeff McMann and Rohan Harrison, of Sunnybrook, add some finishing touches to the 50 mm maple.

Nov 15, 2014

Celebrating National Tree Day at Sunnybrook

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre celebrated National Tree Day by planting 26 maple trees with the help of Maple Leaves Forever and Landscape Ontario.

Nov 15, 2014

Connon Open House

Connon Nurseries CBV in Waterdown welcomed members of the industry to an open house on Sept 17 and 18.

Nov 15, 2014

LO members help build June Callwood Park

Landscape Ontario members Earthco Soils and Connon NVK played important roles in helping to make June Callwood Park in Toronto a reality.

Nov 15, 2014

Big Mike Landscape commits to helping community

Michael Dren, owner of Big Mike Landscape Design in Oakville, says he is committed to making a difference in his community.

Nov 15, 2014

New Contractors Rate Card available

Landscape Ontario has released the 2014 edition of the Contractors Rate Card.

LO president Dave Braun and Jim Flahery’s widow Christine Elliot, MPP for Whitby-Oshawa, help plant a tree in a memorial to the former Canadian Finance Minister, while Durham Chapter director Mark Humphries and Nancy Shaw, president of Parkwood Historic Site, look on.

Nov 15, 2014

LO plants a tree in memory of Jim Flaherty

Landscape Ontario, Parkwood National Historic Site and Trees for Life combined to honour the memory of ‘a great Canadian role model,’ Jim Flaherty.

Professional Development Seminar Guide 2014-2015

Oct 15, 2014

Professional Development Seminar Guide now available for 2014-2015

Guide also contains information about online learning, apprenticeship, certification, conferences and safety groups.

Oct 15, 2014

Irrigation Group develops water-smart program with Peel and York

LO members can get specialized training and certification to provide efficient irrigation systems.

Oct 15, 2014

Lost time on the job skyrockets

The 2014 LO Safety Report Card contains some unusual data.

Lots of face-to-face interaction took place at this year’s Snowposium.

Oct 15, 2014

Snowposium provides education and networking

The 2014 Snowposium included a great variety of seminars, demonstrations, a trade show and face-to-face encounters with others in the trade.

Oct 15, 2014

Create your profile on landscapeontario.com

Landscape Ontario members have a great opportunity to promote their company and services to thousands of consumers who are inspired about landscaping, horticulture and outdoor living.

Volunteers from Windsor Chapter take a break from their work at Windsor Safety Village. In front is Garry Moore, with in back from left, Don Tellier, Chris Power, Mitchell Madej and Sal Costante.

Oct 15, 2014

Windsor members help beautify Safety Village

Windsor Chapter has once again been busy this summer with the completion of stage one of site development and maintenance at the Windsor Safety Village.

Oct 15, 2014

Windsor Chapter continues work at Solidarity Gardens

With the help of a small crew of Windsor Chapter volunteers, the Solidarity Gardens at Hospice Windsor and Essex County got a refresh this summer.

Oct 15, 2014

Waterloo hosts another great baseball tourney

Waterloo Chapter members enjoyed the annual baseball tournament and picnic on Sept. 7 at Breslau Memorial Park.

Oct 15, 2014

Expo ready to inspire industry

Get Inspired at the 15th anniversary edition of Canada’s biggest business to business trade show that serves the garden centre and retail floral industries.

Oct 15, 2014

Communications Committee needs new members

Landscape Ontario’s Communications Committee provides valuable guidance on the association’s print and electronic communications.

The tiered course on a ski hill was a real challenge for those taking part in the Georgian Lakelands Chapter Putting Contest.

Oct 15, 2014

Putting Challenge a big hit for Georgian Lakelands

Georgian Lakelands Chapter created an event that resulted in fun for all members, while raising funds for community events.

Oct 15, 2014

New CLD website launched

Landscape Industry Certified Designer program has announced its new web site is now online.

Oct 15, 2014

Smart Watering Month

This summer the Irrigation Sector Group ran a promotion for Smart Watering Month, encouraging irrigation professionals to submit examples of their water-saving work.

Oct 15, 2014

Pinball Clemons headlines 50th IPM Symposium

Michael ‘Pinball’ Clemons will provide the closing keynote when IPM Symposium celebrates its 50th year.

Sep 15, 2014

Members enjoy golf season, while helping charities

Proceeds from many of these association social events are sent to charities of choice.

Sep 15, 2014

LO Chapter Challenge

Half-way through Landscape Ontario’s Chapter Challenge, Georgian Lakelands and Windsor are tied for the lead.

Sep 15, 2014

Durham Chapter hosts family event

The annual Durham Chapter Suppliers’ Barbecue was another great success this year.

Cedar Springs Landscape Group of Ancaster won an award in 2013 for this project.

Sep 15, 2014

Start now to enter Awards of Excellence

Why not enter one of your masterpieces into the Awards of Excellence program?

Sep 15, 2014

Nursery career honoured

Somerville Nurseries of Everett recently hosted a reception to mark the retirement of seedling grower Carl Mansfield.

The season’s first certification testing took place at LO home office on Aug. 12 and 13. The next opportunity is at Kemptville College on Sept. 25 and 26.

Sep 15, 2014

LO hosts Landscape Industry Certified exams

Candidates, judges and volunteers arrived at the Landscape Ontario home office in Milton on Aug. 12 and 13 to take part in the two-day Landscape Industry Certified test.

Marc Brockhausen is very happy with the Green for Life Communications Packets.

Sep 15, 2014

Positive results from GFL content service

Green for Life Communication Packets, launched this spring, is a subscription service to provide members with engaging garden and landscape content.

Funds received by LO will help encourage planting trees in urban settings.

Sep 15, 2014

LO projects receive $86,250 in funding

The Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC) board of directors announced the approval of 52 projects totaling over $5 million under Growing Forward 2.

The first-ever Georgian Lakelands Barbecue was a huge success. Here members gather for a team photo at Clearview Nurseries which hosted the event.

Sep 15, 2014

Georgian Lakelands inaugural barbecue a winner

Representatives attended from the Growers, Contractors, and Landscape Designers Sector Groups.

Sep 15, 2014

Pickering Nurseries closes for 2015 season

LO member Pickering Nurseries in Port Hope has announced it will not open for business next year.

Sheridan Nurseries captured the 2014 Toronto Chapter baseball championship.

Sep 15, 2014

Sheridan Nurseries wins Toronto Chapter baseball title

The Toronto Chapter staged another great baseball tournament that featured great weather, lots of laughter, cheering and fun in the sun.

Sep 15, 2014

Plans underway for GreenTrade

Planning is underway for the 22nd edition of the Landscape Ontario Ottawa Chapter’s GreenTrade Expo.

Sep 15, 2014

Garden Expo is a must-attend for industry professionals

Stay up to date with new and emerging trends in the retail industry this October at Landscape Ontario’s 15th anniversary edition of Garden & Floral Expo.

The Veterans Memorial Parkway project has been a huge success for the London Chapter. Volunteer members have helped plant trees and assist citizen volunteers to maintain the trees.

Sep 15, 2014

London Chapter important cog in tree planting project

The London Chapter continues its important role with the Veterans Memorial Parkway Community Program (VMPCP).

Aug 28, 2014

In Memorium — Bob McCannell

LO board member, Bob McCannell passed away.

Aug 15, 2014

Garlatti open house

Special open house featured lots of food and kid-friendly activities.

Aug 15, 2014

Big names show up to dealer event

Innovative Surface Solutions includes a trip to the Toronto Blue Jays came.

Aug 15, 2014

Silver Anniversary for Beaver Valley

Owner Tony Pacitto and general manager Tino Cimone welcomed visitors for Thornhill, Ont., company's anniversary event.

From golf to baseball to chicken barbecues, there is a long list of Landscape Ontario summer activities to enjoy.

Aug 15, 2014

Still lots of summer events on LO’s social calendar

There are still lots of opportunities to enjoy the summer social activies available through Landscape Ontario.

Aug 15, 2014

It’s time to show off your work

The kids will soon be back to school, and you are wrapping up last season’s unfinished projects.

Aug 15, 2014

Follow three Guidelines in anti-spam law

Since Canada’s new anti-spam law came into effect on July 1, many business owners are still finding the new rules a bit confusing.

Register to build a feature garden at Canada Blooms by Sept. 15.

Aug 15, 2014

Canada Blooms offers opportunity to build feature garden

Canada Blooms offers industry professionals a great opportunity to show off in front of 200,000 consumers.

Aug 15, 2014

It’s time to renew your membership

Landscape Ontario staff are currently sending out membership renewals.

Kemptville is the next site for the Landscape Industry Certified test days.

Aug 15, 2014

New certification testing in Kemptville

The next opportunity to take the Landscape Industry Certified exams is on Sept. 25 and 26 at Kemptville College.

Aug 15, 2014

Board approves legal advice program

The LO board of directors has approved a program that offers members unlimited calls for legal advice seven days a week, from 8 a.m. to midnight local time.

Expo features the annual Garden Centre Awards of Excellence.

Aug 15, 2014

Expo announces fall line-up

Building on more than a decade and a half of success, the 15th anniversary edition of Garden & Floral Expo is right around the corner, and excitement is starting to build.

LO executive director Tony DiGiovanni accepts an award from Jane Wilson, Director of Women Services, Community Microskills Development Centre.

Aug 15, 2014

Microskills honours LO with award

Landscape Ontario proudly accepted the Partnership Excellence Award from Community MicroSkills Development Centre at a special presentation on June 26.

Jul 15, 2014

Incoming Chapter boards for 2014-2015

Latest volunteers to take over in September.

Ever thought about taking on the challenge of building a garden at Canada Blooms? A call has gone out for garden builders at Canada’s largest flower and garden festival.

Jul 15, 2014

Build a garden at Canada Blooms 2015

Create a space that will inspire over 200,000 garden enthusiasts.

Martha Walsh, communications coordinator for Georgian Lakelands chapter.

Jul 15, 2014

Georgian Chapter dealing with geography

Meeting locations vary to improve accessibility to members.

For many attending Expo, it’s all about design. Whether on the trade show floor or attending events such as Design Day, Expo has it all.

Jul 15, 2014

Get inspired at Garden and Floral Expo’s design day

Event celebrates 15th anniversary in 2014.

Jul 15, 2014

Show your stuff at Awards of Excellence

Members can enter projects in this year's awards competition.

On Sept. 16, those attending the annual Snowposium will be talking snow and ice and how to deal with it.

Jul 15, 2014

It’s getting time to think about snow

Snowposium event to run Sept. 16, 2014.

After a day of written exams, it’s on to the hands-on portion of the Landscape Industry Certified test sites.

Jul 15, 2014

Certification tests begin in August

Two days include written test and practical testing.

Jul 15, 2014

Landscapers assist river

Member raises money fro Grand River Conservation Authority.

Owner Jeff Ronhaar and his staff celebrated the company’s 20th anniversary in June.

Jul 15, 2014

Jeff’s Lawn Care celebrates 20 years of success

Employees surprise owner with anniversary celebration.

Jun 15, 2014

Pledge sustains industry’s future

Bob and Ruby Allen pledge $10,000 to the Ontario Horticultural Trades Foundation.

Jun 15, 2014

First Landscape Industry Certified exams of 2014 in August

Landscape Ontario home office will host exams and testing Aug. 12-13.

Jun 15, 2014

Time to enter 2014 Garden Centre Awards

Retail program is open for entry from July 1 to 31.

Competition was intense at the Skills Ontario event in Kitchener on May 6.

Jun 15, 2014

Horticulture and landscape students compete in provincial Skills

Annual Ontario competition held at RIM Park in Waterloo, May 5-7.

Jun 15, 2014

LO has full schedule of summer activities

Exciting line-up of events organized by volunteers and chapters.

Jun 15, 2014

Vendors prepare early for Expo 2014

Plan to visit Garden & Floral Expo, Oct. 22-23.

Jun 15, 2014

Kemptville College receives good news

Apprenticeship and trades programming can continue at the campus.

Jun 15, 2014

Industry auction in July not to be missed

Attendees can bid on top-quality plant material at below wholesale prices.

LO members were joined by the local community on Apr. 26 to clean up the grounds of St. James Park in Toronto.

Jun 15, 2014

Crews return to prepare St. James Park for spring

Volunteers clean up debris that remained after a long winter.

Jun 15, 2014

Garden Grove contest promotes brand

Company requires you to snap a photograph of a Garden Grove Landscaping vehicle sporting its corporate logo.

Students at John William Boich Public School enjoyed the annual Arbor Day Tree Planting on April 30, thanks to the Golden Horseshoe Chapter.

Jun 15, 2014

Chapter continues its Arbor Day tradition

Chapter provided 10 native trees to John William Boich Public School in Burlington, Ont.

May 15, 2014

New Guide helps improve profitability

Aim is to help growers and garden centre owners.

May 15, 2014

LO states concerns for Invasive Species Act

Some organizations are asking for restrictions on new plants that are lacking scientific assessments

Over 250 LO members and potential members took advantage of the Golden Horseshoe event with Ministry of Transportation officer Ian Walters, who needed to speak from the back of truck for everyone to see him.

May 15, 2014

Golden Horseshoe Chapter expands meeting into trade show

Spring event with the Ministry of Transportation has become one of the most successful chapter events within Landscape Ontario.

May 15, 2014

Clarification May 2014

An update on the Letter to the Editor published in the April issue.

May 15, 2014

Garden Grove founder named Young Entrepreneur of the Year

Award was handed out April 10 at the Burlington Convention Centre.

May 15, 2014

Former LO president featured in news article

Tom Intven of Canadale Nurseries in St. Thomas, was featured in the London Free Press.

The Georgian Lakelands Chapter stepped up to help one of the local food banks. Volunteer members also had a great opportunity to connect with the community, creating great exposure for themselves and Landscape Ontario.

May 15, 2014

Georgian Lakelands Chapter helps local food bank

Chapter's annual Fill the Landscape Trailer food drive benefits local community.

May 15, 2014

The Grounds Guys featured on TV

Orangeville, Ont., member featured on W Network’s series Be the Boss Canada.

In the photo from left are Mike Reid and Rob Garby, both of Hansen Lawn and Gardens, Michael Fulcher of Permacon and president of the Ottawa Chapter, Ed Hansen of Hansen Lawn and Gardens as they pose at the LO garden at the Ottawa Cottage and Back Yard Show.

May 15, 2014

Ottawa team builds garden for Cottage and Backyard Show

Show took place at the EY Centre in Ottawa from Apr. 11 to 13.

May 15, 2014

Guidelines for Property Managers inside this issue

Guide from LO's Grounds Management Sector Group lists basic services with a complete menu of green options and extra services.

May 15, 2014

Terry Murphy enters ORCGA hall of fame

The honour took place on Feb. 4 at the 2014 ORCGA annual symposium.

London Chapter member companies were honoured for their part in the Veterans Memorial Parkway Community Program.

May 15, 2014

London names its new board of directors

First meeting of the new board was held on Apr.1.

May 15, 2014

Annual Industry Auction assists research and education

This year’s event will be held at Winkelmolen Nursery in Lynden, Ont.

Nick Solty, left, presents Frank Solty with the trophy for fastest run of the day on the ski slopes.

Apr 15, 2014

Over 70 enjoy Georgian Lakelands Ski and Spa Day

Hitting the slopes for a great day of skiing has always been a successful event for the Georgian Lakelands Chapter.

Apr 15, 2014

Flora Rosa comes back from fire

Fire severely eliminated Rosa Flora’s snapdragon production.

This year’s Contractors’ Lecture was an evening filled with passion for the trade.

Apr 15, 2014

Lecture and dinner event features dynamic speakers

LO’s Landscape Contractors Sector Group hosted 2014 event at Paradise Banquet and Convention Centre in Vaughan.

Apr 15, 2014

Upper Canada Squash Tournament won by Golden Horseshoe member

Third annual squash tournament saw competitors and sponsors receive full value for their time and money.

Apr 15, 2014

Chapters challenged to increase membership

Any Chapter that increases its membership by five per cent from Mar. 1 to Dec. 31 will be granted $500.

Don Tellier and Jay Rivait handle booth duties for the Windsor Chapter.

Apr 15, 2014

Chapter spreads the message at Windsor Home and Garden Show

First time participation probably won't be the last.

Matt Hill receives his award from Kevin O’Leary.

Apr 15, 2014

Lawn Troopers wins another award

Landscape Ontario member’s latest honour is the Youth Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

Apr 15, 2014

Federal grant approved for green industry software

LO’s first vice-president Warren Patterson is one of 11 Barrie area businesses to recently share in a total of $1.2 million in federal funding.

Apr 15, 2014

Golden Horshoe Chapter holds family skate day

Landscape Ontario members and their families had fun both on and off the ice.

Accepting their awards from the Waterdown BIA, from left, Nathan Helder, Gelderman Landscaping; Paul Lammers, Garden Grove Landscaping; Lee Rozon; Judi Partridge,Ward 15 Councillor; Tim Rivard, accepting for Meadowbrook Landscaping; David Lammers, Garden Grove Landscaping.

Apr 15, 2014

LO members compete in program to beautify Waterdown

The contest began last summer and the winners were announced this year.

Mar 15, 2014

City of Goderich presented with leadership award

Prettiest town in Ontario recognized for its perseverance, vision and commitment to heritage.

Mar 15, 2014

Duff recognized for entrepreneurship

Scott Duff of Aura Landscaping in St. Catharines has been nominated for the Niagara Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

Dr. Ed Gilman was this year’s keynote speaker at the Nursery Growers Short Course.

Mar 15, 2014

Growers Short Course strong, despite storm

Keynote lecturer, Dr. Ed Gilman spoke three times during the course of the day.

The exhibit area at this year’s lighting symposium was a big hit.

Mar 15, 2014

Lighting Conference moves to new location

Fifth annual event held Feb. 6 at Teatro in Milton.

The entrance to this year’s LO garden has been deemed the awareness zone, where facts about our current sedentary lifestyle will be displayed on modified computer monitors. The willow branch hut leads into our opportunity zone to find out how the green industry can help combat this damaging passive lifestyle.

Mar 15, 2014

LO’s Canada Blooms garden carries important message

Display will educate visitors about serious health issues related to the sedentary lifestyle of our society, as well as its disconnection with nature.

Mar 15, 2014

GreenTrade Expo’s popularity continues to grow

21st edition of Ottawa Chapter event draws record crowds.

Professionally produced how-to videos from the GFL Marketing Program can be customized with your own store’s message.

Mar 15, 2014

Marketing program for members launches this spring

Special subscription service to provide compelling and timely content to connect with customers on social media.

Feb 15, 2014

Upper Canada hosting annual squash tournament

Cost for the Feb. 26 event is $20 per person and includes lunch.

Feb 15, 2014

Golden Horseshoe hosts Skate and Shinny Family Fun Day

Event to take place at Gateway Ice Centre on Feb. 17.

Feb 15, 2014

Chapter offers open invitation to Ski and Spa Day

All members of Landscape Ontario can enjoy this year’s Ski and Spa Day on Feb. 27.

Feb 15, 2014

Design and build perspectives at Lecture Series

This year's event to feature two highly-regarded speakers.

Feb 15, 2014

In Memoriam - Gwen Stupple

Green industry communication pioneer passed away peacefully at the age of 89.

Feb 15, 2014

In Memoriam - Walter Zomer

Walter Zomer passed away peacefully at his residence on Sept. 4, 2013 at the age of 70.

Feb 15, 2014

In Memoriam - Hans Peter Werder

Proud member of the Landscape Ontario Growers’ Group passed away Dec. 13, 2013.

Feb 15, 2014

Landscape Ontario part of project investing in living green infrastructure

Vast pool of resources allows for an unprecedented collaboration between top thinkers in a number of key green infrastructure practices.

Feb 15, 2014

Safety report card disappoints

Number of days lost to accidents and severity of injuries rose in 2013.

Landscape Ontario board of directors for 2014.

Feb 15, 2014

Achievement and leadership themes of AGM

Jan. 8 meeting was once again well attended — a testament to members’ outstanding commitment and involvement.

Jan 15, 2014

M. Putzer Nursery recognized for its support

Nursery has been an important donor to Landscape Ontario Industry Auction for many years.

Jan 15, 2014

Growers’ short course set for Burlington

Feb. 5, event to take place at the Burlington Convention Centre.

Jan 15, 2014

Six earn Landscape Industry Certification

Members can now use the initials CLT following their names

Jan 15, 2014

Lighting conference at new location

Feb. 6 event will be held at Teatro Conference and Event Centre, in Milton.

Paul Offierski and Leslie Goettsch of PAO Horticultural stand in front of the century-old magnolia that has been wrapped by the PAO crew, Sergo Anniano, Clint Cripps and John McNeil.

Jan 15, 2014

PAO Horticultural takes on 100-year-old magnolia

Nearly three miles of nylon rope was used to weave the rope around the 120-ton tree.

Jan 15, 2014

Landscape Lecture Series to focus on diversity of gardens

Annual event by Landscape Ontario’s Landscape Contractors Sector Group will take place Feb. 25 in Vaughan.

Jan 15, 2014

LO team grows ‘staches for cash

Four members helped to raise funds for the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation.

Guest speakers at GreenTrade Expo are from left, Sheila James of Workplace Safety and Prevention Services, Mark Burleton of the National Capital Commission, and Paul Zammit, director of horticulture at Toronto Botanical Garden.

Jan 15, 2014

More great reasons to attend GreenTrade Expo

Education and exhibits, plus free admission and free parking.

Leaders from LO's chapter and sector groups gathered at the home office to take part in the annual governance conference on Dec. 5.

Jan 15, 2014

LO leaders engage members at Governance meeting

Leaders from LO's chapter and sector groups gathered at the home office to take part in the annual governance conference on Dec. 5.

The Elephant Head drew a great deal of attention in this year's Trial Gardens.

Jan 15, 2014

Weather deeply influences 2013 trial gardens

Trial garden sites in Guelph and Milton experienced extreme rainfall and cool growing conditions early in the 2013 growing season.

The Wentworth design team are, from left, Cameron Trudeau, Tara Galpin, Ric Gould, Andrew Wentworth, Scott Wentworth, Jason Partridge and Terra Wiens.

Jan 15, 2014

Landscape Ontario’s garden will Come Alive at Canada Blooms

Scott Wentworth explains the background of his design proposal for this year's LO feature garden at Canada Blooms.

Dec 15, 2013

London Golf Tournament attracts 105 golfers

Proceeds will go toward next year's Veterans Memorial Parkway project.

All the award winners from the Windsor Chapter’s Awards of Distinction celebrated another successful year.

Dec 15, 2013

Windsor Chapter presents 2013 Awards of Distinction

Night of pride for professional members of the Windsor Chapter.

Western Landscape Services showed how easy it is to transform a paved parking spot into a green space in the City of Kingston.

Dec 15, 2013

LO member helps to make Kingston better place to live

Western Landscape Services transforms paved parking space into a green space.

A few members of the Landscape Ontario Safety Group were on hand Nov. 22 to accept a cheque for over $50,000, which was divided among the member companies.

Dec 15, 2013

Safety Group reaps benefit of $50,000 WSIB rebate

Members of group share the rebate according to each company’s WSIB contributions.

Dec 15, 2013

Tailgate Talks is simple safety tool

Easy to use guide provides a wide variety of topics to promote health and safety.

Dec 15, 2013

Congress 2014 is right around the corner

41st edition of Canada's premier green industry show and conference to open Jan. 6.

Dec 14, 2013

Georgian Lakelands ski day has new twist on old favourite

Chapter introduces relaxing spa packages as part of mid-winter event.

Nov 15, 2013

Perry Molema project close to funding goal

Memorial to be built in downtown Chatham, Ont.

Nov 15, 2013

New hardscape committee chooses its mission

Sector education to be at the heart of group's focus.

Nov 15, 2013

Winkelmolen to host 2014 Auction

Lynden, Ont. nursery to also mark its 35th anniversary next year.

Over 200 students at Barrie’s Cundles Heights Public School joined Georgian Lakelands Chapter members to plant four sugar maples on National Tree Day.

Nov 15, 2013

LO members mark National Tree Day across the province

Many schoolyards have newly-planted trees thanks to landscape and horticulture profession.

This year’s Congress Conferences will focus on prosperity for both business owners and employees.

Nov 15, 2013

Congress 2014 features many new attractions

Living walls, green roofs and drums just some of the new features.

Ottawa Chapter marked its 20th anniversary of GreenTrade last year with a sold-out show. Organizers hope the 2014 version, on Feb. 12, is even bigger and better.

Nov 15, 2013

GreenTrade opens registration for 2014 show

Eastern Ontario’s largest trades-only event will be held Feb. 12, 2014.

Pathways to Perennials opened its gardens for the 10th annual Art and Jazz Charity Garden Party, raising over $3,000 toward the Cancer Centre at Southlake Hospital in Newmarket.

Nov 15, 2013

Art and Jazz Charity Garden Party marks 10th year

Pathways to Perennials has helped to raise over $30,000 toward Stronach Regional Cancer Centre.

Nov 15, 2013

Durham College opening is proud time for Chapter

New facility to accommodate approximately 900 students.

Turf Care of Newmarket showed off its equipment at BMO Field in Toronto.

Nov 15, 2013

Turf Care holds second event at BMO Field

Company is the premier supplier of irrigation and turf equipment to the stadium.

Nov 15, 2013

Have your say at LO’s AGM

AGM to take place on Jan. 8, 2014.

Fanshawe College students, dressed in their distinctive red, offered their services to help guide volunteers to plant over 400 trees along the Veterans Memorial Parkway in London.

Nov 15, 2013

London members continue work on Veterans Memorial Parkway

500 community members planted 400 trees along 10-km stretch honour Canada’s military veterans.

One of the most popular events at Snowposium was the demonstration and talk by Ministry of Transportation officer Mark Bonner.

Oct 15, 2013

Snowposium continues education and networking opportunities

Annual Snowposium attracted over 200 conference attendees, exhibitors and trade show delegates.

Paul DeGroot continues his annual task of barbecuing hundreds of chickens.

Oct 15, 2013

Over 275 enjoy Chapter’s 25th annual chicken roast

Crew of volunteers cooked 300 lbs. of chicken.

Landscape design volunteers are currently reviewing the Landscape Industry Certified Designer program. In photo they are from left. In front, Jeannette French, Beth Edney CLD and Judith Humphries CLD, and in back, Laura Brinton, Sally Harvey CLP, CLT, Ron Koudys CLD, Don Chase CLD, Audrie VanderWerf CLD and Joel Beatson CLP.

Oct 15, 2013

Volunteers work to develop new landscape design exam

New exam expected to launch in January of 2014.

Members of the Landscape Ontario provincial board of directors were joined by CNLA staff at LO home office in Milton to take part in planting trees on National Tree Day, Sept. 25. In recognition of the day, two ‘Purple Fountain’ beech trees were planted.

Oct 15, 2013

Landscape Ontario members celebrate National Tree Day 2013

Members took part in school and community activities, or donated trees and expertise to events.

Oct 15, 2013

Event to connect educators precedes Garden Expo

Oct. 22 event aims to inspire connections between education and industry.

Oct 15, 2013

Winter Pro Dev opportunities announced

2013-2014 LO Professional Development Guide mailed with this issue of Landscape Ontario magazine.

Oct 15, 2013

A colourful welcome to Barrie Fair

LO member, LA Gardens was commissioned to create an entrance garden to the Barrie Fair.

Oct 15, 2013

New sales strategy takes an integrated approach

Greg Sumsion joins the Landscape Ontario team.

For the second consecutive year, Sheridan Nurseries received the AIPH world grower of the year award. In photo, from left, Vic Krahn, president of AIPH, Karl and Bill Stensson accepting the award on behalf of Sheridan and LO president Phil Charal.

Oct 15, 2013

Sheridan wins second consecutive world title

Award was handed out at a gala dinner in Niagara Falls on Sept. 11

Members had the opportunity to meet new ORCGA CEO and president Bryon Sackville (left), pictured here with retiring CEO Jim Douglas.

Oct 15, 2013

ORCGA holds its first expo at LO home office

First-ever Dig Safe Fall Expo, held Sept. 12 at Landscape Ontario.

Oct 15, 2013

Waterloo Chapter donation

$13,500 donation split between three charities.

Sep 15, 2013

Durham Supplier Showcase

Durham Chapter event draws 100 people.

Sep 15, 2013

Safety Group members reap great rewards

27 firms from many sectors of the industry participated in 2012.

Sep 15, 2013

Work continues to build on success of GreenTrade Expo

Eastern Ontario’s must-attend industry trade show will run Feb. 12, 2014.

Sep 15, 2013

Hermanns wins landscape award

Member company recognized for Mount Pleasant Village project.

Sep 15, 2013

Last call for Awards of Excellence entries

Construction, Maintenance and Design program offers 41 categories for entry.

Sep 15, 2013

Green for Life continues to build business

Homeowners find inspiration from website's extensive plant, gardening and landscaping information.

Sep 15, 2013

Certification dedication

Clintar's Terry Nicholson receives special recognition.

Sep 15, 2013

Expo ready to help retailers move ahead

Garden and Floral Expo 2013 is the place for unmatched networking, professional development.

Sep 15, 2013

Nine named Landscape Industry Certified

Congratulations to successful candidates from recent test day.

Sep 15, 2013

Toronto baseball tournament champs

Team from Arbordale/Moonstruck takes home top prize.

Those attending the annual trial gardens open house had lots to see, from new annual introductions to perennial beds and roses.

Sep 15, 2013

LO and University of Guelph host tours of trial gardens

Industry members learn how new plants performed in this year's trials.

Aug 15, 2013

LO welcomes new Hardscaping Committee

Education a key component to committee's mandate.

Aug 15, 2013

Correction for July 2013

Bob Allen became involved with the Farm Safety Association in 1984.

Aug 15, 2013

Member helps to welcome leaders at annual conference

Mori Gardens and Mori Nurseries add beautiful gardens for delegates to enjoy.

Visitors to The Backyard Glam Tour had the opportunity to enjoy a number of great gardens created by members of Landscape Ontario. One of the sites was the beautiful home and gardens of Tim and Donna Kraemer of Ground Effects Landscape in Hanover.

Aug 15, 2013

Glam Tour receives rave reviews

First-ever event included gardens created by Landscape Ontario members in Hanover and Georgian Bay area.

Last year the Snowposium's trade show had a positive turnout for both exhibitors and show attendees.

Aug 15, 2013

Snowposium is the place to learn about snow and ice

Conference and expo to be held Sept. 19 at the Landscape Ontario home office site in Milton.

Aug 15, 2013

Make plans for Expo 2013

Registration information polybagged with this issue.

Aug 15, 2013

Connon Nurseries NVK donates trees

Member supported recent Burlington Arbor Day celebration.

Aug 15, 2013

Candidates deal with extreme weather at latest exam day

47 candidates, volunteer judges and officials attended the event at the Landscape Ontario home office in Milton.

Aug 15, 2013

Awards entries due: It’s time to show off

Entries for member-only awards program accepted until Oct. 1.

Aug 15, 2013

Upper Canada Chapter greening Kingston school

John Graves Simcoe Public School to receive $10,000 worth of plants from Sheridan Nurseries and $10,000 worth of rubber products from an Ontario Tire Stewardship company.

Aug 15, 2013

LO members save on telecom costs

Service offered by endorsed supplier Schooley Mitchell Telecom Consultants

Each garden in the London Landscapes of Excellence Tour had the professional landscaper of the garden greet members of the public. Here, Jay McKinnon greets tour participants in his garden.

Aug 15, 2013

Landscapes of Excellence Tour wows visitors in London

Six local members get opportunity to showcase their work.

Jul 15, 2013

2013 National Tree Day on Sept. 25

Members encourages to take advantage of the event to educate students and the public.

At the dedication ceremony in memory of Nick Brown, his soccer teammates said their goodbyes and pledged to care for the newly installed tree.

Jul 15, 2013

Chapter plants tree in memory of member’s son

Dedication ceremony held in memory of Nick Brown, teenage son of Cheryl Brown.

Jul 15, 2013

Haig Seferian in two-part Toronto Star series

Article introduces Seferian as landscape architect and frequent HGTV host.

The first dry stone course at Landscape Ontario home office in Milton drew ten people. In photo students test themselves on the wall, which they had built the previous day in the instructional part of the course, only to tear it down the next day and build it again to be tested on what they had learned.

Jul 15, 2013

Dry stone courses held at LO and Collingwood

Ten participants received certificates at the LO course.

Jul 15, 2013

Smart Watering System joins B Corps

B Corps certification has been compared to the fair trade label.

Jul 15, 2013

TNT brings back sports field to school

High school’s sports field has long needed an overhaul.

Jul 15, 2013

Garden Expo full of new ideas for retailers

This year's event will return to its roots, with the name Garden and Floral Expo.

Jul 15, 2013

Gardening with love — remembering Gerry Ginsberg

Donations being made to Down Syndrome Guild of Greater Kansas City.

Jul 15, 2013

Sheridan Nurseries hosts Industry Auction

Event to coincide with Sheridan's 100th anniversary year.

Jul 15, 2013

Dig Safe Expo coming to LO in 2013

Sept. 12 event will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Jul 15, 2013

Ontario well-represented at Skills Canada

St. Clair College duo will go on to national competition in Vancouver, June 6 to 8.

Last year over 800 roses were planted in LO’s rose garden. Even without winter protection, this spring the plants are thriving with very low mortality rate.

Jul 15, 2013

Trial gardens set to open Aug. 16

Highlights include evaluation of over 800 roses planted last year.

Jul 15, 2013

Ruth Wright passes away while gardening

Vibrant 74-year-old helped run Wright Lawn Care Services for 40 years.

Jun 15, 2013

A mixed bag of weather

Record-high temperatures followed by frost the following day in St. Thomas, Ont.

Jun 15, 2013

Golden Horseshoe has new coordinator

Former Communities in Bloom executive director encourages members to forward ideas and suggestions.

Jun 15, 2013

Tailgate Talks is great safety tool

Book promotes workplace safety by providing relevant topics through the interactive training framework.

Jun 15, 2013

Garden and Floral Expo promises exciting additions

Exciting additions planned for Oct. 23 and 24 show in the North Building of the Toronto Congress Centre.

Jun 15, 2013

Training opportunities in Huntsville and Barrie

Eight-week program from May 27 to July 19 will provide participants with hands-on skills in landscaping.

Jun 15, 2013

Filice proud of Hamilton garden project

Community garden project helps tenants to access healthy food they can afford and that is culturally appropriate.

The London Chapter Landscape of Excellence Tour has become a very popular event in the city, featuring some great work by LO members.

Jun 15, 2013

London tour ready for fifth year

Chapter charges $10 per person with proceeds benefiting Veterans Memorial Parkway and future community projects.

LO’s public relations director Denis Flanagan proved he is not just another pretty face, when he took on the task improving the soil at Compost Awareness Week at a site in downtown Toronto.

Jun 15, 2013

LO helps to demonstrate value of compost

Participants aerated the lawn behind an office tower and spread the compost to improve the quality of the soil.

Jun 15, 2013

LO members like Deere discounts

Landscape Ontario members can take advantage of 15 to 25 per cent discounts on John Deere equipment.

Jun 15, 2013

Western Landscape Services encourages students to plant trees

Sixth annual Plant a Tree, Make our City Cool school program held on May 2.

Some great summer social and sports activities, such as the golf tournament in Ottawa, are all lined up for Landscape Ontario members.

Jun 15, 2013

Great list of summer activities planned

Exciting line-up of golf, baseball and barbecues put together by dedicated volunteers and chapter staff.

Paul Snyders of PGS Landscape in London, Jan Hunter of Hunter Home and Garden, also of London, Cindy Buelow and Dan Lizmore of Leaf Landscape Solutions, Belmont are proud of the Chapter’s new trailer.

Jun 15, 2013

London Chapter well represented at home and garden shows

Members help to promote professionalism of LO members to the public.

Jun 15, 2013

Backyard Glam Tour features LO members

Portion of the proceeds to support Beaver Valley Outreach and Hanover Hospital Foundation.

Jun 15, 2013

Membership survey reveals majority pleased with LO

Responses provide a clear picture of which programs members are using, as well as which benefits are the greatest value.

Matt Hill accepts the young entrepreneur of the year award from Brampton mayor Susan Fennell.

Jun 15, 2013

Lawn Troopers wins young entrepreneur award

Landscape Ontario member recognized by City of Brampton.

The Skills Ontario competition provides secondary and post-secondary school students with hands-on experience under competitive conditions.

Jun 15, 2013

Landscape students show their skills in Waterloo

Ontario event is the largest in the country with over 1,900 competitors from across the province in more than 60 contests.

May 30, 2013

This year’s auction part of Sheridan’s 100th celebration

Landscape Ontario’s Growers Group will hold its annual Industry Auction on Aug. 14.

May 15, 2013

Many saddened by news of Gerry Ginsberg's passing

Canada Blooms general manager passed away on May 3.

May 15, 2013

Sudbury Landscaping appreciates Esso benefits

Program is one of the most popular among the many business products and services offered in Landscape Ontario’s Endorsed Supplier Program.

May 15, 2013

Plans progressing for Backyard Glam Tour

Tour will feature 12 gardens created by Landscape Ontario members from Georgian Lakelands and Waterloo Chapters.

May 15, 2013

Students and teachers work to build new greenhouse

Craig Kielburger Secondary School in Milton has taken on an ambitious project.

May 15, 2013

Seferian Design Group wins small business award

LO member recognized with City of Burlington Small Business Excellence Award.

Tyler Speirs created this design for the centre stage garden at the Thornbury Home and Garden Show.

May 15, 2013

Chapter shows LO colours at Thornbury

Georgian Lakelands Chapter proudly had the Landscape Ontario name on display.

May 15, 2013

Childs ready to improve Expo and Congress

New Chair of Trade Show Committee has been a consistent volunteer at Landscape Ontario since 2004.

May 15, 2013

Research continues on management of boxwood blight

Researchers are attempting to understand the biology of Cylindrocladium buxicola, or boxwood blight.

May 15, 2013

Golden Horseshoe MTO meeting attracts over 120

Ministry of Transportation officers, Ian Walters and Mark Bonner, held an interactive presentation on road safety.

Apr 15, 2013

Canadale Home and Garden Show

Canadale Nurseries recently held its sixth annual home and garden show in St. Thomas with over 5,000 visitors taking in the event.

Apr 15, 2013

Landscapers plan second canoe trip to help river

Derek Lippert CLP, owner of Quiet Nature of Ayr, is taking on the challenge of canoeing the entire length of the Grand River.

Apr 15, 2013

Blog gives GreenTrade high marks

Rob Redden, a blogger with Upper Canada Stone Company, gave GreenTrade Expo rave reviews.

Apr 15, 2013

Upper Canada Chapter’s Second Annual Squash Tournament

Upper Canada Chapter’s Second Annual Squash Tournament on Feb 28 was a smash hit.

Apr 15, 2013

Members appreciate hotel discount benefit

One of the newest participants in the Landscape Ontario member benefit program is CLC Lodging.

Apr 15, 2013

Congress 2013 winner

Chad Jackson CHT from CJ Blowers in Millgrove won a 50-inch TV at the UPI Energy LP booth at Congress 2013.

The Windsor Chapter had many inquiries relating to Landscape Ontario at its booth at the Greater Windsor Home Builders Association Home Show held Mar. 1 to 3.

Apr 15, 2013

Windsor Chapter spreads the message at home show

Green for Life was the central theme of the Windsor Chapter’s garden space at the Greater Windsor Home Builders Association Home Show from Mar. 1 to 3.

Apr 15, 2013

Stratford Garden Show

The Stratford Home and Garden Show saw two Landscape Ontario members take part in the event from Feb. 28 to Mar. 3.

Apr 15, 2013

London Chapter prepares next stage of Parkway project

The London Chapter is preparing for the next phase of the Veterans Memorial Parkway that will see two new large features and 650 more trees planted along the 10-kilometre stretch of highway.

Apr 15, 2013

ICPI Chapter to become committee in LO

The Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI) Ontario Chapter has moved to integrate itself as a Hardscape Committee of Landscape Ontario.

Georgian Lakelands Chapter organizers were pleased with the huge attendance at its Mar. 5 meeting.

Apr 15, 2013

MTO draws great reviews in Georgian Lakelands

Members of the Georgian Lakelands Chapter are pleased with the response to the Mar. 5 meeting featuring Ministry of Transportation officials.

Apr 15, 2013

Contractors Lecture event a success despite weather

Landscape Ontario’s Contractors Lecture and Dinner event on Feb. 27 had a full house with more than 140 contractors and suppliers in attendance.

An industry first, the LO Garden Centre Sector Group, CNLA and LS Training System have created an online training program that will be used across Canada.

Apr 15, 2013

Garden training video first of its kind

Thanks to the Landscape Ontario Garden Centre Sector Group, garden centres across Canada have a new tool to train employees.

Apr 15, 2013

Sale of excess LO property announced

Landscape Ontario’s Building Committee has announced the sale of 23 acres of excess land from the 48-acre property at the home office in Milton.

Nearly 200 nursery growers packed the Royal Canadian Legion Hall in Guelph.

Mar 15, 2013

Growers Short Course keeps members up-to-date

For the second consecutive year, the Landscape Ontario Growers Sector Group staged its annual short course at the Royal Canadian Legion in Guelph.

Mar 15, 2013

Glam tour set for Georgian and Waterloo

Two Landscape Ontario Chapters are taking part in The Backyard Glam Tour this July.

Mar 15, 2013

Ottawa members help build fundraising home

Ottawa Chapter member Jason Smalley was quick to step forward to be a part of the project in his home city of Ottawa to help raise funds for the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO).

Mar 15, 2013

LO Safety Group brings home top marks

Landscape Ontario Safety Group has achieved high marks on the Lost Time Severity Rate Report Card, compared with the rest of the agriculture industry.

Mar 15, 2013

Great year for pro development

Participation has been brisk this season at LO’s professional development seminars.

Mar 15, 2013

GM endorsed supplier program still popular among LO members

London Chapter unveiled its beautiful new trailer which will be used at events throughout the area to both promote the association and carry supplies for Chapter events and shows.

Mar 15, 2013

London Chapter unveils new trailer at London Lifestyle Show

The London Chapter proudly launched its new trailer at the London Home Builders Association’s Lifestyles Show, held in late January at the Western Fairgrounds.

Mar 15, 2013

LO pioneers featured on website

Throughout Landscape Ontario’s 40th anniversary year, the Landscape Ontario YouTube channel will feature compelling interviews with interesting people who are important icons in LO’s history.

Georgian Lakelands Chapter’s annual ski event was blessed with 20 cm of snow throughout the day.

Mar 15, 2013

Ski day attracts good numbers and biggest snowfall

Skiers taking part in the annual Georgian Lakelands Ski Day were blessed with a fresh snowfall of 20 cm throughout the day on Feb. 8, at Craigleith Ski Club in Collingwood.

Nels Peterson was a hit at this year’s Lighting Conference.

Mar 15, 2013

Landscape lighting design was highlight of conference

Now in its fourth year, the success of the Landscape Ontario’s Lighting Conference continued with a full house of more than 100 contractors and suppliers.

Over 200,000 people pass through Canada Blooms, making it one of the best opportunities to show the high-end skills of Landscape Ontario members.

Mar 15, 2013

LO ready to show pride at Canada Blooms

Landscape Ontario will be smack in the middle of things, both literally and figuratively, at this year’s Canada Blooms.

Bruce Morton of Greenscape Water Systems, left, received the distinguished member award from Tim Kearney of Garden Creations.The award was presented to honour Morton’s dedication towards GreenTrade over the show’s 20-year history.

Mar 15, 2013

GreenTrade's 20th anniversary attracts record crowd

A record crowd and a clear winter’s day at the Ernst and Young Centre in Ottawa marked the 20th anniversary celebration of Ottawa Chapter’s GreenTrade Expo 2013.

Mar 11, 2013

In memoriam — John Bakker Sr.

John Bakker Sr. passed away on Feb. 7, 2012.

Greenlife staff welcomed Ottawa city councillor Scott Moffat to a day in the life. From left, Gang Liu, horticulturist; Julie Doyle, office assistant; Tina Lockett, office manager; Melissa Clark, horticulturist; Mary Stewart, nursery sales and horticulturist; Dave Johnston, operations manager; Scott Moffatt.

Feb 15, 2013

Ottawa councillor is landscaper for a day

Scott Moffatt gets first-hand experience after spending a day with Greenlife Wholesale Nursey in Manotick.

Feb 15, 2013

Moving huge rocks

Mackia Land Design in St. Agatha had the daunting task of moving two gigantic rocks over 180 km. Mackia’s Glen Keats says one rock weighed 90 tons, while the other was 28 tons.

Feb 15, 2013

New benefits added to large list of member discounts

Landscape Ontario members can take advantage of the many long-time discounts and a continually growing list of new available ones through the CNLA Members Savings Program

Feb 15, 2013

New business guide available to improve safety system

A new guide, designed to assist in developing a health and safety system, is now available to members of Landscape Ontario.

Tony Lombardi, left, and Don Chase helped launch the new designers manual at Congress.

Feb 15, 2013

Designers handbook launched

At Congress the Landscape Designers Sector Group launched its brand new, hot-off-the-press Landscape Designer Manual.

Feb 15, 2013

AGM reveals busy year

Everyone was in agreement at this year’s Landscape Ontario’s Annual General Meeting, held Jan. 9 during Congress, that the association had a busy year with many successful projects.

Volunteers praise Carlo Mann (right), owner of Manor Landscaping, for his support to beautify the grounds at the Guelph hospice.

Feb 15, 2013

LO member helps Guelph hospice beautify grounds

Two Guelph area charities, Pollination Guelph and Hospice Wellington, are eagerly anticipating the arrival of spring 2013, when everyone may enjoy the beautiful, pollinator garden planted earlier last fall on the hospice site in Guelph.

Jan 15, 2013

Growers’ short course returns to Guelph Legion

The annual Growers Short Course will take place on Feb. 6, at the Guelph Legion, 57 Watson Parkway S.

Jan 15, 2013

Lighting conference welcomes acclaimed speaker

Landscape Ontario’s Landscape Lighting Sector Group is set to host the 4th annual conference on Feb. 20.

Jan 15, 2013

Lecture Series returns

Scott Wentworth OALA, CSLA and Daria Nardone OALA will headline Landscape Ontario’s Landscape Contractors Sector Group lecture series on Feb. 27.

Jan 15, 2013

GreenTrade is still Eastern Ontario’s must-attend trade show

Landscape Ontario’s Ottawa Chapter will celebrate 20 years of GreenTrade Expo on Feb. 13.

Jan 15, 2013

Employer explains benefits of Safety Group Program

Everyone has heard all the inspirational lines, “Safety is a state of mind,” “Safety first,” and “Safety is our number one priority.” But, how many company owners and crew members actually back up those fluffy feel-good words?

Jan 15, 2013

Heat influences this year’s trial gardens

Every growing season offers a new set of challenges for those of us working to keep gardens healthy and vibrant.

Jan 15, 2013

Members asked to encourage political support of Flora Niagara

Flora Niagara is asking industry members to communicate with their representatives of government.

Chapter and Sector board members gathered at the LO home office to create a plan to improve the relevancy of the association.

Jan 15, 2013

Governance meeting sets goals to improve LO

LO members serving on Chapter boards and Sector Groups gathered at the Association’s home office on Dec. 6, to discuss ways to improve the nine Chapters and ten Sector Groups under the Landscape Ontario umbrella.

From left: David Wright CLP, Waterloo Chapter representative on the LO board of directors, Jason Dietrich, a director on the Waterloo Chapter, Richard Burch CLT, CLP, CIT, Chapter vice president, and Lisa Talbot, executive director of KidsAbility Foundation.

Dec 15, 2012

Waterloo donation

The scholarship fund presentation took place at the Chapter’s Fall Freeze-Up on Nov. 16.

Dec 15, 2012

Provincial board hears details on Flora Niagara

Members of the Landscape Ontario Board of Directors held their monthly meeting at the offices of the Niagara Parks Commission on Nov. 21.

From left: Fiore Zenone, Chapter president, David Pierce, Chapter director, Ben Cecil, Niagara College’s dean of environment, media and technology, Jim Thomson, Niagara College’s greenhouse manager, Bruce Wilson, Chapter treasurer, and Al Unwin, Niagara College’s chair of environmental and horticultural studies.

Dec 15, 2012

Golden Horseshoe helps students

The Golden Horseshoe Chapter presented a cheque for $3,000 to Niagara College to assist students in financial need.

Dec 15, 2012

Results of snow survey now online

The project was initiated by Landscape Ontario as a three year study through the University of Waterloo.

Rob Crysdale of Landcare, left, and Cathal Boyd of Shamrock Garden and Landscaping, flank Mark Cullen.

Dec 15, 2012

Toronto members plant legacy of trees

LO members recently joined forces with Trees for Life to install 80 caliper trees at Toronto’s Archbishop Romero Catholic High School.

Dec 15, 2012

Trip to Vegas

Lantz will enjoy a four-day trip for two to Las Vegas.

Dec 15, 2012

Sheridan marks centennial with book

The 288-page volume by Edward Butts and Karl Stensson features the stories behind Sheridan’s history.

Dec 15, 2012

In Memoriam — Gordon Robert Palaric-Skinner

Long-time Sheridan Nurseries employee passed away suddenly on Nov. 12.

Dec 15, 2012

Durham hosting new horticulture tech program

In September, Durham College began an exciting new horticulture technician program.

Dec 15, 2012

In Memoriam — Johannes Dol

Long-time Landscape Ontario member passed away at the age of 78.

Front row, from left, John Aird, WSPS manager of industry relations, Michelle Wessel, Barb Kerr, Noreen Haunton, David Nemeth, Lindsay Drake Nightingale, Ryan Harpe, Jessica Odorjan and Amber Way. In back from left, Tony DiGiovanni, Lawrence Medas, Sally Harvey, Jack VandeRee CLT, Elizabeth Mills, Leon Denbok, Harry DeVries, Ken Jorgenson, Sue Hart, Samantha Trimboli, Nicole Taylor, Mike Watson, Matt Humphrey, Gerwin Bouman, Gerry Gale and Steve Hussul.

Dec 15, 2012

Safety Group reaps benefit of WSIB rebate

Members of LO Safety Group had lots to celebrate on Nov. 23.

Dan Garlatti accepts one of the three awards his company Garlatti Landscaping won in the Windsor Chapter Awards of Distinction from Jay Terryberry.

Dec 15, 2012

Windsor Chapter presents Awards of Distinction

The Windsor Chapter honoured a number of its professional members for their outstanding work with its annual Awards of Distinction.

Judy Bell accepts the Community Partnership Award from John Klein, a board member with Community Living Quinte West.

Nov 15, 2012

Work of Upper Canada Chapter is rewarded

This past year, 13 members of Landscape Ontario’s Upper Canada Chapter partnered with seven other local businesses to provide a beautiful green space in the back yard of the Joan Scott Developmental Centre.

Nov 15, 2012

Pathway to Perennials raises record amount for cancer fund

For the ninth consecutive year, LO member Pathway to Perennials in Kettleby hosted its annual Art and Jazz Charity Garden Party.

From left, Grant Harrison CLT of Escapes Outdoor Living Designs of London, Chapter past president; Jason Zehr of Rural Roots Landscaping of London, and Mike Martins of Kimmick Landscaping, both Chapter directors, and an unnamed volunteer set a tree.

Nov 15, 2012

London members continue work on tree planting project

Members of the London Chapter continued their strong support of the Veterans Memorial Parkway tree planting project with 225 more trees going into the ground on Sept. 29.

Scott Duff of Aura Landscaping, on left, and Nancy Christie of Ridgeview Garden Centre, far right, pose with students and teachers at St. John School in Grimsby.This photo appeared in Niagara This Week.

Nov 15, 2012

LO members celebrate National Tree Day

For the second consecutive year, Landscape Ontario members marked National Tree Day with plantings at provincial schools.

New London chapter president Jarrett Woodard greets those attending the London Golf Tournament on Sept. 14, at the Pine Knot Golf Course in Dorchester.

Oct 15, 2012

Chapter golf tournaments in 2012

Summer fun events continue to be help at the local level.

Oct 15, 2012

Retail exam updated

The Landscape Industry Certified Retail Horticulturist (formerly Certified Horticultural Technician) exam has been updated to reflect the changing nature of retail garden centres.

Oct 15, 2012

Look for Pro Dev Guide

Accompanying this issue of Landscape Ontario magazine is the new 44-page Professional Development Guide that is filled with over 130 seminars, information on special events throughout the year and much more.

Oct 15, 2012

Plantscape professionals have new reference tool

Members of the interior plantscape industry have a new reference tool, the Interior Plantscape Reference and Study Manual.

Paul-Britman Rapai of Fox Hollow Farms in Langton enthusiastically showed members of the growers’ tour, a machine with a unique device he uses at his operation.

Oct 15, 2012

Growers visit Norfolk and Elgin operations

An enthusiastic group took part in the 2012 Growers’ Tour, visiting four sites in the counties of Norfolk and Elgin.

Oct 15, 2012

IPM manual ready for nurseries

Landscape Ontario has recently produced a new manual to help nursery growers improve their pest management programs.

Oct 15, 2012

LO nursery growers receive help

Landscape Ontario has announced that Dr. Jeanine West has been hired to support nursery growers in Ontario under the Canadian Agricultural Adaptation Program (CAAP) which funded the boxwood blight project.

Oct 15, 2012

Barbecue again a success for Durham Chapter

It was a great day for a barbecue on Aug. 23, when the Durham Chapter staged its annual barbecue and supplier showcase at Durham College’s Whitby campus.

These girls had fun at the face-painting booth, at the Golden Horseshoe Chapter Chicken Roast before grabbing great chicken and corn.

Oct 15, 2012

Fun dominates Golden Horseshoe Chicken Roast

Over 200 people enjoyed the 2012 version of the Golden Horseshoe Chapter’s Chicken Roast.

A winning planter created by Green Valley Landscaping.

Oct 15, 2012

LO members show off talent at Planter Box event

As part of the Celebrate Yonge event in Toronto, Landscape Ontario members took over the busiest section along the province’s longest street.

Oct 15, 2012

Team effort steps up to help ALS victim

This month we feature a project that involved a number of members.

Oct 15, 2012

Sheridan Nurseries named international Grower of the Year

Landscape Ontario member Sheridan Nurseries won a world title as Grower of the Year.

Oct 15, 2012

Returning home proves great success for snow symposium

Coming back home proved the right move for the Landscape Ontario Snow and Ice Symposium, held on Sept. 20 at LO’s Milton home office.

Sep 15, 2012

Record entries in retail Awards of Excellence

A record number of entries were received for the 2012 retail Awards of Excellence.

Sep 15, 2012

Willowbrook Nurseries has long record of helping community

Willowbrook Nurseries in Fenwick is well-known for its charity work helping the cancer fund with its special branded plants.

Sheridan Nurseries took home the championship trophy at this year’s Toronto Chapter Slo-pitch tournament.

Sep 15, 2012

Toronto Chapter hosts successful ball tournament

No matter how you measure success, this year’s Toronto Chapter ball tournament qualifies on all fronts.

An inspection of the 401 sites in 2011 showed some species were doing well, while others had not survived the year.

Sep 15, 2012

Final report notes Green Highways study an important first

The final report on the Greening the Highways project states that data gathered over the two-year period is extremely useful, but further study is required.

Sep 15, 2012

GreenTrade Expo ready for 20th birthday

Preparations are underway for GreenTrade Expo 2013, scheduled for Feb. 13, 2013.

Sep 15, 2012

Committee to mark 40th year of LO

A special committee has been formed to mark the 40th anniversary of Landscape Ontario.

Over 12 candidates received certification credentials in July.

Sep 15, 2012

Over 40 candidates challenge certification tests

On July 26 and 27, a total of 44 candidates took on the challenge of the Landscape Industry Certified Technician Test hosted at the Landscape Ontario home office in Milton.

Sep 15, 2012

Time to show off work with Awards of Excellence

You have created beautiful landscapes. You have manicured lawns. You have lit the landscape in the night sky. You have enhanced the lives of all those who bear witness to the magnificent work of art that you constructed.

Sep 15, 2012

Pierre nurtures kids and woodland

Pierre told about two projects she was involved with over the past year or two.

The Upper Canada Golf Tournament took place at the Loyalist Golf Club in Bath with about 50 golfers taking part this year. In photo, from left, Ernest Williams from Aquascape, with member of the Chapter golf committee Stephen Poole of Connon Nurseries/CBV, Trenton, and Mark Norris from EMC, a local community newspaper.

Sep 15, 2012

Chapter golf tournaments in 2012

Fun on the links help to support local charities.

Aug 15, 2012

LO looking at pilot group insurance program

Landscape Ontario is investigating the the possibility of developing its own group insurance program.

Aug 15, 2012

Members needed to take part in National Tree Day

Landscape Ontario is encouraging members to work with their local schools to promote National Tree Day on Sept. 26.

An example of how one member’s page looks on landscapeontario.com, a benifit of membership.

Aug 15, 2012

Market your company online with Landscape Ontario

As an active member of Landscape Ontario, you can create a free online profile on the popular Green for Life website at landscapeontario.com.

Aug 15, 2012

Business improvement opportunity hosted by Wentworth Landscape Group

The first day will review Wentworth’s corporate systems and processes.

The annual trial gardens provide a great opportunity for designers, garden centre owners or landscape contractors to see what’s new and what does well in harsh conditions.

Aug 15, 2012

Trial gardens open house on Aug. 17

An opportunity to view first-hand some of the latest plants and how they fare under local conditions is available to horticultural professionals on Aug. 17.

Aug 15, 2012

New savings program for members

The Canadian Nursery Landscape Association has announced that Schooley Mitchell Telecom Consultants is part of the member benefit program.

LO’s Snow and Ice Conference will return home on Sept. 20.

Aug 15, 2012

Snow and ice symposium returns to LO home office

LO’s Snow and Ice Conference and Expo is returning to Landscape Ontario’s home office in Milton on Sept. 20.

Aug 15, 2012

Sheridan Nurseries supports large and small campaigns

When it comes to supporting community project, Sheridan Nurseries supports hundreds of small donations each year.

Aug 15, 2012

Upper Canada apprentices

An apprenticeship program through Loyalist College had some major influence through the Upper Canada Chapter.

Aug 15, 2012

Petrie’s help list is long

When the call went out to members who are involved with community events, Petrie’s Quality Soil in Oakville responded with a list of over 60 events and organizations.

Aug 15, 2012

Upper Canada Stone Company big supporter of KidSport

Upper Canada Stone Company in Shanty Bay, near Barrie, has been involved with KidSport Ontario for many years now.

Aug 15, 2012

M&S Architectural ensures clean water in Nicaragua

Mike Beadle of M&S Architectural in Gilford, just south of Barrie, has worked in Nicaragua leading a water filtration project.

Aug 15, 2012

Planters part of Yonge Street event

For four weeks in August and September, a section of Ontario’s most famous street will feature 235 planters, many created by members of Landscape Ontario.

Mother and daughter team, Danielle and Anne Marie Rancourt of Tydan Landscapes in London, proudly showed off their work at the Landscape of Excellence Garden Tour.

Aug 15, 2012

London Chapter members showcase their talent in garden tour

For the fourth consecutive year, members of the London Chapter invited the public to see first-hand what a professionally designed and installed garden looks like.

Jul 15, 2012

Knippel Nursery donates to community groups

Knippel Nursery of Gloucester supports the community through donations of plant material.

Jul 15, 2012

Awards programs allow members to shine

LO’s Award of Excellence program provides an exclusive opportunity for our members to showcase their talents, and allows the association to shine a light on the best of our best.

Vince Vetro with some of the women he is helping achieve business success in Ecuador.

Jul 15, 2012

LO member begins new mission in Ecuador

Landscape Ontario member Vince Vetro has added a new title to his resume, that of executive director of The David/Jonathan Project and The Lending Journey.

Jul 15, 2012

Recent member benefit updates

Petro-Canada no longer owns Certigard.

Jul 15, 2012

Caterpillar offers savings on new machines

Save $250 on your choice of select Cat Work Tool attachments.

Jul 15, 2012

Expo offers many professional development opportunities

It’s July. It’s hot. You are tired and your staff needs motivation. Look no further! Give them something to look forward to – sign up for Expo and get tickets for everyone to Planning for Profit!

Ottawa Chapter had great weather and good times at its tournament last year.

Jul 15, 2012

Great schedule of summer events

The summer of 2012 promises to deliver more great events for LO members, with lots of golf and baseball tournaments and barbecues.

Jul 15, 2012

Western Landscape Services helps students appreciate trees

Western Landscape Services of Elginburg, near Kingston, just launched its fifth annual Plant a Tree, Make our City Cool school program.

Jul 15, 2012

Blue Sky Nursery owner makes a difference

For the past four years the owner of Blue Sky Nursery in Beamsville, Alice Klamer, has served on the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce Board and sponsored fundraising events.

Jul 15, 2012

Industry Auction at Putzer Nursery

The Growers Group annual fund-raiser is all set for July 19.

Designs By The Yard will showcase everything from high-end garden furniture to unique perennials, urns and affordable accessories.

Jul 15, 2012

Designs By The Yard blooms on Annette Street

The retail stretch along Annette Street in Toronto is getting a boost with the opening of Designs By The Yard, an upscale garden design studio and boutique.

Jul 15, 2012

Stormwater management workshops planned this summer

The opportunities will include emerging trends in stormwater management such as rain gardens, permeable paving and rainwater harvesting for irrigation purposes.

Jul 15, 2012

New program helps teach horticulture in Kitchener

Rob Tester of TNT Property Maintenance in Kitchener has set up a program to help local high school students learn about horticulture and environmental stewardship.

Jun 15, 2012

Sheridan leverages its award

A new sign at Sheridan Nurseries’ Georgetown location informs the public about its national distinction as Grower of the Year.

Jun 15, 2012

Members in the News

Appearances by many member companies in recent news articles.

Jun 15, 2012

Industry Auction: All you need to know

Readers of this month’s Landscape Ontario magazine will find a full-colour brochure inserted with this issue highlighting the annual Industry Auction.

Jun 15, 2012

Domoney to headline Expo 2012

The U.K.’s most dynamic garden celebrity, David Domoney, is the keynote speaker opening LO’s Expo trade show this October.

The gold-winning secondary school landscape gardening team, Amanda Beatson and Josh Berger of College Heights Secondary School of the Upper Grand District School Board.

Jun 15, 2012

Students test talent at Skills Canada

Skills Canada - Ontario took place on Apr. 30 to May 2, at RIM Park in Waterloo, with over 1,800 student participants competing at elementary to post-secondary levels.

Jun 15, 2012

Contractors’ barbecue

Georgian Lakelands Chapter had a great turnout for its annual Contractors’ Barbecue, despite cool temperatures.

Jun 15, 2012

Members find GM discount worthwhile

One of the most popular benefits among members of Landscape Ontario is the General Motors discount of up to $12,000 on GMC vehicles.

Jun 15, 2012

Kimmick Landscaping donates service

Michael Martins of Kimmick Landscaping in London, has donated a great deal of lawn and garden maintenance and landscaping service to community buildings, schools and churches.

Jun 15, 2012

Integra Works owner helps his community

James Solecki of Integra Works in Port Sydney volunteers for local community efforts.

Jun 15, 2012

Earthscape donates and educates

Mark Schwarz of Earthscape Ontario in Elmira wrote a blog about his company’s work at the Elmira District Secondary School, which was completed in two phases in 2010 to the spring of 2012.

Gro-Bark shows its strong support for Landscape Ontario’s Green for Life branding with this transport trailer rolling along Ontario highways.

Jun 15, 2012

Gro-Bark trailer promotes green industry

A billboard that measures over 50 feet long and 14 feet high is moving across the Greater Toronto Area each day, promoting Landscape Ontario and the green industry.

Jun 15, 2012

World’s best stone craftsmen coming to Hanover

Some of the best dry stone craftsmen in the world will gather in Hanover for three days, from Sept. 28 to 30.

Peter and Doreen Olsen thank the many people who attended Royal City Nursery’s 50th anniversary.

Jun 15, 2012

Royal City Nursery marks 50 years

Guests, dignitaries and customers helped members of the Olsen family celebrate 50 years of business for Guelph’s Royal City Nursery on May 5.

Both LO’s professional members and residents from the St. James Park neighbourhood volunteered to perform some spring clean-up duties in the refurbished park.

May 15, 2012

Volunteers return to refurbish St James Park

St. James Park gets an early Earth day clean up by volunteers

May 15, 2012

Landscapers’ Appreciation Night

200 contractors attend April 19 event at Hamilton Builder’s Supply in Burlington.

Work is already underway to ensure Expo and Congress continue to provide an exceptional experience for attendees.

May 15, 2012

Trade show planning underway

Teams are busy already preparing for Landscape Ontario’s two largest trade shows, Expo 2012 and Congress 2013.

May 15, 2012

Member-only savings with John Deere

Landscape Ontario members can take advantage of many special discounts available through the CNLA Members Savings Program.

May 15, 2012

Solty offers soil App

In early April, Solty Garden Centre in Cookstown announced the launch of the new Soil Calculator App, now available on iTunes for free.

May 15, 2012

Putzer Nursery to host Industry Auction July 19

Work is presently underway in preparation for the one event each year when LO growers show off their work.

May 15, 2012

Waterloo Chapter helps Foundation

Waterloo Chapter continued its generosity with funds raised at the 2011 golf tournament.

May 15, 2012

Deck Masters of Canada assists with family’s loss from tornado

Deck Masters of Canada was briefly acknowledged for its efforts on the Marilyn Denis Show.

May 15, 2012

Rooms ‘N Blooms helps families feel positive

For the last few years Rooms ‘N Blooms of Waterdown has donated time and resources to Walls of Hope

May 15, 2012

The G&L Group supports children’s garden

Last summer the Children’s Garden at Evergreen Brick Works in Toronto underwent a magnificent transformation with the help of The G&L Group.

May 15, 2012

Windsor celebrates Earth Day

Members of the Windsor Chapter celebrated Earth Day with St. Anne’s French Immersion Elementary School on Apr. 20.

Quiet Nature’s Grand Adventure website has lots of information and the opportunity to pledge towards fund-raising canoe trip down the Grand River.

May 15, 2012

Landscaper’s canoe trip to aid river’s health

Derek Lippert CLP, owner of Quiet Nature of Ayr, agrees that it’s crazy to paddle a canoe 250 km down the Grand River during the industry’s busiest time of the year.

May 15, 2012

Ten applications for Waterloo school planting project

Waterloo Chapter’s School Greening project has become so popular that this year, 10 submissions were received from public and separate school boards from Waterloo and Wellington County.

Apr 15, 2012

Oakridge presents award to Mohawk College

Mohawk College received a copy of the Award of Excellence presented to Oakridge Landscape Contractors earlier this year.

Seferian Design Group completely transformed Joseph Brant Hospital courtyard.

Apr 15, 2012

LO members support community

Seferian Design Group and The Cutting Garden

Apr 15, 2012

Sheridan unveils new look on Yonge Street

Sheridan Nurseries held a grand re-opening of its Yonge Street location on Mar. 31 and Apr. 1.

Apr 15, 2012

LO honours contributor

Percy Ford-Smith, Aggregate Sales at Dufferin Aggregates, received special acknowledgement at Industry Night during Canada Blooms.

Apr 15, 2012

Benefits of membership

Each month, Landscape Ontario magazine will feature one of the products or services available through the Endorsed Supplier Program.

Apr 15, 2012

Landscape Ontario comes full circle

The proverb, “The more things change, the more they stay the same,” perfectly describes the history of Landscape Ontario magazine.

Apr 15, 2012

In Memoriam — W. James Wickware

W. James Wickware died suddenly at Ottawa on Mar. 6, 2012, in his 90th year.

Some of the Windsor Chapter members took a break at the annual Windsor Home Show. They are in front, from left, Nicole Hall, Jim Martin, Kenny McEwan, Olivia Bellaire, Mike Bellaire, Jay Rivait. In back, from left, Dan Garlatti, Don Tellier, Tom Davis, Chris Power and Bob Bellaire.

Apr 15, 2012

Windsor Chapter takes bigger role at city’s home show

Windsor Chapter began the month of March by taking big role in the Greater Windsor Home Show.

Apr 15, 2012

Fusion gardens demonstrated in Peel

Five new gardens in Peel region are demonstrating the concept of fusion landscaping.

Apr 15, 2012

Fresh faces at home office

Laura Brinton and Heather MacRae join home office team.

Members of Rockscape Design of Port Sydney help excavate soil for new school in Nicaragua.

Apr 15, 2012

Rockscape Design owners bring skills to people of Nicaragua

The women were part of several Huntsville-area churches working in the city of Matagalpa.

Apr 15, 2012

LO helps college and historic site form partnership

The program will be offered through the School of Science & Engineering Technology and launching in September 2012.

Apr 15, 2012

Snips Landscape featured for work on green roofs

Snips Landscape and Nursery in Welland was featured in Niagara This Week for its work with green roofs and walls.

Apr 15, 2012

Plans to refurbish High Park put off until fall

Donations, pledged by members of Landscape Ontario to enhance the High Park playground, have been put on hold until this fall.

A few of those enjoying LO Snow Day take a break from the slopes in Collingwood.

Mar 15, 2012

Weather smiles on annual Snow Day

Weather conditions were on our side with temperatures just below zero, with light flurries, when the Georgian Lakelands Chapter held its annual Snow Day.

Mar 15, 2012

In Memoriam — Donald H. Cavan

Owner of Cavan’s Garden Centres in Mississauga and Erin passed away peacefully Jan. 31.

Mar 15, 2012

Duo renovate 100-year-old courtyard

Additional donations required next year to complete the project.

A few of the 190 in attendance take a break from the full-day of education at the annual Growers Short Course in Guelph.

Mar 15, 2012

Growers Short Course increases attendance

Each year the Landscape Ontario Growers Group Short Course provides nursery growers with a chance to hear about the latest research and best practices in the industry.

Mar 15, 2012

LO joins PLANET in Day of Service

Landscape Ontario is joining with PLANET (Professional Landcare Network) to host the 4th annual Day of Service on April 20, 2012.

Mar 15, 2012

Windsor Chapter project featured in magazine

Work by members of the Windsor Chapter to create a dream backyard for an 11-year-old girl, was featured in a city magazine.

The Upper Canada Chapter squash tournament attracted an excellent and varied field to the first-ever event.

Mar 15, 2012

Upper Canada hosts its first squash tournament

The Upper Canada Chapter held its inaugural squash tournament on Feb. 15 at Belleville’s Harbour Fitness Centre.

Mar 15, 2012

Sherk donates beer labels to library

Larry Sherk, retired chief horticulturist at Sheridan Nurseries, was the focus of a recent Globe and Mail feature article.

Mar 15, 2012

Bienenstock part of CBC Live Right Now program

Bienenstock Natural Playgrounds announced its national partnership with the Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF), CBC, and Parks Canada, in the Live Right Now campaign.

Mar 15, 2012

High score on certification test

Rob Tester scored 91 per cent on his certification exam to become a Certified Installer of Permeable Paving Systems.

Mar 15, 2012

Manderley Turf Products recognized for management

Manderley Turf Products was named one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies for 2011.

Mar 15, 2012

Waterloo Chapter donates blood to help community

Waterloo Chapter members are rolling up their sleeves to donate blood through the Canadian Blood Services Partners for Life program.

Participants take part in a design case study at the lighting conference.

Mar 15, 2012

Landscape lighting conference promotes industry improvement

Now in its third year, Landscape Ontario’s Lighting Conference attracted 100 participants and 13 exhibitors.

Mar 14, 2012

Klomp’s Landscaping helps students

Member supports outdoor classroom project of St. Marys District Collegiate and Vocational Institute.

Feb 15, 2012

Paragon Landscapes helps neighbour in need

Graham Sandiford does a good deed for his neighbour in Whitby, Ont.

Feb 15, 2012

Thanks to generous Congress 2012 sponsors

Sponsors who helped to make Congress 2012 such a great success.

Feb 15, 2012

St. James revitalization appreciated

LO continues to receive letters of thanks and congratulations for its members revitalization of St. James Park in Toronto.

Feb 15, 2012

Ottawa AGM has full house and full agenda

Despite the winter storm warning on Jan. 19, the Annual General Meeting for the Ottawa Chapter saw 48 members in attendance.

Feb 15, 2012

LO’S Strengths showcased at AGM

Landscape Ontario’s Annual General Meeting, held Jan. 11 in conjunction with Congress, again reflected the strong, personal involvement members feel with their association.

Feb 15, 2012

Congress says goodbye to Paul Day

After 17 years as show manager with Landscape Ontario’s trade show department, Paul Day announced he was retiring.

Feb 15, 2012

Congress 2012 volunteers

Landscape Ontario extends a grateful thank you to the many volunteers who gave generously of their time to help make Congress 2012 a success.

Jan 15, 2012

Waterloo helps KidsAbility

The Waterloo Chapter had a very successful golf tournament this past summer, and from that event, it was able to share proceeds with a number of charities.

A total of 38 names were added to the list of industry certified.

Jan 15, 2012

New names added to industry certified list

A total of 38 individuals have their names added to the list of industry certified, after they completed the qualification requirements in 2011.

Jan 15, 2012

Sean James receives community honour

Sean James of Fern Ridge Landscaping in Milton received the Community Partner of the Year Award from Halton Ecopartners.

Jan 15, 2012

In memoriam: Bill Schreiber

Bill Schreiber died on Dec. 8, 2011 at the Milton District Hospital.

Jan 15, 2012

Growers’ Short Course moving back to Guelph

The annual LO Growers' Group Short Course has a new home this year. The Feb. 8 event will take place at Royal Canadian Legion, 57 Watson Parkway South, in Guelph.

Jan 15, 2012

Allens busy beyond their business

Bob and Ruby Allen of RW Allen Horticultural Services in St. Thomas have been involved in Arbor Week for many years.

Jan 15, 2012

Yates Custom Lawn Sprinklers irrigates kids hospital

“The past two years we have contributed an installed irrigation system to the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario Lottery Dream Home in Ottawa."

Jan 15, 2012

Safety Group reaps benefit of WSIB rebate

It was a day of celebration in late November at the LO home office in Milton, complete with cake, when the 2010 Safety Group Program participants surpassed last year’s amazing achievement with a 5.74 per cent score out of a possible 6.

Jan 15, 2012

Greentario: Strong Hamilton community supporter

Award-winning LO member Greentario of Hamilton has supported a number of great causes in its community.

Jan 15, 2012

Native Plant Source greens K-W

Native Plant Source of Kitchener was recognized recently for its generous contribution to the newly constructed Living Roof at the University of Waterloo Environmental Studies Building.

Jan 15, 2012

Promote your community projects through LO

LO executive director Tony DiGiovanni CLT recently asked members to reveal the great causes and projects their company has been involved with over the past year or two.

This year’s GreenTrade Expo moves to Ottawa’s new CE Centre.

Jan 15, 2012

Exciting new home for GreenTrade Expo

The excitement and momentum is growing for the Ottawa Chapter’s 19th Annual GreenTrade Expo, with exhibitors and visitors alike showing interest by signing up earlier than normal for the Feb. 15 show.

Jan 15, 2012

IPM Symposium covers trees and turf

Landscape Ontario’s IPM Symposium on Mon., Jan. 9 at the Toronto Congress Centre, Cohen Ballroom, is more relevant than ever.

Jan 15, 2012

LO welcomes Charal as new president

For the next two years Phil Charal will accept the role of president of Landscape Ontario board of directors.

Jan 12, 2012

Tumber wins U.S. award

A monthly U.S. publication dedicated to the pool and spa industry recently recognized Tumber and Associates of Orangeville, Ont.

Dec 15, 2011

In memoriam — Calvin Chong

Dr. Calvin Chong passed away Nov. 26, after a battle with lymphoma.

Dec 15, 2011

In memoriam — David Stevenson Somerville

David Somerville, passed away on Oct. 25, at the age of 83.

Dec 15, 2011

LO members use discounted Canada Blooms tickets as Christmas gifts

Landscape Ontario members can take advantage of a special promotional opportunity by ordering tickets to Canada Blooms, for distribution to their clients, staff, friends and potential clients.

Dec 15, 2011

Snow and Ice event returning home

The Snow and Ice Sector Group will hold its annual symposium and trade show on September 20, 2012.

Dec 15, 2011

In memoriam — Hans J. Schmitz

Hans J. Schmitz, founder and president of Artistic Landscape Designs, passed away on Nov. 17, 2011.

Bonita Glover of The Garden Network, left, accepts the Commercial Beautification Trophy from Lisa Smith of Lisa Purves Garden Design and Consultation, a member of Upper Canada Chapter board of directors.

Dec 15, 2011

Upper Canada continues beautification award

Bonita Glover of The Garden Network received the Trenton Commercial Beautification Trophy.

Dec 15, 2011

Waterloo’s latest greening project creates outdoor classroom

Waterloo-Oxford District Secondary School has a new outdoor classroom thanks to the Waterloo Chapter.

Dec 15, 2011

Have your say at AGM

The Annual General Meeting will take place on Jan. 11, 2012.

Chris Burns, president of the Ottawa Chapter and Clintar Landscape Management-Ottawa, on left, and Ed Hansen, vice president of the Ottawa Chapter and Hansen Lawn and Garden, take a break after volunteering at the Ottawa Cancer Survivors Park.

Dec 15, 2011

Since 2008, Ottawa Chapter is a big part of regional cancer foundation

Since 2008, Ottawa Chapter members have stepped up to maintain the Ottawa Cancer Survivors Park.

Accepting plaques at the Windsor Chapter Awards Night are from left, Christopher Keiser of Landscape Effects Group, Chapter president Nino Papa of Santerra Stonecraft, and Chris Power of Bellaire Landscape.

Dec 15, 2011

Windsor Chapter presents Awards of Distinction

The Windsor Chapter honoured a number of its professional members with Awards of Distinction.

Peter Weber can’t completely hug this giant eastern cottonwood.

Dec 15, 2011

Waterloo Chapter announces really big winner

The 2011 Champion Tree Hunt was a tremendous success for the Waterloo Chapter, with 333 entries.

Nov 15, 2011

Keith Osborne: From the ground up

Keith Osborne is a familiar face to many LO members, especially those involved with growers’ issues and the trial gardens.

Green Streets! will feature small gardens with head-turning results.

Nov 15, 2011

Toronto Chapter plans to Green Streets

Green Streets! will feature small gardens with head-turning results.

Nov 15, 2011

The van Wissens mark 50th anniversary

Hendrika and John van Wissen celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Oct. 7.

Nov 15, 2011

Upper Canada Chapter beautifies residence

Work creates a long-term relationship between community members and the horticulture industry.

Nov 15, 2011

Pathways to Perennials raises $3,000 for cancer unit

LO member hosts annual Art and Jazz Charity Garden Party to raise funds for the Southlake Regional Cancer Unit.

Nov 15, 2011

Invasive Plant Council expects regulations

There are over 400 species of plants considered invasive in Ontario.

Harry Worsley greeted the tour at one of the six farms owned by Uxbridge Nurseries.

Oct 15, 2011

Growers’ tour visits Durham nurseries

Dutchmaster Nurseries, Uxbridge Nurseries, Ground Covers Unlimited and Kobes Nursery featured.

Oct 15, 2011

Safety program designed by growers, for growers

In the coming months, promotional material specifically aimed at growers will be available for a newly developed safety training seminar.

Oct 15, 2011

LO meeting motivates garden centre owners

LO’s garden centre sector group invited business growth specialist Judith Guido to host a special meeting on Sept. 21, for garden centre owners and managers.

Oct 15, 2011

Equipment show was a team effort

Landscape Ontario, in partnership with the Municipal Equipment Operators Association and Ontario Parks Association, staged the fall equipment show on Sept. 15.

Sep 15, 2011

Golf season is winding down for the LO Chapters

Golf season is winding down for the LO Chapters, with only the Georgian Lakelands tournament remaining, Sept. 23.

Sep 15, 2011

LO welcomes Bailey and Barrett

Landscape Ontario welcomes two new staff members, Carla Bailey, London Chapter coordinator, and Shawna Barrett, communications assistant.

Sep 15, 2011

Interiorscape group prepares strategic plan

The Interiorscape Industry Coalition (IIC) is on its way to develop its first strategic plan.

Sep 15, 2011

Challenge and strategy meeting for garden centres

A special meeting is scheduled for Sept. 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., for garden centre owners.

Aug 15, 2011

Haig Seferian receives highest honour from ASLA

Seferian says he was very emotional when informed he had been named to the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) Council of Fellows for 2011.

LO Board members, Ryan Health (left) and Gerwin Bouman (right) assist with the tree planting.

Aug 15, 2011

Tree planting celebrates honourary degree

A surprise tree planting on June 29 commemorated the honourary Bachelor Degree from Humber College given to LO’s executive director Tony DiGiovanni.

Bidders competed for great plant material.

Aug 15, 2011

Auction in wine country raises over $20,000 to help industry

Event raised over $20,000 to help with horticultural research and scholarships was all part of the annual Industry Auction.

The Dunington-Grubb award winning project submitted by Oriole Landscaping has been featured in several consumer magazines.

Aug 15, 2011

Shine in the quest for horticultural excellence

The days start feeling long at this time of year, as enthusiasm dwindles.

Aug 15, 2011

Total of 27 high schools now offer landscaping programs

As a direct result of Landscape Ontario’s efforts there are now 27 high schools offering Specialist High Skills Major programs in horticulture and landscaping.

Aug 15, 2011

LO encouraging members to take part in National Tree Day

Landscape Ontario and Canadian Nursery Landscape Association (CNLA) are working toward helping members celebrate National Tree Day on Sept. 21.

Eloquip staff gather in celebration of the anniversary.

Jul 15, 2011

Eloquip celebrates 25th year

Over 200 people signed the guest book during the celebration of Eloquip’s 25th anniversary on June 3.

Jul 15, 2011

Expo 2011 is now in a home of its own

Expo 2011 begins the decade in a new modern location, on a new date and with a distinct new look.

Jul 15, 2011

LO-funded project studies methods to manage verticillum wilt

A plant biologist with A&L Biologicals in London, Ont., has submitted his first report on his research into managing verticillium wilt disease of maples and other horticultural plants.

Jul 15, 2011

Safety program coming for growers

Landscape Ontario Growers Sector Group has received funding for the development of the Ornamental Growers Safety Program.

From left, Sally Harvey, LO education and labour manager; Joe Tomona, associate dean, Humber College School of Applied Technology; honouree Tony DiGiovanni; Denise Devlin-Li, dean, School of Applied Technology; Anna Marie DiCarlo, sister of Tony DiGiovanni and Terry Murphy, retired Landscape Ontario human resources manager and Humber instructor.

Jul 15, 2011

DiGiovanni receives honourary degree

LO executive director was awarded a honourary Bachelor Degree in Applied Studies from the Humber College.

Jul 15, 2011

Manderley Turf Products

Manderley Turf Products of Ottawa, announced it completed the acquisition of Terra Turf Farms of Calgary.

Jul 15, 2011

Orchard Farm Nurseries

Karl Klinck, past president of the Windsor Chapter, of Orchard Farm Nurseries in Windsor, was featured in People Profiles in the May issue of Biz X magazine.

Jul 15, 2011

It’s official, agreement signed to co-locate Blooms and Home Show

The two events will be held side-by-side next year at the Direct Energy Centre in Toronto.

Jun 15, 2011

Skills Canada adds design competition

Skills Canada - Ontario took place on May 2 and 3, in Waterloo, with over 1,800 student participants.

Jun 15, 2011

Expo to feature newest digital marketing tool

Expo 2011 is looking to help the green industry embrace the new digital marketing medium known as Quick Response, or QR.

Jun 15, 2011

Cold, wet spring hit all sectors

Extreme weather conditions in April and May, with near-record rainfall and low temperatures affected all sectors.

Jun 15, 2011

Group buying sites leave members hot and cold

Group buying sites such as Groupon and WagJag are gaining popularity across the country.

Last year over 120 skids of horticultural plastic were collected in Ontario and B.C.

Jun 15, 2011

More changes coming to national plastic recycling program

In just its second year, some significant changes are coming to Canada’s national program to recycle horticultural plastic.

Jun 15, 2011

In Memoriam — Roy Ford

Roy Kenneth Ford passed away May 4 at the age of 75.

Jun 15, 2011

In Memoriam — Sibylla Dorothea Peters

Co-founder of Humber Nurseries passed away on May 12 at the age of 92.

Jun 15, 2011

Niagara school and OPA mark 75th

Back in 1936, the wisdom of The Niagara Parks Commission to create its own School of Horticulture has resulted in award-winning dividends.

Although some changes are taking place for this year’s auction, the high quality plant material available will remain the same.

Jun 15, 2011

Wine country is site of this year’s auction

The 2011 Industry Auction presented by Landscape Ontario’s Growers Group is being held July 14 at Blue Sky Nursery in Beamsville, Ont.

Certification evaluations are coming in July.

Jun 15, 2011

Great reasons to become certified

The question I hear most often is, “What is the value of certification?”

May 15, 2011

In Memoriam - John Ferreira

John Ferreira, president of Don Valley Landscaping in Thornhill, passed away suddenly on Apr. 8, 2011.

May 15, 2011

In Memoriam — Dr. Leslie Laking

Dr. Leslie Laking died peacefully at The Carpenter Hospice, Burlington, on Apr. 16.

May 15, 2011

In Memoriam — Desmond Rice

Des Rice passed away suddenly in Naples, Fla., on Thurs., Apr. 14 at the age of 62 years.

May 15, 2011

Photographs are important when entering LO Awards of Excellence program

LO’s Awards of Excellence program provides the opportunity to showcase talent.

May 15, 2011

Expo’s new look moves to new home

Landscape Ontario’s Expo has gone through some minor transformations over the years, but the 2011 version has some major changes.

May 15, 2011

Committee develops list of trees for urban landscape

Factsheets featuring trees suitable fore urban areas are being prepared for publication and will appear on the Landscape Ontario website.

May 15, 2011

Cuddy Gardens open tour is in June

This year’s open tour of Cuddy Gardens will provide the opportunity to view several rare and endangered plants.

May 15, 2011

Garden Tourism hands out awards

Canada’s Garden Tourism Conference held a new awards ceremony at the closing event of its bi-annual gathering in Toronto in mid-March.

Saugeen students work on their horticulture project.

Apr 15, 2011

Saugeen horticulture students tell their story

At Saugeen District Secondary School in Port Elgin, students enrolled in the horticulture course are gaining experience they will remember for a lifetime.

Apr 15, 2011

University of Guelph researching green roof plants

The University of Guelph has announced the creation of a new research program.

Apr 15, 2011

In memoriam - Agnes Rickli

Co-owner of New Style Gardening Limited in Hamilton, Agnes Rickli, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wed., Mar. 2.

Apr 15, 2011

Members deal with tough issue of increasing gas prices

Gasoline prices at the pump are expected to continue to rise, but by how much is the tough question.

Apr 15, 2011

Growers brainstorm a path to prosperity

A group of 60 LO growers attended a think tank at the Milton office in January to investigate ways to improve the sector’s prosperity.

Mar 15, 2011

Large attendance at turf symposium

Attendance numbers put smiles on the faces of organizers at the annual Ontario Turfgrass Symposium (OTS) held on Feb. 23 and 24 at the University Of Guelph.

It wasn’t all business at the Lighting Symposium. A free draw saw some lucky attendees win a copy of Jan Moyer’s book, Landscape Lighting. In photo are, from left, Steven VanLochen, David Peters, Jan Moyer, Martin Williams and Byron Hobson.

Mar 15, 2011

Lighting Symposium considered great success

In just its second year, Landscape Ontario’s Lighting Symposium was considered a great success.

Mar 15, 2011

Putting new technology to work for LO

If you know what a Beta player is, or more likely if you owned one (careful, you are showing your age), you may agree that all of this social media stuff is just hype! Or IS it?

Mar 15, 2011

Employee handbook available for garden centres

The Garden Centre Sector of Landscape Ontario has created a template that all business owners can adopt and modify for their business.

Mar 15, 2011

Growers Group Short Course continues its popularity

Nursery growers took advantage of the opportunities at the annual Growers Group Short Course to learn about new research and best practices in the industry.

Feb 15, 2011

Contractors Sector Group wants to hear from landscapers

Our mission is to raise awareness of the environmental, economic, and lifestyle benefits of gardens and green spaces. Our ultimate goal is to landscape Ontario.

Feb 15, 2011

Students to display skills at Canada Blooms

Post-secondary teams from across the province will showcase their landscaping skills at Canada Blooms this March.

Feb 15, 2011

Members braved snow and traffic to participate in LO AGM

Despite snow and traffic, LO members showed their pride and sense of duty at the Jan. 12 Annual General Meeting held at the Doubletree by Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel.

Feb 15, 2011

Toronto Chapter Green for Life initiative will provide garden at Sick Kids Hospital

Patients at Sick Kids Hospital in Toronto will have the opportunity to experience the joy of being in a garden, thanks to the efforts of the Toronto Chapter.

Feb 15, 2011

LO Safety Group awarded $70,889

2009 Safety Group earns best safety performance to date.

Those attending Canada Blooms this year will enter through Landscape Ontario’s Green for Life garden.

Feb 15, 2011

Major changes to Green for Life Garden expected to create a super wow factor

Landscape Ontario will be front and centre when the 2011 edition of Canada Blooms opens its doors from Mar. 16 to 20.

Feb 15, 2011

LO member’s snow delivery for Christmas is TV hit

Landscape Ontario became part of a cute Christmas story in Toronto.

LO show committee members, Terry Childs (left) and Klaas Sikkema look over one of the new products that will be on display at this year’s New Product Showcase at Congress 2011.

Jan 15, 2011

New products has a green theme at this year’s Congress showcase

The New Product Showcase at Congress 2011 will feature over 60 new or green products.

Jan 15, 2011

Congress offers full line up of educational sessions

The 2011 Congress line up promises some of the most relevant educational sessions in many years.

Taking part in the building of LO’s feature garden at Canada Blooms is a time of pride and an opportunity to work with a great team.

Jan 15, 2011

Momentum is building for LO members to create the largest garden ever at Canada Blooms

Momentum is building among LO members as they prepare to create the largest garden in the history of Canada Blooms.

Jan 15, 2011

Year-end trial garden report reveals results for 2010

At the end of 2010, it is time for me to gather together the successful — and not so successful — stories from the Guelph Trial Garden.

A new native plant award will honour the memory of Horst Dickert.

Jan 15, 2011

Award to honour memory of pioneer

The 38th Annual Awards of Excellence ceremony will see more than 600 leading industry professionals in attendance at this year’s event on Jan. 11.

Jan 15, 2011

Growers’ Group Short Course focuses on important production issues

The annual LO Growers’ Group Short Course in February promises to provide an opportunity for nursery growers to network, share information and learn more about important issues affecting their businesses.

Jan 15, 2011

Concern from LO clarifies cause of explosion

Back in early November, newspapers and TV stations blared out the heading, ‘Niagara Falls landscaping company fined $180,000 in connection with a 2008 explosion.’

Jan 15, 2011

Attend GreenTrade Expo on Feb. 16

GreenTrade Expo has become the must-attend event for green industry and landscape professionals in eastern Ontario and western Quebec.

Jan 15, 2011

Many have supported Prosperity Partners since 2008

Since 2008, industry members have supported Landscape Ontario’s Building Your Prosperity workshop.

Jan 15, 2011

Algonquin re-designs horticulture program

Algonquin College’s horticulture program has survived the threat of closure.

Jan 15, 2011

Call goes out for opinions on LO’s role in education

This article is an open forum asking for your input into this industry and educational institution relationship.

Dec 15, 2010

Have your say at 2011 AGM

Annual General Meeting will take place on Jan. 12, 2011.

A total team effort created the Green for Life garden.

Dec 15, 2010

Call goes out to join garden build at Canada Blooms

The dictionary defines the word advocacy as, “Active support, especially the act of pleading or arguing for something.”

Dec 15, 2010

New insurance carrier is good news for industry says committee chair

Horticulture Review recently sat down with CNLA’s insurance committee chair Gerald Boot to discuss some of the changes taking place with the HortProtect insurance program.

Dec 15, 2010

Landscaper has much to celebrate at opening of homeless shelter’s garden

David Gaze had a lot to celebrate on Sept. 24, when the official opening ceremonies took place at The Garden of Hope at Salvation Army Lighthouse Shelter for the Homeless in Oakville.

Dec 15, 2010

LO’s 38th annual trade show and conference will begin 2011 with innovation and education

Canada’s international horticultural trade show and conference is just around the corner. The 38th edition of Congress will take place Jan. 11 to 13 at the Toronto Congress Centre.

Nov 15, 2010

Service family grows

Dashiell James Service joins the extended LO family.

Nov 15, 2010

In memoriam - Uli Dubach

LO lost a good friend in Uli Dubach from Harmony Printing.

Nov 15, 2010

In memoriam — Sandra Hasselman

Sandra Hasselman, co-owner of Dutchman’s Landscaping in Burlington, passed away on Mon., Oct. 18.

Nov 15, 2010

Getting ready for Congress

I am amazed at how much things have changed.

Bienenstock Natural Playgrounds was honoured with the Trillium Award. On hand during the special presentation at Congress 2010 are from left, Paul Ronan, Ontario Parks Association executive director, Bienenstock representatives, Jeff Cowan, vice president of operations, and John El-Raheb, manager of online data, with Tony DiGiovanni, LO executive director.

Nov 15, 2010

Awards recognize inspirational industry leaders

The individual awards only given in exceptional circumstances are presented at the LO Awards Gala, held at Congress each year.

From left, are Glenn Herold of Brown’s Concrete Products in Sudbury, Rick Stinchcombe of Rosetta Hardscapes, Mel Hajdu and Bill Hajdu, both of Decorative Landscape Stone.

Nov 15, 2010

Otterville landscaper wins TV

Over 50 contractors provided feedback on their experiences installing Rosetta Hardscapes products for the chance to win a 40 inch television.

Landscapers compete in Amazing Bed Race.

Nov 15, 2010

Two landscape companies big part of Amazing Bed Race

The event, on Sept. 26, was the first-ever Burlington Amazing Bed Race.

Nov 15, 2010

Staycation is now an official word

Staycation has been accepted as one of this year’s new words.

Nov 15, 2010

LO behind research project to help growers identify pests

A new digital identification technology is being tested in hopes it will help nursery growers pinpoint which pests are threatening their crops.

Oct 15, 2010

New location successful for Snow and Ice Symposium

The combined effort provided a larger snow and ice management symposium and trade show under the name Partnering for Success.

Oct 15, 2010

Ottawa hosts its first Build a Bid

Ottawa's first Build a Bid workshop provided those fortunate enough to attend, with practical, hands-on information on how to accurately present a bid and close the deal.

Oct 15, 2010

Long-time LO member marks 50th anniversary

Zimmermann’s Nursery and Supplies in Strathroy is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

Oct 15, 2010

Legacy campaign support growing

The new legacy campaign, to help continue the Ontario Horticultural Trades Foundation’s (OHTF) good works, has received $145,000 in pledges.

Oct 15, 2010

Dutch designer wows crowd with lecture on artistry with bulbs

Dutch landscape designer Jacqueline van der Kloet captivated her audience of 275 attendees at the Toronto Botanical Garden on Sept. 16.

Oct 15, 2010

Rodger Tschanz honoured by university

Rodger Tschanz, was among 14 outstanding University of Guelph employees to receive the President’s Award for Exemplary Staff Service.

Melissa Spearing, following in her father’s footsteps as a student at Niagara Parks School of Horticulture, takes a group of growers on a private tour of the beautiful Niagara Parks gardens. Melissa is a second-generation grower at Ground Covers Unlimited. The tour group was treated to an incredible dinner catered by the school’s own chefs.

Oct 15, 2010

Growers’ tour of Niagara area proves a popular choice

The growers’ tour in 2009 set a record for attendance at 104. This year smashed that number, when 120 people climbed aboard two charter buses to visit six sites in the Niagara area.

Oct 15, 2010

Vineland hosts short course for Master Gardeners

On Sept. 12, Landscape Ontario sponsored an educational short course for members of Master Gardeners of Ontario (MGOI).

Oct 15, 2010

Members help Jason’s wish come true

Members of Landscape Ontario and the community of Stouffville joined forces with Make-A-Wish Canada to fulfill a young boy’s dream of having an outdoor space to relax and spend quality time with his family.

Sep 15, 2010

Growers to tour Niagara region Sept. 14

Annual tour will visit some great nurseries.

Sep 15, 2010

LO Safety Groups preparing for 2011

The 2011 Safety Groups Program is set to begin a new season.

Over 120 skids of plastic were collected during National Plastic Recycling Week. In photo, Agnes Zawartka of CNLA is ready to sort another load of plastic pots.

Aug 15, 2010

Plastic recycling effort pays off

Thanks to the dedication of several CNLA and LO staff, and the commitment of many LO members, over 120 skids of plastic were collected during National Plastic Recycling Week.

Brian Cocks CLT, centre, announced a pledge of $100,000 towards the OHTF endowment fund. He was joined in the giant cheque presentation by Foundation president John Wright, left, and LO executive director Tony DiGiovanni CHT.

Aug 15, 2010

Pledging estate donation will help future of industry

Brian Cocks CLT is asking LO members who have benefited so much from this industry, to give back to it through a special donation in their will.

Taking great photos is important in order to showcase the creative talent required to produce each winning entry.

Aug 15, 2010

It’s time to think about Awards of Excellence

It’s that time of year to think about all the great projects completed over the past season.

Aug 15, 2010

Nearly 50 candidates take part in certification testing

Under rain clouds, 49 candidates took part in the two-day Landscape Industry Certified testing on July 8 and 9.

Aug 15, 2010

Build a garden at Canada Blooms

Canada Blooms is now accepting applications from landscape architects, designers and design/build firms who wish to participle in the creation of a feature garden.

Aug 15, 2010

Educational events and great speakers at Expo 2010

Landscape Ontario’s Expo 2010 has a lineup of educational events that offer show attendees excellent learning opportunities to expand upon their knowledge and skills.

Nathan Helder, left, receives his award from Conservation Halton chair Brian Penman.

Jul 15, 2010

LO member wins conservation award

Nathan Helder and his company Gelderman Landscaping received a 2010 Conservation Award, in the stewardship category.

Jul 15, 2010

Web profile: Free marketing opportunity

Members of Landscape Ontario have a great opportunity to advertise their services to thousands of people free of charge.

Jul 15, 2010

Kitchener venue for Snow and Ice Symposium

The huge success of Landscape Ontario’s Snow and Ice Symposium has resulted in it needing to find a larger home for the 2010 edition.

Jul 15, 2010

Expo 2010 promises exciting new features

Expo 2010 (formerly Garden and Floral Expo), now in its 11th year, has a new name which reflects a broader appeal to a larger segment of the horticultural and floral industries.

Jun 15, 2010

Horst ‘Dynamite’ Dickert – A Memorial

I first met Horst over 20 years ago, when I began at Landscape Ontario.

Jun 15, 2010

Students compete in Skills Canada competition

Waterloo was the centre of attention for students taking part in Skills Canada competitions.

The children from Lancaster Elementary School in Mississauga stand proudly by their new maple tree donated by Landscape Ontario.

Jun 15, 2010

LO rewards school for sun safety message

Lancaster Elementary School in Mississauga was honored with a tree planting ceremony from Landscape Ontario.

Jun 15, 2010

How to improve the locate process in Ottawa

Ottawa Chapter businesses have had a nightmare this spring trying to get locates before starting any excavation.

Jun 15, 2010

Plastic recycling week at LO home office

Green industry companies are asked to bring their used plastic pots, tags and trays to Landscape Ontario’s home office for recycling, from June 28 to July 5.

Jun 15, 2010

New attractions at July Growers’ Auction

There are many changes coming to the 2010 Growers’ Auction, but the most obvious is moving from the traditional September date to July 15.

Jun 15, 2010

Over 500 plants evaluated at this year’s trial gardens

This year over 500 different plants will be evaluated at the Guelph and Landscape Ontario trial garden sites.

May 15, 2010

LO story on Wikipedia

Landscape Ontario’s history and story can now be found on Wikipedia.

May 15, 2010

Department changes

Gilles Bouchard welcomed to the association's Events and Trade Show Department.

May 15, 2010

In Memoriam — Franciscus Lodewicus Johannes Maria Peters

Frans L.J.M. Peters, founder of Humber Nurseries Limited, Brampton, Ont., passed away on Sat., Apr. 10, 2010 at the Brampton Civic Hospital at the age of 89.

May 15, 2010

In Memoriam — Bill Morsink

Bill Morsink (B.Sc., M.Sc. Forestry), a pioneer of Urban Forestry, passed away on Mar. 23 after a courageous battle with cancer.

May 15, 2010

In Memoriam — Tony DeGroot

Landscape Ontario lost a founding member on Apr. 11, when Tony DeGroot passed away peacefully at the age of 88, while at home in his garden.

May 15, 2010

Landscape Ontario joins Ontario Water Conservation Alliance

Landscape Ontario has joined a diverse coalition of environmental, industry, labour and community organizations under the name of The Ontario Water Conservation Alliance.

Street-legal electric bicycles are the mode of transportation for the Zero Emissions Team.

May 15, 2010

Grounds maintenance company offers no-emissions service

Reducing the impact on the environment has been the goal of Gordon Landscape Company’s owners, Eric and Danielle Gordon, since they started the landscape maintenance business.

Minister of Natural Resources, Linda Jeffery, plants a red maple at the grounds of Queen’s Park, as Peter and Tim van Stralen of Sunshine Grounds, Geoff Cape of Evergreen and Art Vanden Enden add their encouragement.

May 15, 2010

Earth Day celebrated with red maple at Queen’s Park

The event was part of an ongoing co-operative partnership between Landscape Ontario and the Ministry of Natural Resources to create Ontario’s Tree Atlas.

Cuddy Gardens was recently granted botanical gardens status.

May 15, 2010

Cuddy Gardens opens for public tour

Faculty and students of the Fanshawe College Horticulture Technician Program will host an open garden at the A.M. (Mac) Cuddy Gardens in Strathroy.

May 15, 2010

Charge-out rates published

This month’s issue of Horticulture Review contains a reference card of construction and maintenance charge-out rates.

Students at Wolfe Island School made their city of Kingston cool by planting a tree.

May 15, 2010

Western Landscape encourages Kingston students to plant trees

LO member Western Landscape Services of Kingston launched its third annual ‘Plant a Tree, Make our City Cool’ school project on Apr. 20.

Apr 15, 2010

Nathan Helder honoured by chamber of commerce

Helder is chair of LO’s environmental stewardship committee.

Apr 15, 2010

Smart about Salt Council is now official

The Smart about Salt Council announced its official formation in mid-March, with the intention to spearhead efficient use of winter salt on private roads, parking lots and sidewalks.

Apr 15, 2010

Oriole and Bienenstock named Green Toronto Awards finalists

Two LO member companies were among the list of finalists announced by The City of Toronto and Green Living for the 2010 Green Toronto Awards.

Apr 15, 2010

Congratulations to Becky Kellar

Golf medal for member of 2010 Canadian Women’s Hockey Team.

Mar 15, 2010

Congress TV winner

The membership department of Landscape Ontario offered the TV as a prize.

Mar 15, 2010

LO panel attracts good audience at RBG symposium

Sustainable horticulture was the theme at Living Plants, Liveable Communities, recently held at the Royal Botanical Garden.

Mar 15, 2010

Aldershot Greenhouses receives $245,000 in federal funds

Minister of National Revenue and Minister of State presented the company a cheque for $245,000.

A capacity audience made the first lighting symposium a huge success.

Mar 15, 2010

LO’s lighting symposium has a bright future

The Lighting Sector Group’s lighting symposium has a very bright future, judging by the capacity attendance at the inaugural event.

Mar 15, 2010

Growers Group Short Course continues to reward

The annual Growers Group Short Course provides an opportunity for nursery growers to learn about new research and best practices, while giving attendees a chance to mix, mingle and network with colleagues.

Mar 15, 2010

Ottawa industry shines at GreenTrade 2010

Ottawa Chapter staged a successful trade show and education event on Feb. 17.

Feb 15, 2010

LO family grows once again

LO web editor Robert Ellidge and his wife Meredith have quickly settled into their new lifestyle as proud parents of their first child, Emily Elizabeth.

Feb 15, 2010

Ryan Heath on Holmes show

Ryan Heath of Ryan Heath Professional Landscaping, Keswick, took part in two shows on the popular Mike Holmes TV series Holmes Inspection.

Ground Effects Landscapes won the grand prize at the Unilock Awards of Excellence.

Feb 15, 2010

Unilock holds annual awards night

The annual Unilock Awards of Excellence awards night in December celebrated the outstanding work of contractors using the company’s product.

Feb 15, 2010

Safety Group earns over $32,000

WSIB rebate shared among program participants.

City-tolerant trees are in short supply.

Jan 15, 2010

Team to examine alternatives to ash and Norway maple

Landscape Ontario, through its growers' group, has created a working committee to examine alternative trees that will perform well in urban Ontario landscapes.

Jan 15, 2010

Original LO company loses matriarch

Dorothy Smit, the mother of LO member John Smit, passed away at her home on Dec. 1, in her 82nd year.

Jan 15, 2010

Welcome Gabriel Wesley McIntyre

LO staff member Kristen McIntyre, project and event coordinator, gave birth to her seciond child, Gabriel Wesley, on Nov. 26, at 11:58 p.m.

Jan 15, 2010

Lombardis welcome first child

Tony Lombardi has some new duties to add to his already full plate, after he and his wife Stephanie welcomed their first child, Luciano Domenico.

Jan 15, 2010

Ontario garden centres needed for inspection program

Garden Centres Canada (GCC) plans to bring back its inspection program across Canada during the summer of 2010.

Jan 15, 2010

LO Foundation contributes $100,000 for research chair

Foundation president John Wright announced contribution to endowed research chair at Vineland and the University of Guelph.

Jan 15, 2010

Growers Short Course focusing on important issues

If it’s February, it must be time for the annual LO Growers’ Short Course.

Jan 15, 2010

Accident affects Landmark Group

Gavin Nordeman and Darcie Slaa were killed in a car accident near Owen Sound on Dec. 4.

Jan 15, 2010

Past president thanks members for support and advice

Thank you for your support and advice over the past two years. It has been my privilege and honour to serve you.

Dec 15, 2009

Welcome Ethan

David and Tracy Wright welcomed their new son, Ethan Oliver Wright, born at 12:50 a.m. on Nov. 12, weighing 7 lbs., 8 ozs.

Dec 15, 2009

Canada Blooms ticket promotion

Landscape Ontario members can take advantage of a special promotional opportunity by ordering tickets to Canada Blooms, for distribution to their clients, staff, friends and potential clients.

Dec 15, 2009

Mayors’ Green Express part of Congress 2010

Landscape Ontario, in association with the Ontario Parks Association, Communities in Bloom and VIA Rail Canada will host the Mayors' Green Express on Jan. 11, at the Toronto Congress Centre.

Dec 15, 2009

Congress 2010 program has something for everyone

From business opportunities to education to awards, the latest in new products, networking, environmental information, and just plain partying, Congress 2010 promises to be one of the best shows ever.

Dec 15, 2009

Change to IPM symposium in Barrie

A slight change has been announced for the 45th annual IPM Symposium.

Dec 15, 2009

Committee using survey to help build membership

A survey by LO’s newest committee has revealed five goals to increase membership and improve recruitment.

Nov 15, 2009

LO loses founding member

An original member, who helped found Landscape Ontario, has died at 89.

Nov 15, 2009

Martek maintains place in industry despite loss in devastating fire

For Gerald Marshall, May 25, 2009 is a day he will never forget.

Nov 15, 2009

Test day awards more CHT certifications

A total of 81 people took part in the certification test day at LO’s home office on Sept. 24 and 25. At the end of the day, 18 new CHTs and one CIT received their certifications.

Nov 15, 2009

First Ontario nurseries earn DPCP certification

Blue Sky Nursery in Beamsville and Pan American Nursery Products in Millgrove are the first two nurseries in Ontario to be certified under the Domestic Phytosanitary Certification Program (DPCP).

Nov 15, 2009

Landscape Ontario members should be aware of proposed bylaw change

At LO’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in January, 2008, a request was made to investigate Horticulture Membership status.

Oct 15, 2009

IPM symposium schedule announced

The schedule is ready for the 45th annual IPM Symposium in 2010.

Oct 15, 2009

Green for Life is written in stone

Actually it’s written in stone in a number of locations, thanks to the generosity of Randy Adams of Adams Landscape Supply in Kitchener.

Oct 15, 2009

LO members win SIMA awards

Four member companies of Landscape Ontario were recipients of awards by Snow and Ice Management Association (SIMA).

Oct 15, 2009

Ottawa member featured in U.S. magazine

Greenlife Garden Care + Landscaping of Ottawa was featured in a magazine article in the U.S.-based Walker Talk, a bi-annual publication by Walker Mowers.

Oct 15, 2009

Complaints: Are customers always right?

As an association, LO takes great pride in our members and the work that they do.

Oct 15, 2009

In memoriam - Bob Allen

The LO family expresses sympathy to long-time member Bob Allen of RW Allen Horticultural Services in St. Thomas, whose mother Nell Allen passed away on Aug. 28.

Oct 15, 2009

Welcome Keziah Kristina Helder

Nathan and Michelle Helder of Waterdown have welcomed into their lives a healthy 7 lb., 5 oz. baby girl named Keziah Kristina.

Oct 15, 2009

Snow symposium numbers are best-ever

LO’s Snow & Ice Symposium continued its amazing growth with the 2009 version.

Oct 15, 2009

Open air trial helps growers plan for next year

Sobkowich Greenhouses in Grimsby opened its outdoor trial area and gardens for industry viewing and evaluations at the end of July. Over 300 individual Proven Winners’ plants and combinations were on display, including all the new plant introductions for the 2010 season.

Oct 15, 2009

LO members are top tree climbers

Gage Park was home to some of Ontario’s top tree climbers at the 21st Annual Ontario Tree Climbing Championship, hosted this year by the City of Hamilton on Sat., Sept. 12th.

Oct 15, 2009

Certification will undergo changes in 2010

Beginning in January of 2010, big changes are coming to the certification program under a new brand name, Landscape Industry Certified.

Oct 15, 2009

Growers raise over $18,000 at auction

More than 200 members and industry professionals enjoyed great weather and even better plant material at the LO Growers’ Group Auction on Sept. 10.

Sep 15, 2009

Funeral held for Ken Reeves

Ken Reeves, longtime president of Reeves Florist and Nursery in Woodbridge and member of Landscape Ontario, died peacefully at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre on Aug. 24.

Sep 15, 2009

LO proud of great day at trial gardens’ open house

While most people across the GTA remember Aug. 20 as the day tornados struck the area, members of Landscape Ontario remember the day with great pride following the success of the trial gardens’ open house at the Milton home office.

Sep 15, 2009

Safety Groups program prepares for 2010

The Safety Groups Program (SGP) is a five-year voluntary program of the WSIB that rewards firms that integrate effective health and safety and return-to-work measures into daily business.

Sep 15, 2009

Garden Expo introducing Green for Life Award

A newly created award will recognize environmentally responsible retailers and growers in the horticulture and floriculture industries.

Sep 15, 2009

LO Day at the Rogers Centre

October 23 is LO Day with the Argos and Ti-Cats at the Rogers Centre. Come out and cheer on your favourite team at the Landscape Ontario Green for Life Day, featuring the Toronto Argos and Hamilton Ti-Cats.

Sep 15, 2009

LO members using GFL logos

Watch each month in Horticulture Review for more members who believe in promoting this great industry.

Sep 15, 2009

Garden centre symposium offers top speakers

Three of the most dynamic speakers in the retail industry will gather in one place on Oct. 19.

Aug 15, 2009

Community news

Frank Vezeau, owner of Shamrock Landscaping in Angus, passed away suddenly on July 27 in his 48th year.

Aug 15, 2009

Garden & Floral Expo to host new breakfast programs

Landscape Ontario has added two new breakfast programs to this year’s Garden & Floral Expo, for landscape designers and interiorscapers.

Aug 15, 2009

Evaluate your environmental practices in just 10 minutes

Green industry members are invited to evaluate their company’s environmental practices by taking a 10 minute, online survey.

Aug 15, 2009

Over 50 in CHT testing

July 16 and 17 were busy days at LO’s home office in Milton, when 54 candidates took part in CHT certification testing at several stations.

Aug 15, 2009

Growers’ tour attracts record attendance

A record number of attendees took part in the 2009 LO Nursery Growers’ Tour on July 14.

Aug 15, 2009

Retailers and writers enjoy Valleybrook open house

Valleybrook Gardens held an open house and barbecue at its Niagara-on-the-Lake location on July 16 for customers and garden writers.

Aug 15, 2009

Canadale sets national attendance record

LO member Canadale Nurseries now holds a new Canadian record.

Aug 15, 2009

SMS opens newest Ontario store

SMS Rents opened its doors for business in a 7,000-sq. ft. building in Gormley. The two-acre site backs onto Highway 404, north of Stouffville Road.

Aug 15, 2009

Lindsay Mennen named Young Retailer of the Year

Each year, Green Profit magazine in the U.S. holds its Young Retailer Award competition to recognize the top members in the garden centre industry under the age of 35. This year a Canadian, Lindsay Mennen, won the award.

Aug 15, 2009

LO and ministry in partnership offering apprenticeship

Landscape Ontario, in partnership with Ministry Training Colleges and Universities, is now offering the opportunity for members to pre-register their employees to begin the apprenticeship pathway to success in the Landscape Horticulture Trade.

Aug 15, 2009

Public and industry members invited to trial gardens’ open house

Industry and the public are invited to attend the open house of the trial gardens at LO’s home office on Aug. 20. The agenda has a full-day of activities.

Aug 15, 2009

Sheridan announces board appointments

Sheridan Nurseries, Georgetown, has announced appointments to the board of directors.

Aug 15, 2009

LO prepares for snow and ice symposium

The Snow and Ice Sector Group of Landscape Ontario will host its annual symposium and equipment display program on Sept. 15.

Aug 15, 2009

Vineland announces new research director

Vineland Research and Innovation Centre announced the appointment of Dr. Michael Brownbridge to the new role of Research Director, Horticultural Production Systems.

Aug 15, 2009

Somerville hosting growers’ auction

Landscape Ontario’s Growers Group has a full-day of activities planned at the annual fundraising auction on Thurs., Sept. 10. This year’s event will take place at Somerville Nurseries’ Loretto farm, near Hockley Valley.

Aug 15, 2009

Showcase your talent: take photos now for Awards of Excellence

If you submit a project into LO’s Awards of Excellence program, it’s guaranteed that the judges will notice.

Aug 15, 2009

Xeriscape display now in LO gardens

This summer a xeriscape display was planted as an LO staff initiative in the front island entrance bed on the home office property.

Aug 15, 2009

Scott seminar gives tips on growing your business

Jeffrey Scott is a green business consultant who grew up in the pool and landscape industry.

Aug 15, 2009

A letter to Premier McGuinty

LO executive director Tony DiGiovanni has requested that members write Premier McGuinty, asking his government to reconsider an exemption of labour-intensive services in the HST (harmonized tax system) proposals

Aug 15, 2009

Harmonized Sales Tax concerns industry

The Ontario Government announcement that it is moving to a harmonized tax system, beginning July 1, 2010, alarming many of our members.

Jul 15, 2009

Echo partners with Fanshawe College

Echo Power Equipment (Canada) will supply a range of new power tools for students of Fanshawe College at both the London campus and the A.M. (Mac) Cuddy Gardens.

Jul 15, 2009

LO prepares for snow and ice symposium

The Snow and Ice Sector Group of Landscape Ontario will host its annual symposium and equipment display program on Sept. 15.

Jul 15, 2009

Giant dandelion root

Two technicians from Turf King in Sudbury showed great determination in extracting a dandelion root from a client’s lawn.

Jul 15, 2009

Garden & Floral Expo to honour its past

To celebrate a decade of success at Garden & Floral Expo, industry stakeholders, who have been integral to shaping the organization’s vision and success, will be honoured with a special event.

Jul 15, 2009

Mississauga tree committee honoured

On Apr. 8, the Ontario Heritage Trust and Mississauga mayor Hazel McCallion and council presented Mississauga’s Heritage Tree Subcommittee with the Ontario Heritage Trust’s Certificate achievement award.

Jul 15, 2009

LO has role in plantscape coalition

PLANET, the national Professional Landcare Network that serves lawn care professionals, landscape management contractors, design/build/installation professionals and interior plantscapers in the U.S., has announced a “re-energized interest and support of the interior plantscape segment of the green industry.”

Jul 15, 2009

Canada Blooms moves to Direct Energy Centre

Canada’s largest flower and garden festival’s new home is in Canada’s largest convention facility.

Jul 15, 2009

Congress announces new partnerships

Two strategic partnerships will be part of LO’s annual trade show and conference, Congress 2010.

Jul 15, 2009

Chapter to maintain Survivors’ Park

In a great move for the people of Ottawa, LO volunteers have successfully completed an arrangement that gives Landscape Ontario Ottawa Chapter exclusive management of the gardens at the Cancer Survivors’ Park.

Jul 15, 2009

New manager appointed for OPA

Paul Ronan, recently named general manager of the Ontario Parks Association (OPA), brings over 26 years of public and private service in the parks, facility and landscape sectors to his new position.

Jul 15, 2009

Green for Life raises funds to fight cancer

On June 19 and 20, a number of Landscape Ontario staff and family members participated in the Canadian Cancer Society’s annual Relay for Life at the Milton Fairgrounds, raising over $4,000.

Jul 15, 2009

LO members part of historic home makeover

A few members of LO had a chance to show off their skills during the Junior League of Toronto’s Showcase in the month of May, involving a top-to-bottom makeover of the historic McLean House.

Jul 15, 2009

Landscape architects mark 75th year

The Canadian Society of Landscape Architects (CSLA) will celebrate its 75th anniversary at the Sheraton Centre in Toronto from Aug. 13 to 15.

Jul 15, 2009

Calipre Designs holds open house

Tom and Anne Cavan celebrated the new showrooms at their business, Calipre Designs, with an open house on June 11.

Jul 15, 2009

Can you believe it’s already golf season?

Everyone’s favourite season is back.

Jun 15, 2009

Alpine welcomes new family member

Miranda and Howard Colcuc of Alpine Nurseries, Niagara-on-the-Lake, have announced the birth of their daughter, Mariska Linette.

Jun 15, 2009

Fire strikes Martek of Burlington

On May 25, fire destroyed a building that housed Martek Corporation in Burlington.

Jun 15, 2009

LO’s trade shows among top 50

The magazine Tradeshow Week has named its top 50 trade shows in Canada. Among the shows are LO’s Congress and Garden and Floral Expo.

Jun 15, 2009

New conduct guidelines for members

Recently, LO’s bylaw committee revised the Statement of Conduct, Principles and Ethics.

Jun 15, 2009

Natural playgrounds are a big hit with kids

On May 12, children at the YMCA High Park Child Care Centre, Toronto, enjoyed their play time in a new natural playground, created by LO member Adam Bienenstock.

Jun 15, 2009

Acclaimed speakers coming to garden centre symposium

Three of the most dynamic presenters of business, sales and marketing in the nursery trades will headline the lineup for the Garden Centre Symposium on Mon., Oct. 19.

Jun 15, 2009

Willowbrook celebrates 30 years

On May 1, Willowbrook Nurseries, in Fenwick, proudly celebrated its 30th anniversary.

Jun 15, 2009

Ontario Skills competition brings out the best in students

Landscape competition at Ontario Skills.More than 1,600 students from across Ontario competed in over 60 categories at the 20th Ontario Technological Skills Competition at RIM Park in Waterloo on May 4th and 5th.

Jun 15, 2009

Community comes out for compost

A number of organizations, LO members and local residents came together for a successful compost sale at the Landscape Ontario office in Milton on Sat., May 2.

Jun 15, 2009

Members win green awards

Two members of Landscape Ontario were honoured during the Green Toronto Awards, handed out on Apr. 23 at the Direct Energy Centre in Toronto.

Jun 15, 2009

Devall tree planted

A 40-foot maple tree is now planted on the grounds of CTV in Agincourt, as a lasting tribute to the career of announcer Dave Devall.

Jun 15, 2009

Rachel’s Garden in July Canadian Living

Canadian Living’s August issue, which will be on the newsstands in July, will feature Rachel’s Garden.

Jun 15, 2009

Pathways to Perennials among top ten marketing winners

Pathways to Perennials in Kettleby is a top ten winner in the 2008 Perennials Marketing Contest, sponsored by Plant Publicity Holland and the Perennial Plant Association.

Jun 15, 2009

Staff member learns first-hand about life in a garden centre

Staff at Landscape Ontario are all very proud and happy to support our members.

Jun 15, 2009

Project to research sustainable growing systems

One of the biggest challenges is the availability of suitable growing substrates.

May 15, 2009

LO welcomes new staff members

Melissa Steep and Mike Wasilewski

May 15, 2009

Established landscaper moves business into new era

While the present economic situation may scare many business people, it has inspired Doug Mooder to move his operation in a new direction.

May 15, 2009

Chapter celebrates Earth Day by greening school yard

Landscape Ontario’s Waterloo Chapter celebrated Earth Day, Apr. 22, by supporting a school yard greening project at Kitchener’s J. W. Gerth Public School in Doon South.

May 15, 2009

Beth Edney honoured with Skills Canada Award

Beth Edney, a member of LO’s board of directors and chair of the Landscape Design sector group, is the recipient of the Glen Beatty Award.

May 15, 2009

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May 15, 2009

Industry pioneer passes

Landscape Ontario lost an industry pioneer on Mon., Apr. 13, 2009. Harry Bakker, founder of Maple Leaf Nurseries, passed away at the age of 76.

May 15, 2009

LO Trial Garden size, scope and participation grows

The trial gardens at LO will double in size this year, but that’s not the only change that will occur in the project.

May 15, 2009

Father and son buy Stam Nurseries

Gerwin and Gerrit Bouman have announced that they have taken over the business operation of Stam Nurseries.

May 15, 2009

HRTC tax credit and YOU!

Many questions surround the Home Renovation Tax Credit and how it pertains to the landscape industry.

May 15, 2009

New online tool helps evaluate environmental practices

Green industry members can now take part in a short self-assessment survey to see how their environmental practices measure up.

May 15, 2009

Garden centres go proactive

LO’s Garden Centre sector group recently allocated resources to be sure its members use Green for Life to full advantage.

Apr 15, 2009

Memory of Joseph DeLuca honoured with hall of fame induction

A pioneer of the landscaping industry was honoured posthumously by the Hamilton-Halton Construction Association, naming Joseph DeLuca as the recipient of the 2009 Construction Hall of Fame Award.

Apr 15, 2009

Niagara pack trial cancelled

The 2009 Niagara Pack Trial and Marketing Innovation Symposium has been canceled.

Apr 15, 2009

Work continues to improve garden tourism

A number of studies have shown that public gardens are important tourism products, whether that tourist or visitor comes from around the corner, or from across the world.

Apr 15, 2009

Masonry seminar sets great example

In the raw early days of March, Landscape Ontario’s winter education series travelled to Trenton, located in the hinterlands of the Upper Canada Chapter country.

Mar 15, 2009

Oakridge part of environmental award-winning team

An LO member, Oakridge Landscape Contractors of Hannon, near Hamilton, was an important part of the team that won the Ontario Public Works Association’s Environment Award.

Mar 15, 2009

Program helps growers conserve energy

Ag Energy Services, a division of Ag Energy Co-operative, has announced a new full-service conservation and efficiency program aimed to help growers, farmers and producers improve sustainability through energy improvement and management.

Mar 15, 2009

One-day format success for OPA

The Ontario Parks Association (OPA) celebrated its 53rd annual Explorations trade show and conference on Feb. 4, at the Hamilton Convention Centre.

Mar 15, 2009

Failing health claims industry pioneer

Ruth Berchtold, 79, passed away on Feb. 24 at Brampton Civic Hospital in the company of her loving family, after a courageous year-long battle with failing health.

Mar 15, 2009

Stellar line-up of speakers at Growers Short Course

Over 180 nursery growers turned up at the Royal Botanical Gardens on Feb 11, for LO’s annual Growers Short Course.

Mar 15, 2009

Passionate horticulturist passes

Career horticulturist and long-time Landscape Ontario member Melanie Karleen Hicks passed away on Feb. 15, at the age of 40.

Mar 15, 2009

Co-owner of Willowbrook Nurseries passes away

Jocelyn Catherine (Voortman) Langendoen, who with her husband John started Willowbrook Nurseries in 1979, passed away after a battle with cancer on Jan. 22, in her 53rd year at the Welland General Hospital.

Mar 15, 2009

Gelderman and Ziraldo honoured

LO gave out two of its most prestigious awards at Congress 2009.

Mar 15, 2009

LO receives good press

Recently, I spent three days at Landscape Ontario’s Congress, the best horticulture trade show in Canada.

Mar 15, 2009

Congress 2009 best booth awards

On the show’s first day, booth award winners were announced in seven different categories.

Mar 15, 2009

Landscapers await clarification on renovation tax credit rules

Many questions remain for members of the landscape industry as to the specifics of the Home Renovation Tax Credit (HRTC) announced in the federal government’s economic budget of Jan. 31.

Mar 15, 2009

LO members volunteer to create the best-ever Canada Blooms

Volunteers have been busy for weeks preparing for Canada’s most prestigious flower and garden festival, Canada Blooms.

Mar 15, 2009

LO joins interiorscape coalition

At the meeting, the organizational structure of the coalition was discussed and defined. LO is the only Canadian member.

Feb 15, 2009

Landscape Ontario helps to create first-ever garden tourism conference

Gardens are a tourism product.

Feb 15, 2009

Turfgrass symposium at Guelph

Speakers from both the turf industry and academia will provide valuable insight at the Ontario Turfgrass Symposium (OTS) 2009.

Feb 15, 2009

SIMA searches for Snow Warriors

The Snow and Ice Management Association (SIMA) has announced that applications are now available for the 2009 Snow Warrior Awards.

Feb 15, 2009

IPM Symposium offers help with new rules

Despite the proposed Ontario ban on pesticides, there is still a strong need for professional services.

Feb 15, 2009

Trial Gardens expand to over 6,000 square feet

The summer of 2008 saw the expansion of the trialing relationship between the University of Guelph and Landscape Ontario.

Feb 15, 2009

Safety Group earns over $61,000

LO’s Safety Groups Program is designed to promote health and safety compliance in the workplace.

Feb 15, 2009

Professionals’ Walk: A chance to promote your services

Canada Blooms is offering an exceptional opportunity for LO members to promote your business.

Feb 15, 2009

St. Catharines student is hort industry pioneer

Christopher Bemke is a young pioneer in the horticulture industry.

Jan 15, 2009

School names superintendent

Niagara Parks School of Horticulture has named James Smith to the position of acting superintendent.

Jan 15, 2009

Canada Blooms clarifies hotel bookings

Canada Blooms is cautioning registered exhibitors that Convention Expo Travel, a travel agency operating out of Nevada, is reserving hotel space and falsely claiming to be a partner with Canada Blooms 2009.

Jan 15, 2009

LO member passes away

Landscape Ontario member Scott Watts passed away suddenly on November 20, 2008.

Jan 15, 2009

John Deere is charter sponsor

Landscape Ontario welcomes John Deere as a charter sponsor of the Prosperity Partners program.

Jan 15, 2009

Partners in prosperity

The Prosperity Partners introductory seminar, held in Ottawa on Dec. 3, was described as “containing incredible synergy.”

Jan 15, 2009

New sales manager named

Ernie Daigle, vice president for ASB Greenworld in Canada, has announced the hiring of David Turnbull CHT, to the position of sales manager.

Jan 15, 2009

Growers’ Short Course offers full schedule of speakers

If it’s February, it must be time for the annual LO Growers Short Course.

Jan 15, 2009

Interiorscape groups form coalition

A coalition of interiorscape groups in the U.S. and Canada has been formed. This coalition is expected to improve the economic outlook for the interiorscape business.

Jan 15, 2009

LO Board offers suggestions to thrive in this economy

Landscape Ontario’s board of directors recently took 15 minutes to brainstorm ideas on what individual companies can do to thrive in any economy.

Dec 15, 2008

Suzuki helps LO celebrate Environmental Awareness Day

Landscape Ontario’s Toronto Chapter celebrated Environmental Awareness Day on Nov. 20 by sponsoring renowned Canadian environmentalist, Dr. David Suzuki at two events.

Dec 15, 2008

Landscape Ontario Green for Life: December update

The LO Branding Committee has now officially launched our new consumer outreach program.

Dec 15, 2008

Monica van Maris thanks IPM volunteers

After 35 years as chair of the IPM Symposium, Monica van Maris is stepping down to take a well-earned break.

Dec 15, 2008

No quick solution to recycling plastic pots

Landscape Ontario and CNLA continue to investigate opportunities to help members recycle their used horticultural plastic.

Dec 15, 2008

Landscaper escapes QEW accident

An employee of LO member Hank Deenen Landscaping in Toronto was very lucky to walk away from a horrific traffic accident at Highways 427 and QEW.

Nov 15, 2008

Journey nearly complete to achieve Red Seal

The long road to achieve Red Seal status for the landscape industry was greatly shortened in late October with the approval by the Canadian Council of Directors of Apprenticeship (CCDA).

Nov 15, 2008

Expanded gardens

The trial gardens sponsored by Grounds Management Commodity Group at the Landscape Ontario’s offices in Milton will double in size for 2009.

Nov 15, 2008

Members proudly displaying the LO logo

This month the following members were observed proudly displaying the LO logo through advertisements, posted on their vehicles or on their website.

Nov 15, 2008

High school students test skills at LO

The LO site in Milton played host to two Certified Horticultural Technician (CHT) evaluations in October.

Nov 15, 2008

Helping their community

Nutri-Lawn Kitchener prides itself on thinking outside the box.

Nov 15, 2008

Windsor scholarship donation

The Windsor Chapter presented a cheque, reflecting half the proceeds from Winter Blooms 2008, to St. Clair College and the Lex Kraft Scholarship.

Nov 15, 2008

Great deal on Canada Blooms tickets for LO members

Tickets for Canada Blooms 2009 are being offered at a greatly reduced rate to Landscape Ontario members.

Nov 15, 2008

Turfgrass symposium to examine challenges

The theme of the 18th annual Ontario Turfgrass Symposium is ‘The Challenge of Green.’

Nov 15, 2008

Garden Expo showcases the industry’s best

Garden and Florist Expo 2008 kicked it up a notch (or two) as it continues to showcase the best of the garden and floral industries.

Nov 15, 2008

2008 Growers Awards of Excellence winners

Congratulations to all of the winners

Nov 15, 2008

Growers Auction raises over $24,000

Skids of plant material and products raised over $24,000 at the annual LO Growers Auction on September 25, at Mori Nurseries in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Nov 15, 2008

Warning offered on freight scam

An LO member is warning other companies who may receive a request to ship products overseas.

Nov 15, 2008

LO supports Niagara high school training partnership

The name Landscape Ontario was front and centre when the Niagara Parks Commission (NPC) and Niagara Catholic District School Board officially announced the Niagara GROWS Educational Partnership on September 26.

Nov 15, 2008

LO member over the edge

AJL Janssen Landscaping of Bracebridge takes pride in being a bit over the edge.

Nov 15, 2008

What does a smart car have to do with LO?

Public promotion initiative

Oct 15, 2008

Aldershot builds new garden for RBG

The new Helen M. Kippax Wild Plant Garden at the Royal Botanical Gardens was opened with great pride on Sept. 17. The garden was built by LO member Aldershot Landscape Contractors.

Oct 15, 2008

Turfgrass Symposium dates

The Ontario Turfgrass Symposium dates are set. Join us at the University of Guelph, Rozanski Hall, on Wed., Feb. 18 and Thurs., Feb. 19.

Oct 15, 2008

Foundation to fund scholarships through plant royalties

The Ontario Horticultural Trades Foundation (OHTF) is looking to partner with interested growers to promote new plants and fund horticultural scholarships for youth.

Oct 15, 2008

Communities honoured at provincial and national CiB awards

A total of 38 Ontario communities were honoured at the 2008 Communities in Bloom Ontario awards conference in Gravenhurst.

Oct 15, 2008

Job board a first for Garden Expo

Recognizing the labour needs of garden centres, growers and interiorscapers, Landscape Ontario will provide an employment board at Garden Expo for the first time.

Oct 15, 2008

Members proudly displaying the LO logo

This month the following members were observed proudly displaying the LO logo through advertisements, posted on their vehicles or on their website.

Oct 15, 2008

A new public face for our industry

LO launches public promotion initiative

Oct 15, 2008

LO member heads CNE

An alumni member of LO heads this year’s edition of the Canadian National Exhibition.

Oct 15, 2008

First salt certification for Helmutz

LO member Helmutz Landscape and Interlock of Kitchener has received the first Smart About Salt professional designation awarded by Waterloo Water Services.

Oct 15, 2008

New Granddad

LO sales manager Steve Moyer is experiencing the joy of being a grandfather with the birth of Tessa.

Oct 15, 2008

LO members big winners in making a wish come true

Every LO member who helped to fulfill a little girl’s wish came away from the experience deeply touched.

Oct 15, 2008

Snow and Ice Symposium continues to grow

LO’s annual Snow and Ice Symposium continues to lead the popularity charts.

Oct 15, 2008

Change is a good thing …

I have always thought that change is a good thing, which is why I am inspired to share some changes at LO with you.

Sep 15, 2008

Congress says no travel agency

Congress 2009 exhibitors have been notified by Landscape Ontario’s trade show department that a travel agency named Convention Expo Travel, operating out of Nevada, is contacting exhibitors and offering to reserve hotel space.

Sep 15, 2008

Humber Nurseries has many reasons to celebrate

Music, food, a silent auction, laughter, visiting among friends and family and much joy were all part of Sibylla Peters’ 90th birthday celebration on August 2nd.

Sep 15, 2008

Plastics recycling initiative goes national

Plastics recycling was the agenda for a special meeting held at the LO office on August 6.

Sep 15, 2008

Professional development offered at LO this fall

Take advantage of some great industry education opportunities being offered this November.

Sep 15, 2008

Designers tour Niagara landscape gems

Stops at two stunning Niagara residential properties highlighted an Aug. 20 tour by the LO Designers Group.

Sep 15, 2008

Over 30 candidates begin journey towards CHT

In July, 32 candidates started the journey towards CHT certification when they took part in an evaluation day at LO’s Milton office.

Sep 15, 2008

LO member raises over $12,000 for cancer unit

Over the past five years, Pathways to Perennials of Kettleby, a member of LO, and Age of Bronze of Newmarket have together raised over $12,000 for the Southlake Cancer Unit in Newmarket.

Sep 15, 2008

Members proudly displaying the LO logo

This month the following members were observed proudly displaying the LO logo through advertisements, attached to their vehicles or displayed on the company website.

Sep 15, 2008

Two chances to hear David Suzuki

The Toronto Chapter is bringing David Suzuki to the John Basset Theatre in the Metro Toronto Convention Centre on November 20.

Sep 15, 2008

Expanded LO trial gardens attract attention

Over 60 industry members and media attended an open house at Landscape Ontario’s Milton office on Aug. 20 to see and hear the results of the ornamental trial gardens.

Aug 15, 2008

Somerville Nurseries shows delegates how to cultivate Christmas trees

Somerville Nurseries of Everett, just north of Alliston, was recognized for its industry leadership, and asked to host the Canadian Christmas Tree Growers Association Field Day on July 18.

Aug 15, 2008

Annual trials help growers get a jump

Annual growers made time in their busy schedules to visit the Niagara Pack Trials earlier this summer.

Aug 15, 2008

Pilot pot recycling project drives new initiative

Pots are the most visible waste products left after installing plants.

Aug 15, 2008

Dutch expert to headline Congress Conference

LO has announced that Jan Habets of Plant Publicity Holland will headline the Conference speaker lineup for Congress 2009.

Aug 15, 2008

Plans underway to create Great Northern Garden Symposium

The citizens of Northern Ontario will be the first to see the benefits of what is being described as one of the most exciting times of co-operation among some of the province’s major players in the gardening industry.

Aug 15, 2008

Awards deadlines quickly approaching

LO’s Awards of Excellence recognize members’ high level of skills, creativity and professionalism. But to win an Award, you must enter, and deadlines are fast approaching.

Jul 15, 2008

Professional development offered this fall

Take advantage of some great industry education opportunities being offered this November.

Jul 15, 2008

Two member companies in Top 100

Two Landscape Ontario member companies have again made the list of North America’s 100 largest landscape companies.

Jul 15, 2008

Fanshawe students win silver at national skills event

Three students in the Fanshawe Horticulture Technician program earned a silver medal in the Canadian Skills Competition (CSC) held May 25-28 in Calgary.

Jul 15, 2008

Rendezvous 2011 announcement features Thai ambassador

The combination of the ambassador of Thailand to Canada, Toronto Botanical Garden and an exciting major announcement made for an impressive event on June 11th.

Jul 15, 2008

LO set to host annual Snow and Ice Symposium

The Snow and Ice Commodity Group of LO will host contractors and suppliers on Sept. 16, 2008 in Milton for its annual Snow and Ice Symposium.

Jul 15, 2008

Welcome new LO staff members

Horticulture Review is proud to introduce three new LO staff members, bringing fresh talent, energy and ideas to your association.

Jul 15, 2008

Retiring Terry Murphy receives praise

Colleagues, members, educators, safety professionals and family joined together to wish Terry Murphy all the best in his retirement.

Jul 15, 2008

Haveruk scales Nepal mountain

Lorne Haveruk is a member of Landscape Ontario, instructor for winter seminars, Landscape Trades columnist and owner of DH Water Management Services in Toronto. He is also a mountain climber.

Jul 15, 2008

Landscapes by Lucin recognized for work with apprenticeship program

A member of Landscape Ontario was honoured by the provincial government on May 27, 2008, as one of 16 regional finalists for leadership in apprenticeship training in Ontario.

Jun 15, 2008

Sheridan Nurseries plays important role in changing the life of Jamaican family

The words astonishing and amazing have been used to describe the process that saw Sheridan Nurseries and a 13 year old boy from Jamaica impact each other.

Jun 15, 2008

Tornado hits Canadale

Canadale Nurseries in St. Thomas had a close call on Sunday, May 18th, when a tornado touched down at around 11:30 a.m. Fortunately, damage to the facility was only minor.

Jun 15, 2008

Terry Murphy receives education honour

The Ontario Co-operative Education Association (OCEA) recently presented LO’s Terry Murphy with its Friends of OCEA Award.

Jun 15, 2008

LO Provincial Board highlights

The following is a report on the Provincial Board meeting held March 13, 2008 at Canada Blooms in Toronto.

Jun 15, 2008

Acclaimed speakers at Garden Centre Symposium

Two dynamic speakers on business, sales and marketing for the nursery trades, Anne Obarski and Roy Prevost, will headline LO’s Garden Centre Symposium.

Jun 15, 2008

LO’s position on pesticide ban

Following the announcement of the Cosmetic Pesticide Ban Act, Landscape Ontario immediately released its position on the new provincial pesticide legislation.

Jun 15, 2008

Plastic recycling project coming to LO

Landscape Ontario will host a pilot project to kick off an exciting recycling project to divert thousands of pounds of plastic pots, trays, tags and film from the landfills toward new products.

Jun 15, 2008

Trade shows move up

The continued growth of Landscape Ontario’s trade shows was confirmed with the release of the list showing Canada’s top 50 trade shows.

Jun 15, 2008

LO auctioneer helps raise over $21,000

LO’s manager of membership services, Denis Flanagan, was at his entertaining best when he served as auctioneer for the Mississauga Garden Council’s 7th annual Earth: A Celebration event.

Jun 15, 2008

Sheridan celebrates grand re-opening

Sheridan Nurseries celebrated the completion of a renovation project at its Unionville store with a gala grand re-opening on April 17th.

Jun 15, 2008

LO holds massive garage sale

On May 3rd, Landscape Ontario held its first public garage sale to benefit Conservation Halton.

Jun 15, 2008

Trial gardens expanded

The May 6th meeting of the Landscape Ontario Grounds Mangement Commodity Group was a hands on experience, with comittee members and volunteers working to expand and reshape the trial gardens on the south lawn of LO’s Milton office.

Jun 15, 2008

New digital era for Horticulture Review

Horticulture Review is now available in an electronic edition, offering some important advantages to readers and the industry.

May 15, 2008

LO members: SIMA symposium coming to Buffalo

As a longtime member of Landscape Ontario, it is an honour for me to represent our region and country in the Snow and Ice Management Association (SIMA).

May 15, 2008

LO Provincial Board highlights

The following is a report on the Provincial Board meeting held Feb. 20, 2008 at the LO home office in Milton.

May 15, 2008

Greenhouse growers vote to fund consumer promotion

A majority of Ontario’s greenhouse floriculture growers voted to support Flowers Canada (Ontario) as their representative association.

May 15, 2008

Redesigned websites help trade show visitors

The trade show department at Landscape Ontario is proud to announce it has revamped LO’s show websites.

May 15, 2008

Spring arrives early at Canadale Nurseries

When the owners of Canadale Nurseries found out their local home show wasn’t running this year, they decided to stage it themselves – at their store in St. Thomas!

May 15, 2008

Scholarship recipients say thanks for support

Each year, the Ontario Horticultural Trades Foundation (OHTF) announces a number of scholarships, bursaries and awards for high school and post secondary students.

May 15, 2008

SIMA launches Canadian CSP program

The Snow and Ice Management Association (SIMA) is pleased to announce the launch of a Canadian version of the Certified Snow Professional (CSP) program.

May 15, 2008

Over 20,000 in attendance at RBG’s annual garden show

Although the temperatures outside were summer-like, that didn’t stop over 20,000 people from moving indoors to enjoy the Ontario Garden Show at the Royal Botanical Gardens.

May 15, 2008

Project promotes balcony garden

Toronto Balconies Bloom aims to increase gardening on balconies as a way to cool the environment, expand local food production and improve visual facades.

May 15, 2008

Many attend annual open house at Kooy Brothers

Vehicles filled the parking spaces along the side of the street for nearly two kilometres, while a police officer directed traffic created by the many visitors to Kooy Brothers Lawn Equipment’s 2008 open house.

May 8, 2008

LO members learn from safety inspection rodeo

Twenty Landscape Ontario members, with 30 trucks and trailers, participated in our first annual safety inspection and information day in Milton.

Apr 15, 2008

Sustainable plans for environmental stewardship committee

Green is the new black. But, if horticulture is the original green industry, we’re not doing a very good job of telling people about it. LO created its environmental stewardship committee to help spread the good word, but recognize that first we need to get our house in order before we promote our green message to the public.

Apr 15, 2008

Floral stamps dress up plain envelopes

Canada Post has issued a set of two 52 cent stamps featuring peonies.

Apr 15, 2008

Pick Ontario launched with free flower giveaway

To raise awareness of both the variety and quality of flowers produced by Ontario growers, Flowers Canada (Ont.) inc. launched their new Pick Ontario campaign with a free floral giveaway at Union Station in Toronto.

Apr 15, 2008

Canadale wins perennial marketing contest

Congratulations to Canadale Nurseries of St. Thomas, winner of the North American-wide 2007 Perennials Marketing Contest, sponsored by Plant Publicity Holland and the Perennial Plant Association.

Apr 15, 2008

Funding announced for women in horticulture

A special pre-apprenticeship program for horticultural technicians will provide an opportunity for women, thanks to provincial funding from the Ontario Women’s Directorate.

Apr 15, 2008

Niagara Parks Commission receives Ontario Parks Award

The Niagara Parks Commission (NPC) is pleased to have received the Ontario Parks Association’s (OPA) Protecting Tomorrow Today award.

Apr 15, 2008

Many contribute to success of LO’s management training efforts

This winter, LO organized over 50 business management seminars to help members prepare for the Certified Landscape Professional evaluations.

Apr 15, 2008

Human resource development manager position open at LO

With the approaching retirement of Terry Murphy, Landscape Ontario is looking to fill the position of professional and human resource development manager (PHRDM).

Apr 15, 2008

LO Provincial Board highlights

The following is a report on the Provincial Board meeting held Oct. 24, 2007 at the LO home office in Milton.

Apr 15, 2008

LO office greens up its act

An important part of going green is telling your story to others, so they may recognize what you are trying to accomplish. Perhaps they may learn from you, and, most importantly, hold you accountable.

Apr 15, 2008

Changes to Certified Horticultural Technician program

The CHT installation and maintenance programs will see major changes take place before our next 2008 evaluation days, scheduled for July 17-18 in Milton, Aug. 14-15 in Kemptville (Ottawa), and Sept. 25-26 in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Apr 15, 2008

McCloskey International open house

McCloskey International of Peterborough held a recent open house at its Peterborough manufacturing plant.

Apr 15, 2008

Free publicity in the Toronto Star

Elaine Carey, author of the weekly Landscape 101 column in the Toronto Star, reminds LO members to take photos of their projects this year, so they can be featured in the paper.

Apr 15, 2008

Prosperity wears many hats

At LO’s Annual General meeting in January, past president Bob Tubby reflected on the theme he chose for his presidency and how it can span out to benefit the entire green industry.

Mar 15, 2008

Short Course ever-popular grower event

Nearly 200 participants, representing a Who’s Who of Ontario’s nursery industry, gathered recently for the popular Growers’ Short Course.

Feb 15, 2008

Working on the links - High school hort students get unique hands-on opportunity

Thomas A. Stewart Secondary School and the Peterborough Golf and Country Club created a unique experience for high school students in my horticulture class last spring.

Feb 15, 2008

Eight performance areas are keys to growing LO chapters

How can the nine chapters in Landscape Ontario best develop and implement strategic and operational plans? That was the question that faced a roomful of about 60 LO members during the chapter planning session on Dec. 10th.

Feb 15, 2008

Green industry leadership training comes to Toronto

Mark your calendars for a unique, world-class training opportunity!

Jan 15, 2008

Ten reasons to join LO’s safety programs

Do you want to obey the law? Do you want to make some extra money this winter? Do you want to minimize your liability for Bill C-45 (which if found guilty could put you in jail)? And, do you want to increase your firm’s productivity in 2008? Then read on…

Jan 15, 2008

Green is good: New committee promotes environmental stewardship

As green industry members, by definition, we are all environmentalists. Our day-to-day activities have positive influences upon the environment. However, with typical horticultural modesty, we aren’t very good about telling our story.

Jan 15, 2008

Free breakfast seminars focus on preventing damage underground

During the months of January and February, the Ontario Regional Common Ground Alliance (ORCGA) and partners are hosting free breakfast seminars throughout Ontario.

Jan 15, 2008

CHT now playing on YouTube

Internet technology is being used to assist candidates in the Certified Horticultural Technician (CHT) program improve their chances of success.

Jan 15, 2008

Somerville supports Trees for Troops

Over 3,000 Canadian military families have received free Christmas trees this season, through a national effort to support those with loved ones serving overseas.

Jan 15, 2008

Domestic Phytosanitary Certification Program 2008 Winter Workshops for Canadian nurseries

The Domestic Phytosanitary Certification Program (DPCP) is a voluntary clean-stock nursery program developed by the Canadian nursery industry.

Jan 15, 2008

Members in the news

Clintar Groundskeeping Services was honoured as one of two finalists in the Better Business Bureau of Western Ontario’s prestigious business integrity awards competition.

Jan 15, 2008

Industry night a new venture for Blooms

The beginning of a new year once again puts Canada Blooms on the front burner.

Jan 15, 2008

LO board elects new governance

A new year sees a new executive responsible for the direction of Landscape Ontario.

Jan 15, 2008

LO offers CLP-based training seminars to chapters

Management training for the green industry

Green Trade Expo succeeds amidst record snowfall

Key takeaways from Landscape Ontario’s AGM

Ottawa Chapter provides holiday food hampers to families in need

Mental health matters in the green trades

Ottawa Chapter Day of Tribute celebrates 20 years of honouring heroes

Members donate toys for kids

Landscape Ontario showcases green careers at events across the province

Toward belonging: Building a diverse and healthy profession

Upper Canada Chapter awards 2024 Dan Clost Scholarship

Two new ways for Landscape Ontario members to save

Online resource hub for spotted lanternfly

Healing garden earns community recognition

Marner Assist Foundation helps build accessible park

In Memoriam — Ernest Van Helsdingen

The new Landscape.jobs: Fostering a vibrant professional ecosystem

Snow and ice pros gather at Snowposium 2024

Touch-A-Truck events help to support local communities

Greenworks donates over $100,000 in battery-powered landscape equipment

In Memoriam — Jessica Aytoun

In memoriam — Scott Revington

Landscape Ontario members help lead green cities initiatives

Summer call campaign to update member information

Communities in Bloom now part of Landscape Ontario

Toronto Chapter volunteers help to attract pollinators

Remembering Steve Neumann

Snowposium 2024: bigger and better than ever

Landscape and horticulture scholarships now easier than ever to access

New member benefit: Makita power tools

New online portal hosts on-demand garden centre training

Association stakeholders develop key objectives for the future

Students get hands on at Skills Ontario 2024

In Memoriam — Marc Thiebaud

Supplier membership discussed at 2024 AGM

Congress event provides networking opportunities for job seekers

Landscape and horticulture scholarships

In Memoriam — Don Chase

LO members can save on Lenovo products

Fall dinner unites growers on issues

Meet your new executive board

Ed Hansen becomes Landscape Ontario's new president

Upper Canada Chapter helps habitats thrive

Lighting Sector Group hosts holiday lighting technical session

Snowposium returns — with updates on the liability crisis

Business owners to discuss mental health at peer workshop

Forum discusses alternate solutions to road salt

Irrigation group updates at post-summer social

Ontario maintenance projects earn national awards

In Memoriam — Robert (Bob) Tubby

Stay ahead of winter with the KSMI Weather app

Garden Centre group seeks feedback on training program

Landscape Ontario celebrates 50th anniversary

New plants showcased at Landscape Ontario head office

Members observe uptick in gas and electric equipment theft

Industry feedback provides opportunities for growth and innovation

London Chapter completes project at Indwell residence

Snow removal sector meets to discuss insurance crisis

In Memoriam — Pasquale (Lino) Ammaturo

Landscape trades well represented at 2023 Skills Ontario Competition

Mammoth equipment donated to Landscape Ontario

Garden Centre Group provides free training to new staff

Special meeting focuses on leveraging apprenticeship program

In Memoriam — Raffy Hanimyan

A legacy that lasts

In Memoriam — Frank Pacitto

Snow Day returns with record-breaking temperatures

In Memoriam — Joe Virgona

Brookdale Treeland Nurseries wins AIPH International Grower of the Year 2023

Seminars allow you to learn, thrive and grow in 2023

2022 Landscape Ontario Annual Report now online

Be part of 50 years of excellence

Members invited to 2023 AGM

Upper Canada Chapter supports community schools

Designers event returns January 9

Virtual IPM Symposium set for January 5

New benefit: Know More Hazard

LO and GTI team up on video series

You're invited to Congress 2023!

Register for Congress 2023

New member benefit: KSMI Weather app