December 2008

Previous Issues
LO's Call To Action

LO members issue reasons they can’t support draft pesticide proposals

Landscape Ontario has issued a statement that its lawn care members cannot support the draft regulations for the Cosmetic Pesticides Ban Act, 2008, released on November 7, 2008 by the Ontario government.
President's Message

Zoomers, Xers, Yers and Boomers

By Robert Adams
Today we divide generations by labels, such as Zoomers, Generation Xers, Boomers, Echo Boomers and Millennials, or more commonly known as Generation Y – “Gen Yers.”
Execuitve Desk

Fight fear with positive action

By Tony DiGiovanni CHT
If you are like me, you too are getting tired of the constant barrage of negative doomsday messaging in the media.
Public Relations

Keeping in style

By Denis Flanagan CLD
As part of our continuing branding initiative, the goal is to form as many partnerships as possible to promote the LO name and our members.
Professional And Workforce Development

Make safety a priority in 2009!

By Sally Harvey CLT, CLP
The Safety Groups Program (SGP) is an innovative initiative the WSIB has implemented to help eliminate workplace injuries and illnesses in Ontario.
Chapter News

Two well-known speakers to visit Ottawa

By Lynn Lane
Members of the Ottawa Chapter will have two great opportunities to hear dynamic leaders in their field.

Ottawa Chapter looking for visionary volunteers

By Lynn Lane
Since its inception in the 1970s, the Ottawa chapter has had a long history of success on many fronts.
Annual Report

2008 Annual Report

The Annual Report includes reports by various LO Chapters, Sector Groups, and committees, as well as a full list of volunteers and financial statements.
Canada Blooms

Show highlights best in horticulture, design and products

By Colomba Fuller
Since 1997, Canada Blooms has showcased the best in horticulture, design and products related to gardening.
LO Member Profile

Customer relations key to success for The Plant Lady

By Allan Dennis
The owner of The Plant Lady is actually no lady at all, but is a highly motivated and successful LO member, Stephen Schell.
Industry News

Plum pox declining in Ontario

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has completed its 2008 plum pox virus (PPV) survey activities.
Association News

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.

No quick solution to recycling plastic pots

Landscape Ontario and CNLA continue to investigate opportunities to help members recycle their used horticultural plastic.

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.

Landscape Ontario Green for Life: December update

The LO Branding Committee has now officially launched our new consumer outreach program.

Suzuki helps LO celebrate Environmental Awareness Day

By Robert Ellidge
Landscape Ontario’s Toronto Chapter celebrated Environmental Awareness Day on Nov. 20 by sponsoring renowned Canadian environmentalist, Dr. David Suzuki at two events.
OMAFRA Nursery-Landcape Report

Ontario’s 2008 forest health review

By Jen Llewellyn
The annual forest health review took place in Orillia this year. Members of the forestry, arboriculture and nursery industry came out to hear about this year’s surveillance activities and research.
Hort Protect

Insurance rates are on the rise

By Darren Rodrigues
Snow removal contractors will soon face higher insurance rates for next year. The culprit is liability claims, especially slips and falls. A sound risk management strategy can keep costs down.
Legal Issues

Preserving the claim for lien

By Robert Kennaley
As discussed in previous articles, contractors and subcontractors have a lien for the value of the services or materials they supply to an “improvement,” as those terms are defined under the Construction Lien Act.
Prosperity Partners

New Years resolutions – dare to be different!

By Jacki Hart CLP
December is a busy month.
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