November 2025

Previous Issues
President's Message

United in purpose and passion

By Ed Hansen
Dream big in 2026 and whatever your vision, let’s work together to make it happen.
Association News

Why you should join the Trees for Life challenge

By Jeff Olsen
Each LO Chapter has opportunities to join or lead a local planting initiative with up to $10,000 in funding available from Trees for Life.

Ontario announces funding to support training of skilled landscape and horticulture professionals

Government investing $3 million in Landscape Ontario's GROW and Apprenticeship Programs to address the skilled labour gap.

In memoriam — Lex Kraft

Lex Kraft passed away on Aug. 21. He was 91.

Elevate your skills and knowledge this winter

Annual educational opportunities for landscape professionals to upgrade their skills and build their network before spring.

In Memoriam — Leno Valentino Mori

Leno Valentino Mori quietly took his leave after an arduous illness on Oct. 10, 2025.
Volunteer Profile

Waterloo Chapter volunteer is all about sharing

By Julia Harmsworth
Rob Tester has served on the Waterloo Chapter Board for over 20 years in the roles of treasurer, president and now past president.
Grow Success Story

Royon Bagnaut finds a second career in landscape horticulture

Just trying to keep busy when the pandemic hit became a turning point for Bagnaut's career.
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