CLD

Mar 31, 2026
Event

Ontario Student CLD Bursary Program

The Landscape Ontario Designers Sector Group has dedicated $3,000 annually to support the cost of the Certified Landscape Designer (CLD) examination for graduating students or recent post-secondary graduates from a landscape design or related program within Ontario. Deadline: March 31, 2026
Sep 19, 2025

Become a Certified Landscape Designer video

Learn from seasoned pros why you should earn your CLD and stand out in a crowded field.
Linda van Vulpen
May 2, 2018

A designer's story

Linda van Vulpen reflects on her career in landscape design
Jun 15, 2017

Grandfathering provision for designer certification

Candidates with required experience can now apply for industry designation.
Dec 15, 2016

Trends and challenges in 2017

Healthy living, soundscaping and gardening products delivered right to your door.
Dec 24, 2013

Design credential boosts confidence and builds business
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.
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