LO enews January 16, 2019

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January 16, 2019

		Thank you for supporting Congress 2019 Last week’s Congress trade show and conference was an amazing experience. Thanks to your support (and some great weather), Congress attendance reached an all-time high. Over 15,000 visitors attended the show. On behalf of Landscape Ontario’s Show Committee, I would like to thank all exhibitors, sponsors, attendees, presenters, members, students and volunteers for taking the time to support the profession’s signature event. Our success is due to your support. Over the next few weeks, LO has many sector-specific learning and networking events to further prepare you for the busy year ahead. Details appear below and on our website at HortTrades.com/event.
			Tony DiGiovanni Landscape Ontario Executive Director

New HR Toolkit provides updated guidance
LO’s new HR Toolkit is up-to-date, customizable, and includes what Ontario landscape pros need to know about HR policies and procedures. It also features a customizable employee handbook for the landscape sector, providing the information employees need to thrive! It’s free: Download today at HortTrades.com/hrtoolkit.

Safety tips for working around powerlines
Trimming trees around powerlines can be extremely dangerous. Over the past 10 years, there have been 36 reports of contact being made with powerlines. Learn some handy tips to keep you safe this season by reading this article from the January issue of Landscape Ontario magazine.

Purchase discounted tickets for Canada Blooms
Landscape Ontario members have access to special discounted tickets for Canada Blooms and the National Home Show, March 8-17 in Toronto. The tickets are a great treat for employees and a great way to get clients and suppliers excited about the year ahead. Details online at HortTrades.com.

Canada may soon have its first vertical forest
An architect and condo developer in Toronto are planning to incorporate about 500 deciduous and coniferous trees into a 27-story condo building project. The project could open up new opportunities for Ontario growers. Read the article from the January issue of Landscape Trades magazine.

Peer to Peer Workshop in Ottawa, Jan. 24
Business owners in Landscape Ontario’s Peer to Peer Network have identified company culture as a top learning priority for 2019. In this first of two workshops on company culture, we will work on improving team engagement and developing a renewed energy for the busy hiring season. Full details and online registration at HortTrades.com.

Lighting Conference, Jan. 31
Don’t miss this all-in-one event for lighting contractors, featuring a full-day of expert speakers, suppliers, new products and technology. Lunch included. Register at LightingConference.ca by Jan. 18 and save.

Irrigation Conference, Feb. 1
Get you and your staff prepared for the future of the irrigation profession in Ontario at this annual gathering that includes exhibitors, seminars and networking. Lunch included. Register online at IrrigationConference.ca by Jan. 18 and save.

Growers Short Course, Feb. 6
Register online by Jan. 30 and save on admission to the educational event of the year for the grower community. Includes breakfast, lunch, door prizes, informative speakers, research reports, new products, homegrown ideas and keynote speaker, Paul Pilon, Michigan’s very own production expert. Register online at HortTrades.com/growers-group.

Ski and Spa Day with Georgian Lakelands Chapter, Feb. 7
Enjoy a fun day on the slopes, a relaxing day at the spa, or both! A variety of flexible packages and sponsorship opportunities are available. Join the Georgian Lakelands Chapter for a mid-winter break that includes breakfast, activity and Après Ski party. Full details and online registration at HortTrades.com.

London Chapter Plant Symposium, Feb. 8
London Chapter and OALA present the return of this full-day of informative guest speakers, marketplace vendors, buffet lunch and door prizes for students, landscape pros and gardeners. Register online at HortTrades.com/LCPS-Registration.

Peer to Peer Workshop in London, Feb. 13
Business owners can learn how to develop a collaborative balance between the needs of the company and the needs of its’ employees as we continue to focus on developing company culture in this engaging and interactive workshop. Full details and online registration at HortTrades.com.

Ottawa Chapter AGM, Jan. 23
Register online now for the Chapter’s annual general meeting that begins at noon. Registration includes a hot lunch and location will be provided in early 2019. RSVP online.

Ottawa Chapter Awards of Distinction, Feb. 12
Ottawa Chapter’s 5th annual gala and casino night will take place the evening before GreenTrade Expo at the EY Centre. Get your tickets now for this fun and entertaining evening that recognizes members within the chapter. Buy tickets via the GreenTrade Expo registration page.

GreenTrade Expo, Feb. 13
Eastern Ontario’s landscape and construction show celebrates over 25 years in 2019. Featuring free admission, free parking, over 110 exhibitors, a beer tent, free all-day seminars and more. Register for free online at GreenTrade.ca.

Ottawa Design Challenge, Feb. 13
High school and college students will work together do complete a design for an outdoor learning environment that will then be judged live at GreenTrade Expo on Feb. 13. To volunteer or sponsor this event, please contact Lindsey Best. Details on the Ottawa Chapter page at HortTrades.com.

Toronto Chapter Meeting, Jan. 24
This free meeting at the Toronto Botanical Garden is for all maintenance company owners and managers. Meet with fellow maintenance pros to discuss a wide range of topics and issues. Please RSVP by Jan. 18.

Upper Canada Chapter Meeting, Feb. 6
Landscape contractors can get legal advice from Josh Winter of Kennaley Construction Law. Doors open at 12:30 at the Invista Centre in Kingston. Visit the Chapter page at HortTrades.com.

Windsor Chapter Meeting, Jan. 24
Jeff Pedlow of Workplace Safety and Prevention Services (WSPS) will discuss workplace safety at this meeting. Includes free lunch at Dominion Golf Course. RSVP by Jan. 20. Details online at HortTrades.com/windsor-chapter.

LO SEMINARS


	Professional Development seminars 2019 seminars are now online at HortTrades.com/seminars. Space is limited. View seminars online by topic, chapter, date or title, or view the Guide online. Government grant helps to pay for LO seminars. Find out more.
How to Use Dynascape, Jan. 28-29 Advanced Stone Masonry, Feb. 4-6 New! Safety, Health and the Law, Feb. 5 An Introduction to Landscape Design, Feb. 6 Introductory SketchUp, Feb. 7-8 Getting Started in Concrete, Feb. 8 Annuals: Traffic Stopping Curb Appeal, Feb. 8

UPCOMING LO EVENTS

Ottawa Chapter AGM, Jan. 23
Peer to Peer Network Workshop – Ottawa, Jan. 24
Toronto Chapter Meeting, Jan. 24
Windsor Chapter Meeting, Jan. 24
Lighting Conference, Jan. 31
Irrigation Conference, Feb. 1
Growers Short Course, Feb. 6
Upper Canada Chapter Meeting, Feb. 6
Georgian Lakelands Ski and Spa Day, Feb. 7
London Chapter Plant Symposium, Feb. 8
Ottawa Chapter Awards of Distinction, Feb. 12
GreenTrade Expo, Feb. 13
Ottawa Chapter Design Build Challenge, Feb.13
Peer to Peer Network Workshop – London, Feb. 13

Visit the Events page at HortTrades.com

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With more than 2,500 professional members, Landscape Ontario is the province’s premier horticultural trades association. Our mission is to be the leader in representing, promoting and fostering a favourable climate for the advancement of the horticulture industry in Ontario.