Golden Horseshoe enews February 20, 2019

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February 20, 2019

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All landscape pros can benefit from attending grounds lecture on February 27
Landscape Ontario’s Grounds Management Sector Group will host the 2019 Grounds Management Lecture at Lionhead Golf and Conference Centre on Feb. 27. Conveniently located just off Hwy. 407, the event includes a full-day of fabulous, expert speakers, free lunch, access to exhibitors and a timely opportunity for all sectors to lean about new products, new plants, vehicle safety, and more. Connect with suppliers and peers to compare notes and share ideas just before heading into another hectic spring season. Register online today at LandscapeLecture.ca.

Gear Up for Spring, Mar. 26
The Golden Horseshoe Chapter’s fourth annual pre-spring event returns to the Ancaster Fairgrounds, featuring a trade show, free safety presentations, chapter AGM, new products, demos, door prizes, lunch and more. Register online for free.

Deadline extended for 2019 Safety Groups
Register by Mar. 31 to participate in WSIB’s Safety Groups program ad receive a $1,400 rebate upon successful completion, plus a share in rebates that totalled a record $6.7 million last year. Read about the other changes to the program this year to make it even easier for small businesses to participate.

LMN offers discount to LO members
A new partnership between Landscape Ontario and Landscape Management Network (LMN) is designed to help landscape pros enhance profitability and professional. Via a dedicated webpage, LO members have access to a coupon code to receive $20 off regular price tickets. For details, visit golmn.com/association/LO.

Public input on City of Toronto’s Draft Biodiversity Strategy
The City of Toronto has scheduled meetings to allow public consultation for the City’s Draft Biodiversity Strategy. After this round of public consultation, the City’s goal is to refine and finalize the Biodiversity Strategy and bring it to Council for adoption in spring of 2019. Get details and meeting dates on the City of Toronto website.

Grand River Natural Stone Landscape Symposium, Mar. 8
Landscape pros can register now for the invitation-only event at the Best Western in London that features free lunch, great speakers, prizes, and the 2018 Grandies Hardscape Awards. Details online at HortTrades.com.

Canada Blooms, Mar. 8-17
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. Volunteer to help with the build, during the show, or with tear down. Details online at HortTrades.com/canada-blooms-2019.

Peer to Peer Workshop in Ajax, March 12
Business owners who participate in this interactive workshop will learn what systems are needed and how to implement them to improve team engagement. Co-facilitated by Mark Bradley. Full details and online registration at HortTrades.com.

Backyard Living Expo, Mar. 29-31
LO members can use the promo code LOC853 to get 2 for 1 tickets for the only backyard event of its kind in the GTA. The perfect spot to shop, taste and explore everything backyard living this spring, this consumer show at The International Centre in Mississauga showcases over 100 quality products and services to best serve outdoor living spaces. Visit www.thebackyardlivingexpo.com.

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.
Xeriscaping: Selecting Drought- Tolerant Plants…, Feb. 25 Outdoor Fire-pit Construction, Feb. 25-26 Introduction to Plant Identification, Feb. 26 Legal Obligations of the Landscape Employer, Feb. 27 Ornamental Ways to Handle Rainwater, Feb. 28 Maintaining Turf on Treed Sites, Mar. 4 Green Roof Design and Installation, Mar. 5 Essential Grounds Maintenance Practices, Mar. 5 Leadership and Creating a Motivated Workplace, Mar. 6 Fundamentals of Customer Service and Safety, Mar. 6 Annuals and Perennials in Grounds Maintenance, Mar. 7 Grounds Maintenance Turf, Pruning and General Standards, Mar. 8

UPCOMING LO EVENTS

Georgian Lakelands Chapter Meeting, Feb. 21
Windsor Chapter Meeting, Feb. 22
Grounds Management Lecture Series, Feb. 27
Durham Chapter Meeting, Mar. 5
Georgian Lakelands Chapter Meeting, Mar. 6
Upper Canada Chapter Meeting, Mar. 6
Canada Blooms, Mar. 8-17
London Chapter Meeting, Mar. 12
Golden Horseshoe Chapter Gear Up for Spring, Mar. 26

Visit the Events page at HortTrades.com

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Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association
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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.