Ottawa enews October 16, 2019

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October 16, 2019

		It’s time to celebrate our collective success The renovation of the Landscape Ontario building is now complete. Our new facility is already a hub for training, innovation and activities. It is also a great representation of who we are — professionals. I invite you all to join us next Wednesday (October 23), from 2:30 to 7 p.m. to help celebrate this significant accomplishment. There will be food, tours, refreshments and an official ribbon cutting at 5 p.m. Connect with other green professionals, see our stunning new facility, and join us for the next phase in our long and prosperous journey together. If you are planning to attend, you must RSVP online by Oct. 17.
			Warren Patterson LO President

Congress 2020 registration is now open

Congress runs Jan. 7-9, 2020 with exciting new show features, including the Patio Lounge, Axe Throwing, Recruit LIVE, and more stops along the popular Ale Trail. The Congress website includes the full show schedule, including conference details and registration and all of this year’s topics, speakers and special events. Register today to take advantege of early bird pricing!

Ottawa Chapter Day of Tribute, Nov. 1

Volunteers are needed for the 14th annual event that sees landscape pros perform a morning of maintenance to honour the Canadian Military and their families at the National Military Cemetery in preparation for Remembrance Day activities. Opening Ceremony begins at 8 a.m. Register online at HortTrades.com

Ottawa Chapter Meeting, Nov. 13

Learn about recent changes to the Construction Act and how they will have a major impact on your business. Note new meeting location. Register online at HortTrades.com

Hire Immigrants Ottawa hosts hiring forum, Nov. 28

Hire Immigrants Ottawa (HIO) – a provincially funded initiative – invites employers to, "Smart Sourcing: Proven Strategies and Programs to help you Connect with, Assess, and Hire Top Immigrant Talent" on Nov. 28. Participants must register by Nov. 20

Upper Canada Chapter Meeting, Nov. 6

Upper Canada Chapter hosts a discussion on retaining employees over the winter with speakers from Keys Employment Agency
as well as Lindsey Ross of Living Green Landscapes. Full details at HortTrades.com

Cannabis one year later

Oct. 17 marks the one year anniversary of cannabis legalization in Canada. It’s time to see if the policies and programs implemented in your business are up-to-date and effective. Get some tips on how to spot and deal with cannabis in the workplace in this article from WSPS.

Ontario Tree Planting Guide updated

The landscape profession’s most comprehensive tree planting guide has been updated. Download the latest version.

Register apprentices now for winter session

A limited number of spots are available for the in-class portion of Apprenticeship training this winter. The time to register Apprentices is now and LO is here to assist and support you with the process. Email info@horticulturetechnician.ca and visit the Apprenticeship website to see how you can benefit from this program.

Liberation75 tulips for sale

To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands, organizers of the 2020 Canadian Tulip Festival are selling bags of commemorative tulips. Money from each purchase also supports the Royal Canadian Legion and buyers have the chance to win a cash prize and trip to Amsterdam courtesy of program sponsors. Details at Liberation75.ca

Growers Annual Fall Dinner, Nov. 26

Join us at Piper’s Heath Golf Club in Milton for the annual Growers Fall Dinner to network, enjoy dinner and participate in a lively discussion on relevant issues in the industry. There will also be an important update on Box Tree Moth. Register online at HortTrades.com

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LO SEMINARS


	Professional Development seminars Seminars for the 2019-2020 season are now starting to appear online. Watch for the full listings early this fall. Visit HortTrades.com/seminars.
Chainsaw Training, Nov. 11 NEW! Tree and Shrub Identification, Nov. 11 Fundamentals of a Well Planned Succession Plan, Nov. 12 NEW! Design with Trees,Shrubs and Evergreens, Nov. 13 Get the Most of the Blooming Season!, Nov. 14 Creating a Backyard Designn, Nov. 15 Next Step in Landscape Design, Nov. 19 Compact Excavator Safe Operator Training, Nov. 20 New! Texture Workhorses: Sedges and Grasses, Nov. 21 Turf Management – A Holistic Approach, Nov. 22 NEW! Soil, and the Things Living in it, Nov. 25 Fundamentals of Fall Protection, Nov. 27 Green Roof Design and Installation, Nov. 28

UPCOMING LO EVENTS

Toronto Chapter Meeting, Oct. 23
Windsor Chapter Meeting, Oct. 24
Georgian Lakelands Barbecue, Oct. 24
Ottawa Chapter Day of Tribute, Nov. 1
Durham Chapter Meeting, Nov. 5
Upper Canada Chapter Meeting, Nov. 6
Ottawa Chapter Meeting, Nov. 13
London Chapter Meeting, Nov. 13
Toronto Chapter Talk Shop, Nov. 14
Waterloo Fall Freeze Up, Nov. 15
Windsor Chapter Meeting with OPP, Nov. 23
Growers Fall Dinner, Nov. 26
Toronto Chapter Winter Social, Nov. 28
Georgian Lakelands Awards of Distinction, Nov. 28
Visit the Events page at HortTrades.com

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Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association
7856 Fifth Line South, Milton, ON L9T 2X8 Canada
1-800-265-5656
rob@landscapeontario.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.