LO enews January 2, 2020

New LO Podcast episodes are available now

The LO Podcast launches three new episodes: What to do if the MoL visits your workplace with HR expert Natalie Hansford; The secrets to hiring great people with Alyssa "Twist" Light; and thinking beyond the park with landscape ecologist Carly Ziter. Subscribe and Like the podcast, and look for new episodes each month. Listen online, or on your favourite podcast app!

Changes to LO Membership proposed for 2020

Landscape Ontario’s membership committee has proposed changes to the association’s membership categories. These changes will be voted on at the AGM, held Jan. 8, 2020 in conjunction with LO Congress. Read details of the proposal online at HortTrades.com. ​

LMN hosts Best in Landscape Workshop at LO, Jan. 28

You’re Already a great landscaper. This one day workshop will turn you into a great business owner. Come to a workshop and let us explain in one day how to earn 15-20% profit. We will talk about ideas you haven’t considered that will lead to more efficiency and increased profit. Register for the workshop online.

FLP program is now available across Ontario

Fusion landscaping combines the art and science of horticulture with the science of hydrology to design, build/install and maintain aesthetically pleasing, water-efficient landscapes. For the first time, the FLP training and certification program is now available to companies operating across Ontario. Training will be held at Landscape Ontario, Feb. 4-5. The Region sponsored training for Peel and/or York Region companies will be held Feb 11-12. Apply/register at HortTrades.com.

Keep your workplace safe with IHSA Training   

Did you know that every business that pays WSIB premiums is automatically a member of the infrastructure Health and Safety Association (IHSA)? Check out their training catalogue online.

Post your available jobs at LO Congress

The Landscape Ontario job board at Congress is seen by thousands of industry professionals and hundreds of students. LO members can send a PDF of their posting by Jan. 3 or bring a paper copy to the LO booth at Congress for approval and posting. Full details at HortTrades.com/jobboard.

Support needed to keep TBG gardens free

The Toronto Botanical Gardens annual Hearts and Flowers fundraising campaign needs your support to reach its target this year. All donations will we matched by an anonymous donor and tax receipts will be issued. Donate online or call 416-397-1483.

Find inspiration at the Landscape Designers Conference Jan. 6

Network with landscape designers and architects and discover new ideas at the Landscape Designers Conference on Warm Up Monday, Jan. 6, 2020. Register online at LOcongress.com.

Earn CECs at the IPM Symposium, Jan. 6

Landscape Ontario’s Integrated Pest Management (IPM) keeps turf management pros up-to-date on the latest practices. Plus, earn six CECs from the IPM Council of Canada. Register online at LOcongress.com.

Step up your leadership game at the Peer to Peer Workshop, Jan. 6

Join the LO Peer to Peer Network for a leader-to-leader workshop on Jan. 6. Admission to Congress trade show and Congress ‘After Dark’ is included. Register online at LOcongress.com.

Foundation scholarships to be handed out at Awards ceremony, Jan. 7

Meet future leaders of the profession as the Ontario Horticultural Trades Foundation recognizes this year’s scholarship recipients at the 2020 LO Awards ceremony. Plus, see the best projects in Ontario announced live. Buy tickets online via the Congress website.

Donations sought to save heritage trees

After 14 years of effort by resident Edith George, the City of Toronto has reached an agreement to purchase the North York site of a heritage red oak. The tree is 24 metres tall with a five-metre circumference, and may be over 300 years old. The City says $430,000 of the purchase must be raised by donations; Mark Cullen has already committed to $100,000. To donate, phone 416-392-1144 or write to donate@toronto.ca. Tax receipts will be issued for amounts between $20 and $50,000.

Ontario Invasive Plant Conference, Jan. 15   

Register now for this unique, two-day event in London, Ont., that will bring together over 150 professionals and passionate citizens from across the province, providing information on new invasive plant projects and accomplishments. Details online.

Nominations now open for Ottawa Chapter Awards

Nominate your favourite LO member contractor or supplier in the Ottawa area for this year’s Awards of Distinction. Winners will be announced at the evening gala Feb. 12, 2020 in conjunction with Green Trade Expo.

Ottawa Employment Hub Skilled Trades Survey

The Ottawa Employment Hub is looking to hear from local employers about in-demand skilled trades. Complete an online survey to share your experiences  and perceptions of the labour market in the region.
 

Visit the Events page at HortTrades.com