Durham enews September 12, 2018

Free webinar on the health effects of noise
In preparation to National Protect Your Hearing Month, employers and employees can register for a free webinar by Public Services Health and Safety Association to assess and control noise in the workplace to prevent hearing loss. Register for the free webinar on Sept. 28 via the WSPS website.

Ontario Tree Climbing Championship, Sept. 15
Professional tree climbers from across Ontario will be competing for the title of the Best Climber in the Ontario Tree Climbing Championship (OTCC). Open to the public, this free event hosted by the Ontario Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture will run Sat., Sept. 15 at Canatara Park, 1200 Chipican Drive, Sarnia. For details visit ISAontario.com/otcc.

Employer feedback needed to help build a skilled labour force
Your feedback is needed to help develop a timely, skilled, plentiful workforce for the landscape and horticulture profession. Give your feedback in just a few short minutes by Sept. 21.

LO business managers workshop, Sept. 20-21
LO member business owners are invited to join the Peer to Peer Network and take their leadership skills and profits to the next level. Participation in LO’s Peer to Peer Network is free with LO membership dues. The next event is an engaging, two-day, action-packed business manager workshop in beautiful Muskoka that includes two fun days of networking, learning and laughter. Full details and online registration at HortTrades.com/p2p.

Apply now for award-winning Fusion Landscape Professional certification program, Nov. 20-21
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. Apply now at HortTrades.com/FUSION. Do not delay as space is limited. Applications close Sept. 21 at noon.

National Tree Day, Sept. 26
Horticulture professionals are encouraged to take up Tree Canada’s tree planting challenge and help to plant 4,000 trees on Sept. 26. Spread the word about the many environmental, financial and health benefits of trees in our landscapes or offer helpful maintenance tips at a local planting site. Read more.

Hire an Algonquin College co-op student
Algonquin College co-op students are eager to put their new skills to work starting in January of 2019. If you have a short-term need, or are evaluating candidates for a future full-time hire, co-op is a great option. Details online at HortTrades.com.

APLD International Design Conference underway
Featuring exclusive garden tours of the Niagara Region, private urban gardens, incredible public gardens and a post-conference tour Toronto’s rooftop gardens, the annual conference includes three days of informative speakers from across North America. Full details and online registration.

Toronto Green Street Challenge, Sept. 16
Volunteers from LO’s Toronto Chapter will be hosting a second Green Streets event at the intersection of Yonge and Bloor, offering turf tips and professional advice to city residents and visitors. Come out and enjoy free games and crafts on the grass. Visit HortTrades.com/events for details.

Nursery Growers Summer Tour, Sept. 19
Join your peers for a tour of Hamilton/Niagara nurseries, greenhouses and gardens! The 2018 Nursery Growers Summer Tour will be on Wednesday, September 19, 2018 starting and ending at Connon Nurseries/CBV, 656 Robson Road, Waterdown. Details online.

Snow is set to arrive on Sept. 25
With conference programming focused on the real-world business issues crucial to running a successful snow and ice management operation, the 2018 Snowposium is the premier snow event for industry leaders. Private, commercial and municipal snow and ice professionals, property managers, equipment and operations managers, key personnel and industry suppliers can register now at Snowposium.ca.

Mohawk College part-time job fair, Sept. 26
Employers looking to fill a need for part-time staff can register for this free job fair in Hamilton by Sept. 18. Call Kym McCreary-Stewart at 905-575-2178 or register now.

Hardscape Committee Golf Tournament, Sept. 28
Save the date for the wildest golf tournament in the industry. Sponsorship packages and online registration to follow at HortTrades.com/hardscape.