Durham Chapter Meeting 8:30 a.m. Holiday Inn, 1011 Bloor Street E., Oshawa Ready for the Road? Get an update from MTO. This meeting has been designed to help you avoid unnecessary contact with MTO officers and tell you what you need to know to take a proactive approach to compliance. Contact Carol Fulford at (416) 410-3435 for more information.
Toronto Chapter Meeting 9 a.m. – 11 a.m., Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building, Room 716B Join the chapter for an important update on by-laws that affect you and your business. An informal tour of the feature gardens is included. Registration is required – space is limited to 65 attendees, maximum of four people per company. To register, e-mail your company name and first/last name to events@landscapeontario.com.
Certified Irrigation Contractor and Certified Irrigation Designer exams Landscape Ontario, 7856 Fifth Line South, Milton 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Get exam details and register at www.irrigation.org.
London Chapter Nursery Tour Golden Horseshoe area CANCELLED! This event has been cancelled due to lack of registration. Join the London Chapter as they tour the Golden Horseshoe area. Stops included are Terra Greenhouses (Hwy. 6), Connon Nurseries Wholesale location and Holland Park Garden Gallery. Meet at Pieper Nurseries in Dorchester at 8 a.m. and return at 6 p.m.. Fee is $30, includes lunch. Contact Wendy Harry at (519) 488-0818 for more information.
Windsor Chapter – First Aid and CPR Seminar St. John Ambulance 7515 Forest Glade Dr., Windsor (near the EC Row Expressway & Lauzon Parkway) 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Visit www.horttrades.com/seminars.
IPM Symposium (Barrie) Barrie Event Centre (Essa Rd and Hwy 400) A full day devoted to what’s in the pipeline, practical ideas, reducing risk and exposure to pesticides, an update on urban pests and what could possibly go wrong. Before March 7: $65 and on-site: $85. Download brochure
Georgian Lakelands Chapter Equipment Show Barrie Event Centre, Essa Rd and Hwy 400 Landscape Ontario’s Georgian Lakelands Chapter presents an indoor show featuring the latest in equipment and supplies for the landscape industry. Seminars will be held throughout the day. Refreshments available on site. Contact Don McLaren at (705) 734-2424. Download flyer.
Certified Landscape Professional (CLP) Exam Landscape Ontario, 7856 Fifth Line South, Milton 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The CLP program is designed for owners and managers of horticulture companies. The evaluation focuses on core business skills required to run a successful operation. Candidates earn their CLP by successfully completing a series of seven written evaluations. To register contact the Canadian Nursery Landscape Association at 1-888-446-3499 or visit www.clp.canadanursery.com
Certified Irrigation Technician (CIT) Workshop Greenscape Watering Systems, 54 Cleopatra Dr., Ottawa An overview of the CIT program, this workshop will help prepare candidates for the CIT exam. Contact Beverly Benjamin at 1-800-265-5656, ext. 354.
Certified Irrigation Technician Exam 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Terra Pro Corp., 145 Loretta Ave. North, Ottawa The CIT program provides a minimum standard of competence in irrigation design, installation and maintenance. Includes home study guide and certificate of proficiency. To register, contact Beverly Benjamin at 1-800-265-5656, ext. 354 or download registration form. For program details, visit www.hortrades.com/prodev.
London Chapter Seminar: Skid Steer Huron Tractor, 37 Elgin Rd. (Hwy.2 or Dundas St. E. and Elgin Rd.), Thamesford 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Visit www.horttrades.com/seminars.
Grounds Maintenance Symposium Landscape Ontario, 7856 Fifth Line S., Milton Full-day useful seminar devoted to running a grounds maintenance company, including estimating, marketing, dealing with property managers, staff retention and establishing the value of your business. Cost (before March 2): LO Member: $110, Non-member: $140. On-site registration: LO Member: $135, Non-member: $165. Lunch included. For information contact Pat Hillmer at (905) 875-1805 ext. 308. Download brochure
CLD Workshop and Exam Landscape Ontario, 7856 Fifth Line South, Milton Workshop 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Exam 2 p.m.-5 p.m. The workshop will outline the requirements for the CLD designation, including required work and educational experience, the portfolio review process and the CLD program itself. There will be particular emphasis on the elements that should be included in your portfolio, with the balance concentrating on overall design principles. Particular attention will be paid to landforms and various aspects of site grading. Download CLD Workshop and Exam registration form. Candidates are also encouraged to consider design related professional development seminars to aid in preparation for the CLD exam. Visit www.horttrades.com/seminars.
Grounds Maintenance Symposium (London) Ukraina Resort, 3375 Gore Rd., London CANCELLED! This event has been cancelled due to lack of registration. Full-day useful seminar devoted to running a grounds maintenance company, including estimating, marketing, dealing with property managers, staff retention and establishing the value of your business. Cost (before March 2): LO Member: $110, Non-member: $140. On-site registration: LO Member: $135, Non-member: $165. Lunch included. For information contact Pat Hillmer at (905) 875-1805 ext. 308. Watch for the brochure at Congress 2007. Download brochure
Ottawa Seminar: Leadership seminar featuring Jim Paluch of JP Horizons 8 a.m.-noon. RA Centre, Canada Room, 2451 Riverside Dr., Ottawa Jim Paluch is an internationally famous “motivational listener,” and the most engaging speaker in the landscape industry. His mission is “To energize a zillion people.” In addition to business owners, this seminar is for managers, foremen and lead hands. $75 for LO members, $145 for non-members. Register at www.horttrades.com/seminars.For information about the seminar call Lynn Lane at (613) 796-5156. For registration questions, call 1-800-265-5656, ext. 306.
IPM Symposium (London) Ukraina Resort, 3375 Gore Rd., London A full day devoted to what’s in the pipeline, practical ideas, reducing risk and exposure to pesticides, an update on urban pests and what could possibly go wrong. Before March 15: $65 and on-site:$85. Download brochure.
Upper Canada Chapter Meeting 7 p.m. , New Strathcona Paper Centre Arena, 16 McPherson Dr., Napanee Are you ready for the road? Join the chapter as they get an important update from the MTO. Chapter board elections will also be held. No charge for this meeting. Contact Diana Cassidy-Bush at (613)392-0402 for more information.
Golden Horseshoe Chapter Meeting 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Location TBA Ready for the Road? Get an update from MTO. This meeting has been designed to help you avoid unnecessary contact with MTO officers, and tell you what you need to know to take a proactive approach to compliance. Contact Fiore Zenone at 905-516-2605.
Windsor Chapter Meeting 9:30 am – noon. Roseland Golf Club, 455 Kennedy Drive West, Windsor Join guest speaker Michael Lewis for his well known presentation on Selling More for Greater Success. There is no charge for this seminar. Contact Wendy Harry at 1-888-211-5606, ext. 2356.
Waterloo Chapter Spring Thaw Dance and Social Knights of Columbus, 110 Manitou Drive, Kitchener It’s a beach party! Come dressed in your shorts and beach attire! Mix and mingle at 7 p.m. Evening includes stand up comedian Rob Evans at 8 p.m., a late-night buffet at 10:30 p.m., door prizes and a 50/50 draw. Tickets are $50 per couple. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Contact Linda Tester at (519) 895-0450.
Ottawa Chapter: WHMIS Training 10 a.m.-12 p.m. RA Centre, 2451 Riverside Dr.. Ottawa Instructor: Sheila James, Farm Safety Association
Know the regulations that exist on hazardous materials. Learn how to read MSDS sheets. Learn the six classes of hazardous materials, and the duties required for employers using controlled materials.
No Charge. Call (613)253-7028
Certified Irrigation Technician Exam Landscape Ontario, 7856 Fifth Line South, Milton 1 p.m.-3 p.m. The CIT program provides a minimum standard of competence in irrigation design, installation and maintenance. Includes home study guide and certificate of proficiency. To register, contact Beverly Benjamin at 1-800-265-5656, ext. 354 or download registration form. For program details, visit www.hortrades.com/prodev.
Certified Irrigation Contractor and Certified Irrigation Designer Exam Landscape Ontario, 7856 Fifth Line South, Milton 12 p.m.-4: p.m. Get exam details and register at www.irrigation.org.
Paradise Found Lecture Centrepointe Theatre, Ottawa Presented by Landscape Ontario’s Ottawa Chapter. Monet’s Muse – Claude Monet and the Gardens of Giverny. Tickets available by calling (613) 580-2700 or 1-866-752-5231. Visit www.paradisefoundlectures.ca.
Ottawa Chapter: WHMIS Training 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. RA Centre, 2451 Riverside Dr. Ottawa Instructor: Sheila James, Farm Safety Association. Know the regulations that exist on hazardous materials. Learn how to read MSDS sheets. Learn the six classes of hazardous materials, and the duties required for employers using controlled materials. No Charge. Call (613) 253-7028.
Waterloo Chapter 1st Annual Golf Tournament Rebel Creek Golf Club Shot gun start 9 a.m. $160 per golfer, includes golf, cart with water and snack, buffet dinner at 3 p.m., door prizes and contest holes. Dinner only for $39.99 plus tax. Hole sponsorship available for $250 per hole. Registration opens at 8 a.m. Contact Ray or Paul at Kuntz Topsoil, (519) 888-9992 to register.
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