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| April 15, 2020 |
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We are Better Together
The Government has launched a new Ontario Jobs and Recovery Committee. The focus will be on getting businesses up and running after the COVID-19 pandemic is over. We want to be one of the first sectors explicitly allowed. In order for this to happen, we need to convince the committee that we can operate safely and responsibly while protecting our employees, clients and the public. This is the first priority. The second priority is to explain why our work is important in improving the quality of life of our customers and the public.
We are fortunate that most of our work is outdoors where social distancing is easier. As an association we are very active in government relations activity. However, we will be much more effective if all of us participate in a unified campaign. Some of you have asked Landscape Ontario to provide templates. We were told by our Government Relations firm that form letters receive form replies. It is far better to reach out to your MPP in a respectful, sincere, authentic and passionate manner.
It is painful to watch the division and conflict playing out on social media. I respectfully ask you to channel that energy and help us get our common messages across. There is a role for each of you to play. We need you active now. Reach out to your local MPP. Explain why you can operate your business safely. Talk about your safety procedures. Your family, employees, clients and the general public need to know you can operate safely. After the safety message, talk about the benefits you provide to your clients and the public and the consequences resulting from not being able to work.
We are better together.
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Tony DiGiovanni Executive Director, Landscape Ontario |
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| In Memoriam — Ray Piester Ray Peister passed away on April 7. He was 91. Few can reflect on Ray Peister without visualizing his constant smile and recalling his gentle nature. Joining McLean-Peister Ltd. in February 1961, he was a dedicated and trustworthy member of brother Glenn’s landscape construction business, rising to the position of Vice-President of Sales, until his retirement in 1994. Full details. LO launches Professional Development Online Visit LO’s COVID-19 Resource Hub Toronto Chapter Virtual Talk Shop, Apr. 15 Inspire the workforce of tomorrow LO’s COVID-19 Task Force Weekly Town Hall Webinar, April 21 For green profession employers Take the Come Alive Outside #5x5Challenge Connect with members of your sector online Submit feedback to the province on essential workplace designation |
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Online Professional Development seminars Landscape Ontario introduces Online Professional Development Seminars, free of charge for LO Members.
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| Basic Tree Maintenance, April 16 ABC’s of Irrigation, April 22, 29 |
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| Toronto Chapter Let’s Talk Shop, April 15 LO’s COVID-19 Task Force Weekly Town Hall Webinar, April 21 |
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