LO enews April 24, 2019

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April 24, 2019

Volunteer to help scout for box tree moth
The Box Tree Moth Industry Working Group is seeking volunteers to support scouting efforts for this new invasive pest, recently found in the Etobicoke area. Outreach to homeowners and scouting of boxwood plants will be conducted in early evenings and Saturdays over the next two weeks. A special information session will also be held by on May 9 in Etobicoke. If you, or someone you know is available to help, please contact Jamie Aalbers, CNLA Growers Manager at jamie@canadanursery.com. For full details, visit HortTrades.com.

Retail horticulturist certification offered online
Garden Centres Canada and the Canadian Nursery Landscape Association (CNLA) Professional Development Committee (PDC) are pleased to announce the Retail Horticulturist Online Training Program is now available. This interactive, 12-module online training program is designed to enhance overall retail horticulture skills for owners, managers and associates. Members can register now to take adavantage of a limited-time offer.

New Employment Standards Self Service Tool
The Ministry of Labour is excited to announce the launch of the Employment Standards Self Service Tool, designed to promote self-reliance amongst workplace parties, making it easier for employers and employees in Ontario to understand and comply with the Employment Standards Act (ESA). It also includes calculations to determine whether the amount paid to an employee meets the minimum standards of the ESA. Visit Ontario.ca/ESATools.

Apply now for Landscape Ontario Toronto Chapter Bursary
Do you know of a local community project that will benefit the environment, pollinators, wildlife, or the mental or physical wellness of residents? Funding may be available through the Toronto Chapter Bursary program. Applications must be received by May 3, 2019. For full a full list of criteria, please visit HortTrades.com.

Crombie Park Community Clean-Up, Apr. 27
Volunteers are needed to clean up Crombie Park in downtown Toronto this Saturday. Participants can also enjoy a pancake breakfast, courtesy of the St. Lawrence Market Neighbourhood BIA. Details online at HortTrades.com.

Partners in Prevention, Apr. 30-May 1
Don’t miss the 2019 Health & Safety Conference & Trade Show. Produced by Workplace Safety and Prevention Services (WSPS), the two-day event includes sessions on legislation, legal issues, leadership, human resources, mental health, JHSC and more. This year’s keynote speaker is TV personality, Rick Mercer. For full details, visit http://app.wsps.ca/pip/.

London area youth job expo, May 15
Greenhouse Academy in Thorndale, Ont., is inviting leaders of business and education to participate in its first annual youth job fair. The 60,000 square foot facility will provide students access to business, industry and education to help drive the future labour pool of the London area. More details on the event website.

Cuddy Open Garden, June 1-2
Stroll the gardens at your leisure, take one of the animated, free garden tours and shop the ever-popular plant sale. This event has something for everyone. Admission is $5.00 for adults and FREE for kids. Details online at HortTrades.com.

Garden Days coming this June
Garden Days, Canada’s coast to coast to coast celebration of gardening will run June 15-23, 2019. The nine-days of events will kick off June 15, National Gardening Day. Details online at HortTrades.com.

Dry Stone Walling Certification Day, July 19
Dean McLellan Stonework and the Saugeen Amphitheatre restoration program with the support of Upper Canada Stone and Landscape Ontario, will be offering a Dry Stone Walling Association of Great Britain, Certification Day this summer. Full details online at HortTrades.com.

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LO SEMINARS


	Professional Development seminars LO’s winter seminar series has now concluded. Stay tuned to HortTrades.com/seminars. and check the LO events page for learning and networking opportunities across the province this summer. Stay tuned – 2019-2020 seminar program details coming early fall.

UPCOMING LO EVENTS

Crombie Park Community Clean Up, Apr. 27
Upper Canada Chapter Golf Tournament, Jul. 26
Golden Horseshoe Chapter Golf Tournament, Aug. 16
Toronto Chapter Golf Tournament, Aug. 23
Industry Auction, Sep. 12
Nursery Growers Summer Tour, Sep. 19
Snowposium 2019, Sept. 26

Visit the Events page at HortTrades.com

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Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association
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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.