LO enews July, 15 2020

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July 15, 2020

Free safety materials for LO members
“Don’t let your guard down” is the theme of a campaign led by Landscape Ontario’s Covid-19 Task Force, highlighting the importance of safety protocols. Landscape Ontario printed 20,000 decals promoting that message; one is poly bagged with the summer issue of LO magazine. If you would like to order up to 10 decals at no cost, please email Meghan Greaves or call 1-800-265-5656 Extension 2301. Bundles of 100 decals can be ordered at cost for $32.25 per hundred. The decals measure eight by 2-1/2 inches, and the Task Force encourages members to place as many as possible on equipment and trucks.

Posters promoting safety and featuring basic action points have also been developed, and are posted for free download. Versions in English, Spanish and French are available, as well as artwork to paste into email signatures.

Maintaining safety protocols is vital to our sector’s ability to continue operating, as well as our public relations profile. Stay safe and don’t let your guard down!

Alan White, Chair, Landscape Ontario’s Covid-19 Task Force

In Memoriam – Charles Egleston
Charles "Chuck" Egleston passed away in his home at the age of 73. Professionally, he was well known and respected by both golf superintendents and the lawn care operators in Ontario and Western Canada. He was proud of his accomplishments and always thought of his customers in a personal way and cared about each of them. In retirement, Chuck continued to mentor and advise his successors. Read the obituary.

Snowposium goes virtual July 28
LO’s Snow and Ice Management Sector Group invites you to register online to attend this year’s Snowposium. Take advantage of the latest technology to network with other attendees and exhibitors, plus see new products and get the latest on issues affecting the sector. Full details online at Snowposium.ca.

Enter the Construction, Maintenance and Design Awards
Entries for Landscape Ontario’s Awards of Excellence program are open to retail members July 1 to Sept. 1. Full details and entry at LOawards.com

Enter Garden Centre awards starting July 1
Entries for Landscape Ontario’s Garden Centre Awards of Excellence program are open to retail members July 1 to Sept. 1. Full details and entry at LOawards.com

Landscape Ontario Podcast celebrates Women in Horticulture
The latest Landscape Ontario podcast celebrates Women in Horticulture Week (June 1-5) with an episode featuring three amazing landscape and horticulture professionals: Jennifer Lemcke, Weed Man; Jacki Hart, Consulting By Hart; and Lexi Dearborn, Dearborn Designs & Associates. Listen to the show to feel their passion for the profession.

LO’s Covid-19 Task Force Town Hall Webinar, July 21
Landscape Ontario’s Covid-19 Task Force Town Halls have shifted to every other Tuesday at 7 p.m. Watch previous Town Halls. The next town hall will be held July 7 at 7 p.m. Register online for free.

Skills virtual camps for kids, July-August
Landscape Ontario has partnered with Skills Ontario to offer five Horticulture and Landscaping workshops in July and August for students entering grade 7, 8, or 9 as part of the Skills Ontario virtual camp series. The free, virtual events are designed to inspire youth about a career in the profession. More details online.

LO eNews goes bi-weekly for July and August
Summer is here, which means for the months of July and August, LO e-news will be released every other Wednesday. LO Enews will hit inboxes July 29 and Aug. 12 and 26 before returning to its weekly format Sept. 2.

Apply now for OHTF Scholarships
Each year, over $40,000 in scholarships are made available to students pursuing a career in the landscape and horticulture profession through the Ontario Horticultural Trades Foundation and Cullen Family Scholarship programs. Apply online before July 31.

Water advisory for Mississauga and Brampton

The Region of Peel has issued an outdoor water use advisory for residents and businesses in Mississauga and Brampton. The advisory is due to unexpected repairs at one of the Region’s treatment facilities and is necessary to ensure our water supply levels are maintained throughout the system. For more information, visit the Peel Region Website.

LO’s COVID-19 Resource Hub includes guidance for working safely
LO’s resource centre now includes key health and safety protocols, supplementary resources, and a list of PPE suppliers as guidance to update your health and safety policies and procedures. Be sure to check out the Safe Work Protocols page, the Posters and Signage page and the Business Continuity page for the latest updates.

Hire Immigrants Ottawa hosts employer forum
Hire Immigrants Ottawa is pleased to invite you to an Employer Learning forum: Diversity and Inclusion Matters in a Time of Crisis. Join their panel of experts who will share tips on how to leverage diverse workforces for business success during this time of transition in a period of crisis. July 21, 2020 1:30 to 3 p.m. More information

Pre-apprenticeship program seeks applicants
The Pre-apprenticeship Horticulture Technician program for Women is a Free-tuition training program funded by the provincial government in partnership with Humber College and Landscape Ontario. To learn more about this training opportunity interested candidates are required to register and attend a virtual information session.

Peer to Peer September Summit, Sept. 24-25
Organizers and members of the Peer group are still hoping to hold the annual fall summit. It may get pushed back to Oct. or Nov. and may have a reduction in the total number of participants. Stay tuned for more updates. This two-day, information-packed feature event will include guest speakers: Frank Bourque, Mark Bradley and Arden Urbano. Register today!

EIO Solutions webinar series, July 10
This is live and interactive webinar series hosted by EIO Solutions is for Landscape Ontario members to get relevant information during the COVID-19 crisis. Stay informed with help from Legal, Ministry of Labour, and EIO HR experts. Register for free online.

Connect with members of your sector online
A number of Landscape Ontario sector groups have set up private, online Facebook discussion boards that allow members to connect in order to ask questions, share ideas and be social online. Join the discussions online being held by Landscape Contractors, Growers, and Garden Centres.

Snowposium virtual event July 28. Snowposium.ca

LO SEMINARS

Professional Development Guide 2019-2020

Professional Development Seminars

Watch for full seminar listings early this fall.

UPCOMING LO EVENTS

LO Awards of Excellence program entries open, July 1
LO’s COVID-19 Task Force Weekly Town Hall Webinar, July 21
Snowposium, July 28

Visit the Events page at HortTrades.com

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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.