LO enews June 10, 2020

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June 10, 2020

		Stay focused on safety Landscape Ontario’s Covid-19 Task Force hosted a Town Hall webinar on June 9 with the theme "Don’t Let Yourb Guard Down" alonside Kristin Hoffman from Workplace Safety and Prevention Service. If you weren’t able to attend, be sure to watch the replay anytime on LO’s YouTube page. Landscape Ontario is making the safety poster (to the left) available for members to download for free, and will include safety decals inside the summer issue of Landscape Ontario magazine. Display them on vehicles and equipment as a reminder for staff and to show the public your commitment to workplace safety. Sincerely, Landscape Ontario’s Covid-19 Task Force

In Memoriam — Jean Paul Lamarche
Jean Paul Lamarche passed away June 8, 2020. Lamarche ran JPL Consulting, an Ontario-based estimating and consulting firm. Lamarche was a regular speaker at Landscape Ontario Congress and was well-know across North America. Details online.

Salemi joins LO family
Landscape Ontario is pleased to announce the addition of Joe Salemi as Deputy Executive Director. Salemi joined the association during the coronavirus crisis, and has experience working with many other associations across North America. Read about Joe in the June issue of LO magazine.

Celebrate Garden Days June 13-21
Share your love of gardens and gardening using hastag #GardenTime on social media to help celebrate Canada’s love for gardening. Full details online.

Skills summer 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.

What type of employee do you require?
In response to industry feedback and demand, Landscape Ontario is gearing up to launch a new entrant recruitment and six-week training program for entry level staff that is planned to launch in July 2020. We are seeking feedback about your interest in participating in the program and your interest and availability to inform its design and delivery, so that it meets/exceeds your needs. Please complete this survey to share your interest in the program.

EIO Solutions webinar series, June 12
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.

Ganaraska Conservation RFQ due June 15
This Request for Quotes is an invitation to prospective contractors to provide written quotes for the renovation of garden beds and paths at the Town of Cobourg Water Conservation Garden. The garden is located on Lakefront Utility Services property. Get the full details online.

LO’s COVID-19 Task Force Town Hall Webinar, June 23
Landscape Ontario’s COVID-19 Task Force Town Halls are shifting to 5 p.m. Join in for the latest news and to ask the Task Force questions on Tuesday, June 9 at 5 p.m. Watch previous Town Halls or listen to the audio. Register for free online.

Toronto Chapter virtual Shop Talk, June 25
Landscape Ontario’s Toronto Chapter is pleased to host the next instalment of the popular Shop Talk Sessions. Just because we’re social distancing doesn’t meet we can’t still talk. No agenda, no guest speakers, just your chance to get together with fellow business owners to talk shop. Come hear about what your colleagues have done right and wrong, and how they learn from it! Register for the Zoom Meeting now.

Scholarship application extended to July 31
Ontario students enrolled in landscaping and horticulture programs have until July 31 to apply for a one of the many scholarships available from the Ontario Horticultural Trades Foundation and Cullen Family Scholarship Program. A full list and application form are available online at OHTF.ca.

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.

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.

Adopt-A-School Program Refresh Survey
The ‘Adopt-A-School’ Program is going through a refresh with the goal of doing just that! The program is intended to provide relevant supports to educators while also connecting employers to the future workforce. Please take this five-minute survey to inform how this program can best support your company and the development of future landscape horticulture professionals!

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.

Casting company seeks landscaper

Milo Casting is seeking landscapers outside of the GTA for a candybar commercial. Requirements: You are a landscaper who is currently working on site outside of GTA. Males and Females approximately 20-45 yrs of age. Open to all ethnicities. Must be able to be filmed at their worksite performing their daily duties. If you are interested, email info@milcasting.com.

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UPCOMING LO EVENTS

Toronto Chapter Talk Shop, June 25
LO’s COVID-19 Task Force Weekly Town Hall Webinar, June 23
Snowposium, July 28

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