LO enews March 18, 2020

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March 18, 2020

		Resources for LO members during COVID-19 The COVID-19 situation is unsettling. Most of our members are worried about their families, employees, customers and businesses just as the season is starting. Everyone is worried that we are entering a period of depression or recession that will quickly contract the market. It is good to know we have choices and actions we can take despite the dynamic nature of this COVID-19 issue. It is also good to know we are part of a horticultural community facing the same challenges together. In times like these, there are many conflicting and many times false messages in the media. It is important to get your information from credible sources. We suggest you take a break from the media once in a while. It is very easy to get overwhelmed. It is also important to talk about your fears to trusted friends. Problems tend to shrink a little when you share them. During this challenging period, please reach out to your peers to discuss the situation and to share ideas. Supporting each other is so important and helpful. Landscape Ontario has also compiled a list of resources for members to access during this challenging period. You can find it at HortTrades.com/covid-19-resources.
			Tony DiGiovanni Executive Director, Landscape Ontario

Canada Blooms 2020 cancelled

In light of the direction announced March 12 by the Ontario Chief Medical Officer of Health, Canada Blooms cancelled the festival, in compliance with the province’s direction to help reduce possible risk regarding the spread of COVID-19. If you purchased tickets to Canada Blooms online they will be refunded on the credit card you originally provided for payment. There is no further action for you to take.Covid-19. Full details are available online.

LO Winter Seminars cancelled

The remaining seminar season has been cancelled. Please continue to check our website for rescheduling updates.
Those already enrolled will be contacted directly. We thank you for your patience during this difficult time. Full details at HortTrades.com.

Spring LO Chapter meetings and events cancelled or postponed until further notice

Landscape Ontario events and meetings scheduled this spring have been cancelled or postponed until a later date. The Ottawa Chapter Meeting at Living Landscapes has been cancelled. Gear up for Spring has been postponed, with a date to be announced later. Visit HortTrades.com for more details.

Water Smart Irrigation Professional seminar cancelled

The WSIP training seminar scheduled for March 23 and 24 at the Landscape Ontario offices has been cancelled. Classes will be rescheduled at at a later date. If you have any questions, please contact: wsip@landscapeontario.com.

WSPS offers free Pandemic Policy tool

Under Occupational Health and Safety Act laws, employers have a duty to protect workers from known hazards, which may include pandemic flu and other infectious illnesses. One way to meet this obligation is to establish a company policy for handling outbreaks. Workplace Safety and Prevention Services (WSPS) has provided a free tool, titled, Model Policy on Pandemic Flu & Other Infections Illnesses, businesses can adapt based on government templates and best practices. Full details at HortTrades.com.

New LO Podcast features Adam Bienenstock

Adam Bienenstock and Bienenstock Natural Playgrounds are winning the war against screen time, one spectacular playground at a time. Here why connecting kids nature is so important to Adam and his team on the latest LO Podcast. Listen for free on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or online at L andscapeontario.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.