July-August 2017
President's Message
Vimy oak planted at LO home office
LO's home office in MIlton now boasts a Vimy oak from Connon NVK.
Happy 150th birthday Canada
Canada continues to be a country envied throughout the world.
Association News
Enduring distinction for Monica van Maris
Monica van Maris receives inaugural award named in her honour.
New equipment arrives at Parkwood
Parkwood Estates in Oshawa has brand new maintenance equipment thanks to a strong partnership.
Windsor Chapter unveils Legacy Garden
Founding members of chapter are forever recognized in garden.
International Landscaping adds HP campus to electric maintenance portfolio
Solar electric mower used to maintain property.
LO celebrates legacy of association and Canada
Day pays tribute to three founding members.
Community groups unite for Garden Days
Several communities organized events to celebrate our love of gardening.
Brookdale Treeland Nurseries to host Industry Auction Sept. 12
Day will begin with farm tours at 10:00 a.m.
Toronto Chapter bursary supports local greening projects
Committee selects 13 projects to share the $10,000 bursary funds.
Awards entry now open for LO members
More than 180 awards were handed out for exceptional projects in 2017.
LO dues invoices mailing mid-august
Members have option to pay online, over the phone or by mail.
Member Profile
The gods of water and light
Milton, Ont.-based Rain Gods provide quality lighting and irrigation to clients.
Feature
New Fusion Landscaping program
Apply now for this new certification program available only to members of Landscape Ontario.
Trial Garden update and open house information
A look ahead at the roses, shrubs, perennials and annuals in this year's Trial Gardens.
Summer events offer networking and fun
Networking continues in a more relaxed atmosphere.
Executive Desk
The “why” of membership
The many reasons why people belong to associations.
Membership
Moving beyond the GTA
LO members organize events that are held from one end of th province to the other.
Industry News
BugFinder app now available for Android
Released earlier this year on iOS, the BugFinder app is now available at the Google Play Store for Android devices.
Tour successful irrigation practices
IPPS area meeting and tour to run July 26.
Valleybrook sells Ontario operation to BTN
Original nursery in B.C. will continue to be owned and operated by the Schroeders.
Aeroplan miles can benefit families of veterans
Campaign to encourage Canadians to donate accumulated miles to the program.
New and young workers blitz
Inspections help to raise awareness about safety and rights of workers.
Supervisor awareness and accountability
Inspection blitz to focus on competent supervision.
Working outdoors poses many hazards
Tips and videos for outdoor workers on MOL website.
Interim report proposes sweeping changes to employment laws
An interim report proposes changes to Ontario's Employment Standards Act.
City of Vaughan requires landscapers to be licensed
The City of Vaughan requires all landscapers, pavers, fence and pool installers to obtain an annual business licence.
Special Section
Landscape Ontario Member Benefits 2018
Annual special section on the many benefits available to member companies of the association.
Public Relations
Former student members are now successful business owners
A look at how some successful business owners got their start.
Underground World
Employee retention helps everyone
A survey helps to identify the top reasons why employees move on.
Prosperity Partners
Measure only what you monitor, and monitor what you measure
Set aside a couple of days mid-season to ensure a solid finish to the year.
