May 2017

Keeping busy this season

There is still a lot of work to do on our end for Name Act success, but our collaboration with OALA is a key starting point for success.

Milton declares April Dig Safe Month

Milton Mayor helps to hoist Dig Safe flag.

STIHL hosts demo day at LO

GTA dealers offered a chance to learn about latest outdoor power equipment.

Ready for spring

Golden Horseshoe Chapter event draws over 400 landscape pros.

Canada Blooms and City of Toronto celebrate 10 years of donations

Kipling Acres residents give plants from flower show a new home.

Vimy Oak planting commemorates historic anniversary

Sunnybrook Veterans Centre marks 100th anniversary of historic First World War battle.

LO recognzied for water conservation

Award presented at Credit Valley Conservation's award gala on March 30, 2017.

More members WSIP-certified on water efficiency

Training program ran March 7-8 in Milton.

Protect yourself this season

Outdoor workers face a number of hazards from insects, the sun and toxic plants.

Everyday green practises for landscapers

How one company implements policies for a greener future

Gardens a big draw at Ottawa home show

LO member-built gardens wow residents of Ottawa area.

Our profession builds communities

Some LO members recently made their case in front of the Ontario Municipal Board, and won.

Lessons learned from membership

Membership lessons from a basketball coach.

Celebrating women of influence in our profession

A new award will recognize women who make an impact in the green profession.

Certification coming to Milton

Tests to be held June 17 and Oct. 21 at the Landscape Ontario home office in Milton, Ont.

Garden Days celebrations set for June 9-18, 2017

Weekend celebration expands to 10 days for 2017.

New guide for Ontario weeds

Resource available in both digital and print formats.

Latest plant breeder trends at CAST 2017

Annual event in California shows off new plants, packaging and marketing concepts.

Ontario minimum wage increasing Oct. 1, 2017

Hourly rate to go up to $11.40 per hour.

University of Guelph seeking alumni info

Newly-formed committee looking to keep records up-to-date.

Debunking the myths: Top five misconceptions about Apprenticeship

Top five misconceptions about Apprenticeship.

How are we doing?

Looking at data from the 2016 DIRT Report.

Just pick up the phone

Some helpful tips for communicating in a fast-paced world.