September 2017

A memorable summer once again

Unpredictable weather and one of the busiest summers on record was not without its challenges.

New plants on display at annual open house

Guided tours of sites at GTI and LO give industry a look at new and exciting plants.

Battle on the ball diamonds

Seven teams compete for top spot at Richmond Green ball diamonds.

Nathan Helder named president of condominium group

Two-year term themed "Grassroots Leads to Relevancy."

Growers Group hires Jeanine West

New Grower Technical Analyst to support sector group.

New member wins equipment from Makita

Congratulations Georgian Lakelands Chapter member, Ray's Tree Service.

Aura wins entrepreneur award in Niagara

St. Catharines, Ont.-based LO member Scott Duff recognized at awards evening.

Free leaf blower training video

Training video reminds equipment operators of best practices when working in residential areas.

LO members help to green Westport Harbour

Green Street Challenge held June 30.

Chapter unveils rehabilitation garden at Hamilton General

Hospital staff are excited about new garden to help with patient rehab and recovery.

Enter awards by Oct. 1

The "Heat is On" LO members to enter before the submission deadline.

Ottawa Chapter raises over $10,000 for CHEO

By: Martha Walsh

Proceeds from annual golf tournament benefit Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario Foundation.

LO members win National Awards in 2017

International Landscaping and Garden Grove Landscaping recognized for excellence within Canada.

Garden Grove wins major awards at Montreal symposium

Brothers David and Paul Lammers recognized for excellence and safety.

In Memoriam — Wray Williams

Wray Wiliams passed away peacefully on Aug. 5, 2017.

Benefits of a great relationship

A landscape architect and landscape contractor work toward a common goal.

Landscape profession prepares for minimum wage increase

Landscape profession reacts to Bill 148.

LO members celebrate Canada 150

Unique initiatives all stem from a passion for landscape, plants, horticulture and enjoying the outdoors.

In praise of living landscapes

The environmental, energy, health and economic benefits of the green profession.

Five reasons why you should attend a chapter meeting this season

Free meetings have many advantages for your business.

On the road again

Spreading the LO membership message this summer.

Program helps students to build new outdoor garden

Ribbon cutting ceremony in Guelph celebrates the hard work of 15 students.

Tour highlights innovative water management practices

Plant Propagator Society members visit growers and hear from industry experts.

Congress ’18 pre-show education announced

Line up offers something for all landscape sectors.

Health Canada approves glyphosate

Products are not a health concern when used according to the label.

Lawn care certification exam

Written-only exam consists of 100 multiple choice questions.

Letter Fair Workplaces and Better Jobs Act, Ontario

Jay Murray breaks down the cost implications of coming changes to the average landscape business owner.

Small investment with enormous returns

Membership in ORCGA is a great value.

Lead your business and your people Peer To Peer Network Muskoka Summit

An outline for this year's two-day summit in Muskoka, Ont.