April 2018
President's Message
Attracting more applicants to our profession
The limiting factors to attracting labour to our profession.
Association News
Groomed slopes, happy members at Georgian Lakelands Chapter event
Members hit the slopes at the chapter's annual ski and spa day on Feb. 22
Milton celebrates seedy saturday
Community event draws over 200 people to LO's home office.
Manderley named one of Canada’s best
LO member recognized with national award.
Landscape pros get insight and ideas
Contractors and grounds professionals learn from each other and experts at annual event.
Plan now for winning awards photography
Tips for successful entries in LO's annual member awards program.
Canada Blooms donates flowers
Residents of Bendale Acres receive over 600 plants donated by annual flower and garden festival.
In Memoriam – Steven Rebelo
Owner of S. Rebelo Landscapes passed away Feb. 27.
In Memoriam – Paul Olsen
Founding member and past president of Landscape Ontario and CNLA has passed away.
Member Profile
Drawn to water
A profile of LO member, Genoscape.
Feature
Canada Blooms 2018 volunteers
Landscape Ontario would like to recognize the following individuals who contributed their time to plan, create, staff or remove the various feature gardens at this
Canada Blooms recognizes feature garden builders
Feature garden builders recognized at special awards night.
Canada Blooms 2018
The 22nd edition of Canada Blooms featured award-winning gardens, new trends, plants and product all in one place.
Ontario government pledges $1 million to tree planting campaign
Announcement comes in the Highway of Heroes Living Tribute feature garden at Canada Blooms 2018.
Executive Desk
Memories of Paul Olsen
Tony shares his memories of the late founder and industry leader.
Membership
Getting to know your LO president
The past, present and future with Warren Patterson.
Industry News
Tulip Festival welcomes festivals from around the world
Theme announced for the 66th edition of Ottawa's Tulip Festival.
Register your Garden Days activities online
2018 celebration runs June 16-24.
Grey to Green Conference coming in May
Annual conference gathers key players in green infrastructure sector.
Public Relations
Tips for success at home and garden shows
How to stand out in from other exhibitors.
Underground World
Canada Blooms does it again
ORCGA educates contractors and the public with a display at the annual 10-day event.
Prosperity Partners
How to stop babysitting
The need for a structured hiring and onboarding program and clearly defined company culture.