November 2018

Waste not, want not

A business owner is responsible for identifying waste in their business.

LO members can attend Congress ’19 for free

Free pass includes access to three live learning events.

Peer group carries out learning priorities for 2018

Business owners learn from three guest speakers and each other at two-day Muskoka Summit.

Georgian Lakelands Chapter members hit the greens

Members compete on the mini-links at Blue Mountain.

Growers tour operations in Niagara Region

Sold out tour visits nurseries, greenhouses and gardens.

Farewell to special volunteer Ivan Stinson

Outstanding volunteer passed away Oct. 4.

Strengthening the irrigation industry one litre at a time

Next certification opportunity will run in March, 2019.

Contractor lecture co-locates with Congress for 2019

Industry pros can learn tips for success from recognized individuals within the field.

Save the date for GreenTrade Expo 2019

Ottawa Chapter trade show will run Feb. 13, 2019.

Salt shortage a key topic at Snowposium 2018

Annual event provides the latest education, technology, products and issues.

Members invited to attend 2019 AGM

Members will get a recap of association activities and the opportunity to help determine future direction.

Strong values continue success for second generation

Larry Varlese at Valleyview Gardens in Markham, Ont., ensures second-generation business success by respecting the values and efforts of the generation before.

Kick off the new year with Congress ’19!

A preview of the educational offerings at Congress 2019 that are designed to help landscape pros become more successful.

International Plant propagators recognize Peggy Walsh Craig

2018 Award of Merit handed out at annual meeting in Newark, Delaware.

Vineland reports on latest innovations

Report on horticultural science aimed at improving production and products.

Help to build a strong agriculture labour force

Online survey closes Nov. 30, 2018.

A.M.A. Plastics rebrands as A.M.A. Horticulture

Company name change to reflect available solutions for horticulture professionals.

Labour shortage survey provides tips to employers

Results compiled from over 1,200 small and medium-sized businesses.

We’ve got your back

Business owners are able to help one another through participation in Landscape Ontario.

Does advertising to homeowners produce results?

The damage prevention industry looks at ways to reduce utility hits by homeowners.

It’s crunch time

LO home office staff continue through a busy season while located in temporary offices during the building renovation.

Show me the money!

The many benefits available to LO members could even help to save money for retirement.

Self reflection — a paradigm shift

To Millennial business owners, people are not a commodity.

2018 Foundation Report

A review of activities from the 2018 fiscal year.