December 2020
President's Message
The wonderful world of podcasts
Coronavirus pandemic means sourcing out new ways to get new ideas and to learn.
Association News
Technology connects members across the province
First ever all-chapter meeting featured great speakers and networking forums.
Forest Ridge Landscaping takes health and safety to a new level
Mount Albert, Ont.-based company joins a list of some much larger construction companies who have also achieved the certification.
Annual Report goes digital
Annual Report covers association activities from Sept. 1, 2019 to Aug. 31, 2020.
Attend a sector group conference and access learning for one full year
Annual learning events for designers and turf pros scheduled for January 11, 2021.
Annual General Meeting goes virtual for 2021
Virtual format will be more accessible than in-person event.
Virtual Awards Ceremony coming in February
Winners to be announced online Feb. 4, 2021.
In Memoriam — Margaret Stinson
Margaret Stinson entered into eternal happiness Nov. 4, 2020.
Volunteer Profile
Industry involvement has been a big part of Gavin Dawson’s career
Turf management group chair is involved with many industry groups.
Scholarship Profile
Brent Wursten learns from others in the profession
Wursten enjoys using his knowledge and skills to transform and beautify outdoor spaces.
Feature
Advantages of a virtual marketplace
Who doesn't want to same time and money?
Congress Connect Conference schedule 2021
The 2021 conference features 30 sessions that can be accessed for one full year.
Congress Connect is a year-long experience
Registration is now open for Congress Connect — Landscape Ontario's year-long marketplace.
Professional News
Aurora Borealis named 2021 Plant of the Year by Canada Blooms
Rose is the latest release in Vineland’s 49th Parallel bred in Canada Collection.
Latest research projects featured online
Canadian Ornamental Horticulture Alliance (COHA) released its quarterly update online.
Canada Blooms cancelled for 2021
Decision was made due to the ongoing concerns surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic.
Changes to Fertilizer Act now in effect
Update aims to reduce red tape and provide more flexibility to industry while focusing on product safety and environmental protection.
Executive Desk
Remembering Neil Vanderkruk
Last month Neil passed away at home surrounded by family. He was 84 years old.
Membership
Enabling growth starts with mindset
Do you have a Fixed Mindset or a Growth Mindset?
Smart About Salt
The case for investing in training
Improving knowledge is one of the best ways to advance a career.
Prosperity Partners
Are you taking care of yourself?
It can be difficult for many entrepreneurs to find time for self care at the best of times, let alone in such an unprecedented year such as this.
