October 2013

It’s more than saving money

It is so obvious to me that no matter if the company is big or small, there are enormous benefits to be a member of Landscape Ontario.

Snowposium continues education and networking opportunities

Annual Snowposium attracted over 200 conference attendees, exhibitors and trade show delegates.

Over 275 enjoy Chapter’s 25th annual chicken roast

Crew of volunteers cooked 300 lbs. of chicken.

Volunteers work to develop new landscape design exam

New exam expected to launch in January of 2014.

Landscape Ontario members celebrate National Tree Day 2013

Members took part in school and community activities, or donated trees and expertise to events.

A colourful welcome to Barrie Fair

LO member, LA Gardens was commissioned to create an entrance garden to the Barrie Fair.

New sales strategy takes an integrated approach

Greg Sumsion joins the Landscape Ontario team.

Sheridan wins second consecutive world title

Award was handed out at a gala dinner in Niagara Falls on Sept. 11

ORCGA holds its first expo at LO home office

First-ever Dig Safe Fall Expo, held Sept. 12 at Landscape Ontario.

Waterloo Chapter donation

$13,500 donation split between three charities.

Winter Pro Dev opportunities announced

2013-2014 LO Professional Development Guide mailed with this issue of Landscape Ontario magazine.

Event to connect educators precedes Garden Expo

Oct. 22 event aims to inspire connections between education and industry.

Last call for Awards of Excellence entries

Construction, Maintenance and Design program offers 41 categories for entry.

Late starter Peter Vanderley thrives on volunteer work

Vanderley says he has found a number of benefits from his time spent helping the association.

Urban Meadows knows timing is key to success

William Jordan traded a welder for a lawn mower at the age of 12.

Native beauty appreciated in John Verbinnen’s world

Nursery grower, John Verbinnen is a man of passion.

Perfect popcorn — and more — at Expo

Plant material will be in abundance at Garden & Floral Expo, Oct. 23 and 24.

Why should you renew your LO membership?

Association's membership renewal rate has been consistently over 90 per cent for many years.

What LO taught me

Membership coordinator shares some thought before moving on.

Asian long-horned beetle found in Mississauga

Pest confirmed in an industrial area near Pearson International Airport in Mississauga.

Humber launches project to conserve endangered trees

Efforts focused on preserving endangered butternut tree.

New operators must pass CVOR test

New rules take effect October 1, 2013.

Explore Prosperity Partners’ path

Exciting new program designed to help business owners succeed.

Revitalized Chapters

Enthusiasm, camaraderie and willingness to make our membership a success at the local level is alive and well.

Waterloo has greened many region schools

Chapter members have always been very supportive of greening schools.

Privilege to be member of LO

Bob Allen shares his reasons for belonging to the association for 40 years.

Find success with well-trained employees

Without well-trained and skilled employees, we are challenged to meet the needs of clients.

Dig Safe Fall Expo was a great success

Day of sharing and learning was a great success.