September-October 2025
President's Message
Reflections of gratitude
Seeing firsthand the craftsmanship, innovation and dedication that goes into every project has deepened my appreciation for what we do.
Association News
Enter your best work by October 1
Annual member recognition program has dozens of categories spanning the construction, maintenance, design, lighting, interior plantscape and irrigation sectors.
Snowposium enjoys growing support
Snow and Ice Management Sector Group would like to thank the many sponsors who supported the conference, trade show and VIP night.
Beyond the office: Landscape Ontario staff engage with members
Home office staff toured the facilities of three member companies for their annual field day.
Leadership of Snips Landscape recognized by industry peers
Kristi DeLima was recently honoured with a 2025 Mighty Oak Award, recognizing her exceptional leadership and achievements in the landscape industry.
Mercedes Strachan recognized with show industry award
Landscape Ontario trade show coordinator received the Emerging Leader Award at an awards ceremony in Fredericton, N.B.
Bill DeLuca named 2025 Distinguished Business Person of the year
Aldershot Landscape Contractors co-founder and past-president to be honoured Oct. 9.
Toronto Chapter bursary program supports local initiatives
This year, nearly $13,000 has been distributed to support a wide range of worthy projects and initiatives in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
Landscape Ontario unveils enhanced virtual Pesticide Technician Program
New portal offers users a streamlined and efficient online experience to provide members with greater control over their technician cards and accounts.
Volunteer Profile
Meet Landscape Ontario’s lifelong landscape architect
Collaboration is what initally attracted the head of Burlington-based SDG Landscape Architects to Landscape Ontario decades ago.
Member Profile
Guelph’s Royal City Nursery leads with learning
The third-generation full-service garden centre is also well known for its social media presence and various education tools.
Feature
Spotted Lanternfly: Protecting the landscape from an emerging threat
Plant pathology and physiology expert Jeanine West talks Spotted Lanternfly in the latest Landscape Ontario podcast.
Professional News
Unilock offering scholarships to Ontario landscape students
Program offers the next generation of landscape architects, construction professionals and designers the opportunity to apply for a $5,000 scholarship to help pay for education expenses.
2025 National Awards of Landscape Excellence winners announced
The 22nd annual National Awards of Landscape Excellence (NALE) winners were announced Aug. 12 during a special gala at Delta Hotels Regina in Saskatchewan.
Executive Desk
Shifting the paradigm on road salt
A recent study supports the case for implementation of Limited Liability Framework in Ontario.
Membership
London Chapter: A shining example of the Landscape Ontario community
Chapter's leadership role in multi-year projects and initiatives has resulted n lasting memorials and tranquil outdoor spaces to benefit members of the local community.
The Ground Up
Budget vs. reality: Are you profitable or just busy?
A packed schedule can give the illusion of success, but without checking in on actual numbers you might be running hard in the wrong direction.
Social Snapshot
Boosting posts vs. ads: What you need to know
What’s the difference between boosting a post and running a custom ad on Meta?
Grow Success Story
Beyond the garden: David Milne and the power of apprenticeship
David Milne is making a deep impact by helping create tangible pathways for the next generation of professionals.