Toronto enews January 2, 2019

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January 2, 2019

		Headed to Congress next week? Get the app! If you are one of the 14,000 industry pros planning to attend Congress next week (Jan. 8-10), be sure to make the most of your time at Canada’s Green Industry Show and Conference by downloading the free Congress app. Connect with exhibitors, set reminders to attend specific conference sessions or free demos, plus get a full list of exhibitors, events and conferences right at your fingertips. Stop by the LO Resource Centre (booth 1410) just inside the main entrance (Hall D) to learn about the many benefits of membership in Landscape Ontario and check out the LO Peer to Peer Network Lounge. Full Congress details online at LOcongress.com or via the free Congress app.

Thieves target Boss plows
Beth Albert of Trailers Plus in Peterborough advises fellow LO members to be alert for plow thieves. She says Boss DXT plows have been stolen in December from her business, as well as companies in Powassan, Huntsville and Kitchener. According to Albert, police say the thieves are targeting the specific Boss model, and come with the proper hitch.

Toronto Chapter Meeting, Jan. 24
This free meeting at the Toronto Botanical Garden is for all maintenance company owners and managers. Meet with fellow maintenance pros to discuss a wide range of topics and issues. Please RSVP by Jan. 18.

2019 Certification Test Dates announced
The Canadian Nursery Landscape Association will be holding written exams for Landscape Industry Certification at Congress (Jan. 8-10), at Canada Blooms (March 8-17) and on June 22 and Sept. 21 in Milton. In addition, hands-on testing will also take place on the Milton dates. For more information, visit the CNLA website at cnla.ca/training/exam-info.

Volunteer at Congress and get free admission to the trade show and conference
Volunteer your time (or your staff) for a day at Congress 2019 and get full access to three days of the trade show and conference around your shifts (valued at over $250). Lunch is also provided on Jan. 8 and 9. To volunteer, complete the online Volunteer Form at LOcongress.com.

Post your available jobs at Congress
The Landscape Ontario job board at Congress is seen by thousands of industry professionals and hundreds of students. LO members can send a PDF of their posting by Jan. 3 or bring a paper copy to the LO booth at Congress for approval and posting. Full details at HortTrades.com/jobboard.

IPM Symposium, Jan. 7
Learn the latest techniques at this full-day event while earning six CECs from the IPM Council of Canada. Lunch included. Register online at LOCongress.com.

Landscape Designer Conference, Jan. 7
This full-day event includes informative speakers, lunch, supplier showcase and closing reception for design professionals. Register online at LOCongress.come.

Peer to Peer Workshop, Jan. 7
Landscape business owners should attend this interactive workshop that includes frank discussions, break-out sessions and networking with peers, all with the aim of making positive change in your business and making it stick. Register online at LOCongress.com.

LO Awards of Excellence Ceremony, Jan. 8
Get inspired by the talent and creativity of LO members as this year’s winners are announced during an fun, entertaining evening that celebrates excellence within the profession. Purchase ticket to this special event on Congress website at LOCongress.com.

Garden Centre Symposium, Jan. 9
Retail operators will learn about digital marketing at this year’s event that includes a networking lunch and Awards of Excellence presentations for the Garden Centre and Grower programs. Register online at LOCongress.com.

Contractor Lecture at Congress, Jan. 10
Landscape designers, contractors, architects and other professionals are invited to enjoy an afternoon of creative inspiration, education and networking. Includes light refreshments. Details online at LandscapeLecture.ca.

Lighting Conference, Jan. 31
Don’t miss this all-in-one event for lighting contractors, featuring a full-day of expert speakers, suppliers, new products and technology. Lunch included. Register at LightingConference.ca by Jan. 18 and save.

Irrigation Conference, Feb. 1
Get you and your staff prepared for the future of the irrigation profession in Ontario at this annual gathering that includes exhibitors, seminars and networking. Lunch included. Register online at IrrigationConference.ca by Jan. 18 and save.

Growers Short Course, Feb. 6
Register online by Jan. 30 and save on admission to the educational event of the year for the grower community. Includes breakfast, lunch, door prizes, informative speakers, research reports, new products, homegrown ideas and keynote speaker, Paul Pilon, Michigan’s very own production expert. Register online at HortTrades.com/growers-group.

Participate in the CNLA wage survey
Members of the landscape and horticulture profession are asked to complete a wage that will help employers, employees, and government to better attract new labour to the profession. Open until the end of February, CNLA has some tips on how to best prepare the required data. Read the tips and take the survey online.

Ski and Spa Day, Feb. 7
Enjoy a fun day on the slopes, a relaxing day at the spa, or both! A variety of flexible packages and sponsorship opportunities are available. Join the Georgian Lakelands Chapter for a mid-winter break that includes breakfast, activity and Après Ski party. Full details and online registration at HortTrades.com.

London Chapter Plant Symposium, Feb. 8
London Chapter and OALA present the return of this full-day of informative guest speakers, marketplace vendors, buffet lunch and door prizes for students, landscape pros and gardeners. Register online at HortTrades.com/LCPS-Registration.

AMA Root Smart. Visit us at Congress booth 2417

Unilock Contractor Expo 2019. Register now

LO SEMINARS


	Professional Development seminars 2018-2019 seminars are now online at HortTrades.com/seminars. Space is limited. View seminars online by topic, chapter, date or title, or view the Guide online. Government grant helps to pay for LO seminars. Find out more.

UPCOMING LO EVENTS

IPM Symposium, Jan. 7
Landscape Designer Conference, Jan. 7
Peer to Peer Network Workshop, Jan. 7
Congress 2019, Jan. 8-10
LO Awards of Excellence Ceremony, Jan. 8
LO Annual General Meeting, Jan. 9
Garden Centre Symposium, Jan. 9
Contractor Lecture, Jan. 10
Ottawa Chapter AGM, Jan. 23
Toronto Chapter Meeting, Jan. 24
Windsor Chapter Meeting, Jan. 24
Lighting Conference, Jan. 31
Irrigation Conference, Feb. 1
Growers Short Course, Feb. 6
Georgian Lakelands Ski and Spa Day, Feb. 7
London Chapter Plant Symposium, Feb. 8
Ottawa Chapter Awards of Distinction, Feb. 12
GreenTrade Expo, Feb. 13
Ottawa Chapter Design Build Challenge, Feb.13

Visit the Events page at HortTrades.com

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Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association
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With more than 2,500 professional members, Landscape Ontario is the province’s premier horticultural trades association. Our mission is to be the leader in representing, promoting and fostering a favourable climate for the advancement of the horticulture industry in Ontario.