Irrigation Conference 2026

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 4 PM
Landscape Ontario | 7856 Fifth Line S, Milton

Join your industry peers on February 24 for Ontario’s best irrigation conference!

This is your opportunity to connect with suppliers and industry professionals while learning about all the NEW products, services and technology that can help you run your business effectively and efficiently.

As a bonus, special BUNDLE pricing is available to attend both the Irrigation Conference AND the Landscape Lighting Conference (the day after on Feb. 25).

Secure your spot for both conferences with special pricing available until 11:59 p.m. on Feb. 6.

Irrigation Conference pricing:

LO Member: $90 (until midnight Feb. 6, 2026) | $110 after
Non-Member: $125 (until midnight Feb. 6, 2026) | $145 after
*plus applicable taxes

BUNDLE pricing (Irrigation and Lighting):

LO Member: $150 (until midnight Feb. 6, 2026) | $190 after
Non-Member: $220 (until midnight Feb. 6, 2026) | $260 after
*plus applicable taxes

Schedule:

8:30 a.m.	Registration and Exhibits
9:00 a.m.	Welcome
9:10 a.m.	WSIP Update
9:35 a.m.	Global Water Realities \| Bruce Taylor, Safe Water Social Ventures
10:25 a.m.	Break & Exhibits
10:50 a.m.	Blue Roof Technology \| Bruce Taylor & James Cowan, Credit Valley Conservation
12:00 p.m.	Lunch
1:00 p.m.	Create a More Predictable Lead Flow and Strengthen Sales Processes \| Edwin Pavy, Intrigue
1:35 p.m.	Rainwater Harvesting Pumps \| Rob Cooke, Vanden Bussche Irrigation
2:40 p.m.	Break & Exhibits
3:00 p.m.	PANEL: Future Trends, Residential vs Commercial \| Steve McCartney, Don McQueen, Roy Neves & Tyler Burnell
4:00 p.m.	Closing Remarks, Prize Draw and Exhibits

SPONSORSHIP AND EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES

Keynote Speaker:

Session 1: Global Water Realities

Bruce Taylor | Safe Water Social Ventures
Bruce will take us on a journey of the amazing projects they are doing around the world.

Session 2: Blue Roof Technology

Bruce Taylor and James Cowan | Credit Valley Conservation
Smart Blue Roof technology allows industrial, commercial, and institutional buildings to leverage flat roof surfaces as rainwater harvesting reservoirs, offering significant flood mitigation benefits and potable water savings. Enviro-Stewards and Credit Valley Conservation are prepared to share important outcomes from the construction and operation of smart blue roofs on their own properties. Additionally, the potential for active stormwater controls to enable irrigation as a logical application of rainwater reuse will be discussed.

Speaker:

Rainwater Harvesting Pumps

Robert Cooke, CID, CLIA, CWLM, CIC | Vanden Bussche Irrigation
Join us for a project driven discussion exploring the realm of Rainwater Harvesting Pump Applications we are seeing implemented in the GTA. From high rise green roof condominium applications, to low rise developments, we will look at the different products and design approach that can be applied to different applications. Following correct product specification, we will look at implementation, and ideas to help guide contractors to address common challenges. The goal will be to arm our members with ideas that can help them overcome significant obstacles to achieve project completion in this growing market segment.

Speaker:

Create a More Predictable Lead Flow and Strengthen Sales Processes

Edwin Pavey is a seasoned sales leader and Landscape Growth Consultant at Intrigue Media, where he helps landscape entrepreneurs create more predictable lead flow, strengthen their sales processes, and scale their businesses with greater confidence.

Speaker:

Future Trends in Irrigation: Commercial vs Residential

Steve McCartney | Raintree Irrigation & Outdoor Systems
Steve Hernandez | Groundhog Landscaping Ltd.
Roy Neves | DJ Rain & Co. Ltd.
Tyler Burnell | Burtro Lawn Sprinklers Ltd.

Our Speakers:

	Bruce Taylor \| Enviro Stewards, Credit Valley Conservation Bruce is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering and the founder of Enviro-Stewards, which is a Best for the World classified B Corporation, recipient of Global Compact Canada’s SDG Goal award, and the only Canadian company to win a Global SDG award. Bruce also authored the Engineering & Business school textbook: Sustainable Business: Insights from the field of Sustainability Engineering.Enviro-Stewards’ sustainability engineering work for Unilever, Gay Lea, Bimbo Canada, Maple Leaf Foods, Campbell Soup, Southbrook Winery, Andrew Peller, Maple Lodge, Dextran, North York General Hospital, 50 Food Processors, Smart Blue Roof, and Tim Hortons have each won national awards.Bruce also founded the safe water project in South Sudan that has won an international globe award and was featured in B the change magazine, MEDA magazine, and a TEDx talk.
	James Cowen \| Credit Valley Conservation As an Engineering Specialist in Credit Valley Conservation’s Integrated Water Management (IWM) team, James assists municipal partners with green stormwater infrastructure projects. Some of IWM’s projects include undertaking pilot studies of innovative stormwater technologies and concepts with the aim of developing strategies for responsible stormwater management and climate resilience.
	Robert Cooke, CID, CLIA, CWLM, CIC\| Vanden Bussche Irrigation Rob comes with 25 years experience in the irrigation industry, including active participation in many pump projects raging from small residential systems, to large multiplex pump stations in golf applications.
	Edwin Pavy \| Intrigue Media With more than 15 years of experience driving revenue across multiple sectors—including leadership over a $930 million financial services region, responsibility for 6,000+ client households, and overseeing a team of 93 financial professionals—Edwin has consistently ranked among the top performers nationally. Edwin brings a deep background in consultative sales, strategic planning, and performance management to the green industry. At Intrigue, Edwin works directly with landscape company owners who want to grow—whether that means unlocking more consistent inbound leads, expanding into new service areas, or building a stronger brand that stands out in crowded markets. He leads strategic conversations that uncover bottlenecks in lead generation, align marketing with revenue goals, and create long-term partnerships built on transparency, trust, and measurable results. Known for his clear communication style and ability to simplify complex growth challenges, Edwin brings a practical, results-driven approach to every engagement. His mission is straightforward: help green-industry leaders make smarter decisions, win better clients, and build businesses that thrive with clarity instead of chaos.

Sponsorship opportunities

TABLETOP PARTNERSHIP LO Member: $250 + HST \| Non-Member: $550 + HST Non-exclusive 6’ table top display space, in adjoining room to conference room (max. 6’ wide x 6’ height x 6’ depth) 1 complimentary registration for company representative – Additional reps are $40+ HST/ person (max. 4) Company name acknowledged on event publications, including website, and signage at the event Mention in one digital communication Opportunity to address audience at conference (maximum 2 minutes) Mention in presentation and introduction by MC of event at open of conference First right of refusal for Irrigation Conference 2027	BUY NOW
CONFERENCE SESSION PARTNER \| $350 Offered to confirmed Tabletop Partners first Sponsor of an education session – non-exclusive, maximum of 3 1 complimentary registration for company representative Opportunity to introduce speaker and opportunity to address audience (maximum 2 minutes) Company name/logo acknowledged on event publications, including website and signage at the event Mention in one digital communication Mention in presentation and introduction by MC of event at open of conference First right of refusal for Irrigation Conference 2027	BUY NOW
REFRESHMENT PARTNER \| $500 Non-exclusive, maximum of 2 1 independent sign with Company name & logo in refreshment area 1 complimentary registration for company representative Company name acknowledged on event publications, including website, and signage at the event Mention in one digital communication Mention in presentation and introduction by MC of event at open of conference First right of refusal for Irrigation Conference 2027	SOLD OUT
LUNCH PARTNER \| $1,500 Non-exclusive, maximum of 2 1 independent sign with Company name & logo in lunch area 6’ table top display space, in adjoining room to conference room (max. 6’ wide x 6’ height x 6’ depth) 2 complimentary registrations for company representatives Company name acknowledged on event publications, including website, and signage at the event Mention in two digital communications Mention in presentation and introduction by MC of event at open of conference Opportunity to address audience at lunch (maximum 5 minutes) First right of refusal for Irrigation Conference 2027	SOLD OUT

Event Sponsors:

LUNCH PARTNERS

REFRESHMENT PARTNERS

CONFERENCE SESSION PARTNERS

TABLETOP PARTNERS

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Landscape Ontario Membership Events Specialist, Chapter & Sectors
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	Bruce Taylor \| Enviro Stewards, Credit Valley Conservation Bruce is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering and the founder of Enviro-Stewards, which is a Best for the World classified B Corporation, recipient of Global Compact Canada’s SDG Goal award, and the only Canadian company to win a Global SDG award. Bruce also authored the Engineering & Business school textbook: Sustainable Business: Insights from the field of Sustainability Engineering.Enviro-Stewards’ sustainability engineering work for Unilever, Gay Lea, Bimbo Canada, Maple Leaf Foods, Campbell Soup, Southbrook Winery, Andrew Peller, Maple Lodge, Dextran, North York General Hospital, 50 Food Processors, Smart Blue Roof, and Tim Hortons have each won national awards.Bruce also founded the safe water project in South Sudan that has won an international globe award and was featured in B the change magazine, MEDA magazine, and a TEDx talk.
	James Cowen \| Credit Valley Conservation As an Engineering Specialist in Credit Valley Conservation’s Integrated Water Management (IWM) team, James assists municipal partners with green stormwater infrastructure projects. Some of IWM’s projects include undertaking pilot studies of innovative stormwater technologies and concepts with the aim of developing strategies for responsible stormwater management and climate resilience.
	Robert Cooke, CID, CLIA, CWLM, CIC\| Vanden Bussche Irrigation Rob comes with 25 years experience in the irrigation industry, including active participation in many pump projects raging from small residential systems, to large multiplex pump stations in golf applications.
	Edwin Pavy \| Intrigue Media With more than 15 years of experience driving revenue across multiple sectors—including leadership over a $930 million financial services region, responsibility for 6,000+ client households, and overseeing a team of 93 financial professionals—Edwin has consistently ranked among the top performers nationally. Edwin brings a deep background in consultative sales, strategic planning, and performance management to the green industry. At Intrigue, Edwin works directly with landscape company owners who want to grow—whether that means unlocking more consistent inbound leads, expanding into new service areas, or building a stronger brand that stands out in crowded markets. He leads strategic conversations that uncover bottlenecks in lead generation, align marketing with revenue goals, and create long-term partnerships built on transparency, trust, and measurable results. Known for his clear communication style and ability to simplify complex growth challenges, Edwin brings a practical, results-driven approach to every engagement. His mission is straightforward: help green-industry leaders make smarter decisions, win better clients, and build businesses that thrive with clarity instead of chaos.

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