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May 2017
Previous Issues
President's Message
Keeping busy this season
By Paul Brydges
There is still a lot of work to do on our end for Name Act success, but our collaboration with OALA is a key starting point for success.
Feature
Gardens a big draw at Ottawa home show
LO member-built gardens wow residents of Ottawa area.
Everyday green practises for landscapers
By Kimberly Khoury
How one company implements policies for a greener future
Protect yourself this season
Outdoor workers face a number of hazards from insects, the sun and toxic plants.
Association News
More members WSIP-certified on water efficiency
Training program ran March 7-8 in Milton.
LO recognzied for water conservation
Award presented at Credit Valley Conservation's award gala on March 30, 2017.
Vimy Oak planting commemorates historic anniversary
Sunnybrook Veterans Centre marks 100th anniversary of historic First World War battle.
Canada Blooms and City of Toronto celebrate 10 years of donations
Kipling Acres residents give plants from flower show a new home.
Ready for spring
Golden Horseshoe Chapter event draws over 400 landscape pros.
STIHL hosts demo day at LO
GTA dealers offered a chance to learn about latest outdoor power equipment.
Milton declares April Dig Safe Month
Milton Mayor helps to hoist Dig Safe flag.
Industry News
Latest plant breeder trends at CAST 2017
Annual event in California shows off new plants, packaging and marketing concepts.
New guide for Ontario weeds
Resource available in both digital and print formats.
Ontario minimum wage increasing Oct. 1, 2017
Hourly rate to go up to $11.40 per hour.
University of Guelph seeking alumni info
Newly-formed committee looking to keep records up-to-date.
Garden Days celebrations set for June 9-18, 2017
Weekend celebration expands to 10 days for 2017.
Certification coming to Milton
Tests to be held June 17 and Oct. 21 at the Landscape Ontario home office in Milton, Ont.
Executive Desk
Our profession builds communities
By Tony DiGiovanni CHT
Some LO members recently made their case in front of the Ontario Municipal Board, and won.
Public Relations
Celebrating women of influence in our profession
By Denis Flanagan CLD
A new award will recognize women who make an impact in the green profession.
Membership
Lessons learned from membership
By Myscha Stafford
Membership lessons from a basketball coach.
Apprenticeship
Debunking the myths: Top five misconceptions about Apprenticeship
By J. Alex Gibson
Top five misconceptions about Apprenticeship.
Underground World
How are we doing?
By Terry Murphy CLM
Looking at data from the 2016 DIRT Report.
Prosperity Partners
Just pick up the phone
By Jacki Hart CLM
Some helpful tips for communicating in a fast-paced world.
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