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December 2018
Previous Issues
President's Message
Saying it in just a few words
By Warren Patterson
LO's recent strategic planning session produced a clear mission in simple, easy to understand language.
Feature
Explore the world of Congress ’19
A breakdown of the various educational offerings, special events and registration fees at Congress.
Elementary school students help design new playground
By Paige Parker
Students of all levels work with landscape pros to design and build a playground for the local community to enjoy.
Association News
Ottawa Chapter continues tradition of honouring Canadian Military
Longstanding tradition of honoring Canadian military continues.
Snow and Ice Operations Risk Management Guidelines released
A new document has been produced to help facilitate a consistent approach to risk management for common snow and ice maintenance operators.
London Plant Symposium to return in 2019
Popular event to include a marketplace, lunch and great speakers.
Contractor Showcase expands Congress education menu
LO member, Techo-Bloc will bring their North America-wide education program to Congress.
Lighting Conference to showcase latest products and technology
Annual event for seasoned contractors will take place Jan. 31, 2019.
In Memoriam – Peter Nielsen
Former ONTA president passed away Oct. 26.
Volunteer Profile
Phil Dickie: Gentleman volunteer
Proud LO member has devoted countless hours of service to the association and the Waterloo Chapter.
Professional News
Canada Blooms to inspire gardeners in 2019
Festival to take place March 8-17, 2019.
Time to earn recertification credits
Continuing Education Credits required to maintain certification status.
Executive Desk
Strategic plan for the future
By Tony DiGiovanni CHT
Clear association-wide goals exist for the next quarter-century.
Public Relations
Past, present and yet to come
By Denis Flanagan CLD
Changes faced by independent garden centres of the the years.
Membeship
Top Eight association topics of 2018
By Myscha Stafford
A look at what captured the headlines this past year.
Underground World
Who does more damage: homeowners or professionals?
By Terry Murphy CLM
An analysis of statistics over the past five years.
Prosperity Partners
The curious entrepreneur
By Jacki Hart CLM
The last in a series of skills required by successful entrepreneurs.
Annual Report
2018 Annual Report
A comprehensive look at association activities over the past year.
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