May 2018

Previous Issues
President's Message

A lesson from the farm

By Warren Patterson
Marketing a profession to the next generation of landscape professionals.
Member Profile

Making the right choices for 35 years

By Robert Ellidge
Member profile on Total Gardening Services of Guelph, Ont.
Feature

Certification supports stronger growth and career opportunities

By Adam Braun
Certification is a critical step for anyone pursuing a career in the green profession.
Association News

First Women in Landscaping event

Grass-root movement aims to welcome, support and inspire others on the many career paths available.

Toronto Chapter supports community projects across the GTA

Toronto Chapter provides financial support to a number of community greening projects.

Golden Horseshoe Chapter gets ready for spring

Over 400 professionals attended annual chapter event.

Connon CBV preps contractors for spring

Two-day open house included special guest speakers on a number of topics.

LO Chapters provide financial support to next generation of professionals

Regional scholarships available in addition to Founation and Cullen Family programs.

NVK Holdings to host Industry Auction Sept. 13

Annual auction and awards will take place in Dundas, Ont.

In memoriam - Tracy Eastman

Tracy Eastman passed away on April 9.

Volunteers unite to clean up the park for Earth Day

Earth Day weekend sees volunteers unite for annual Clean Up the Park Day.
Scholarship Profile

Jana Freeman appreciates native plants

Jana Freeman enjoys the challenge of reintroducing native plants into the landscape.
Industry News

Six tips for spring safety

Working outdoors in spring brings many potential dangers.

Hire a youth and get up to $2,000

Government announces financial incentives for using youth employment services.
Executive Desk

The power of story

By Tony DiGiovanni CHT
How clearly are you marketing your products and services?
Public Relations

Three approaches to a membeship makeover

By Denis Flanagan CLD
Different methods are being used to attract new members to the association.
Membership

Mental health in the workplace

By Myscha Stafford
Canadian Mental Health Week runs May 7-13.
Underground World

2016 vs. 2017: No change in utility hits

By Terry Murphy CLM
Green industry still accounts for 15 per cent of all utility hits in Ontario.
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