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April 2019
Previous Issues
President's Message
Time to connect the dots
By Warren Patterson
Solutions to our labour challenge will not happen overnight.
Feature
Women, landscaping and opportunity
By Allan Dennis
More and more women are entering a profession previously dominated by men.
Families get a taste of spring at Canada Blooms
A recap of the 23rd edition of Canada Blooms held March 8-17, 2019.
Students and pros promote career paths at Canada Blooms
Landscape pros and apprentices team up to promote career paths at Canada's largest garden show.
Canada Blooms 2019 Feature Garden Builder Awards
A full list of winners of from Canada Blooms Industry Night.
Volunteers help to make Canada Blooms 2019 a success
Individuals and companies who helped with LO feature gardens at the 2019 flower and garden festival.
Association News
Arborist group recognizes Tony DiGiovanni with award
ISAO continues to benefit from work of Landscape Ontario's Executive Director.
Seminars generate off-site energy
Association pulls through on winter education courses despite home office renovation.
Snow didn’t stop the Grounds Management Lecture event
Annual lecture event leaves attendees wanting to learn more.
Eden Tree Design presented with coveted award
LO member receives highest marks for design in annual awards competition.
Exposition managers recognize MacRae
Trade show manager thanks her family and team and Landscape Ontario for their support.
In Memoriam - Hendrika van Wissen
Beloved wife of the late John van Wissen passed away March 6.
Georgian Lakelands Chapter Ski and Spa Day well supported
Over 30 landscape pros enjoyed a fun and relaxing day in the Blue Mountain area.
In Memoriam - Paul Windover
Second generation operator of Windover Nurseries in Petrolia, Ont., passed away March 22, 2019. He was 78.
Scholarship Profile
Fueling a passion to help others
Cullen Family scholarship recipient is working toward a career in horticulture therapy.
Professional News
Jamie Aalbers appointed new Growers’ Manager
Aalbers brings an extensive background in the ornamental horticulture sector to the position.
Contractor locate requests have gone digital
Lots of online training tools are available to help with transition.
Keeping workers safe from falls
A number of Ontario Ministry of Labour initiatives this spring are aimed at reducing injury and death from falls.
Garden Days coming this June
Annual celebration kicks off on National Gardening Day, June 15.
Executive Desk
Spring and renewal
By Tony DiGiovanni CHT
The idea of gardening as an environmental and social movement is catching on.
Public Relations
Busy as a March hare and mad as a hatter
By Denis Flangan CLD
LO chapters are busy participating in home and garden shows across the province.
Membership
Set your goals for 2019
By Myscha Stafford
Simple steps to help improve your business this season.
Underground World
Educating homeowners at Canada Blooms
By Terry Murphy CLM
Feature garden display helps to reduce the number of underground utility hits.
Prosperity Partners
Company culture part 1: Communicating and engaging your team
By Jacki Hart CLM
Clearly define your company culture with help from peers.
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