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September 2019
Previous Issues
President's Message
Association membership gives a 20x return on investment
By Warren Patterson
Financial savings are just one of the many reasons whey members continue to renew membership dues each year.
Member Profile
Laurie-Ann Stuart finds her true calling
By Kelli M. Maddocks
Owner of LA Gardens takes time to build relationships with clients and landscape pros.
Feature
Immigrants find opportunities in the landscape profession
By Indira Kannan
New Canadians have a lot to offer the landscaping profession.
Owners and staff can all benefit from attending Congress '20
Canada's largest landscape show and conference has something for everyone in the profession.
Association News
Oriole Landscaping hosts first “Let’s Talk Shop”
Landscape pros discuss learning from mistakes and get a tour of an efficient Toronto-area yard.
In Memoriam — Joe Kerr
Joe Kerr passed away peacefully in his home on June 11, 2019.
TLC Landscaping wins first ever London Chapter baseball tournament
Congratulations to all teams who participated this year.
Prepare for the winter ahead at Snowposium 2019
Single-day event for snow and ice pros to be held at Landscape Ontario's newly-renovated offices.
Ottawa Chapter golf tournament raises money for youth
Fun day supported by many sponsors helps to raise funds for Youturn Youth Services.
Top picks from 2019 Trial Garden sites
Annual open house at Guelph and Milton sites give attendees a look at how newest plant varieties performed this year.
Waterloo Chapter families enjoy a fun-filled day
Annual Family Day event held at Bingeman Park in Waterloo, Ont., on July 21.
Garden Centre Symposium leaves the Congress nest
New fall event to include lively discussions, dinner and award presentations.
Serenity garden opens for patients and staff
Milton Hort Society, LO members, donors and partners create a tranquil outdoor space for patients, families and staff to enjoy.
Professional News
Top landscape pros announced at 2019 National Awards of Excellence
Awards handed out for top landscape projects from across the country at an evening celebration in Abbotsford, B.C.
Bakker celebrates anniversary
Family owned, St. Catharines, Ont., grower marks 70 years of operation.
Ministry blitz to focus on silica dust and diesel exhaust
Respiratory hazards are the focus of a health and safety blitz this fall.
Return unwanted or obsolete pesticides for free
Temporary drop off locations across the province will be set up from Sept. 20 to Oct. 1, 2019.
Executive Desk
The new Landscape Ontario
By Tony DiGiovanni CHT
A look back at the humble beginnings of the LO home office.
Public Relations
Staying connected
By Denis Flanaga CLD
Some of the many connections and relationships Landscape Ontario maintains to promote members and their services.
Membership
Follow the LO brick road...
By Mycsha Stafford
Some tips to help you make the most of your LO Awards of Excellence entries.
Snow Liability
Battle of Evidence: The side with the best records often wins a slip and fall lawsuit
By Visnja Jovanovic
Keeping accurate records is the best way to win a slip and fall lawsuit.
Prosperity Partners
September Summit: The Peer to Peer Network signature event
By Jacki Hart CLM
Make the time to leave your business for two days and you'll be glad that you did.
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