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March 2020
Previous Issues
President's Message
A little bit of sharing can go a long way
By Dave Wright
You may not agree with sharing everything, but an employee that knows what is going on financially, can help pull things in the right direction.
Feature
Expanded GreenTrade Expo hits the mark
Two-day offers twice as much to both exhibitors and attendees.
2019 Ottawa Chapter Awards of Distinction winners
Winners of the Ottawa Chapter's Awards of Distinction were announced at an event on Feb. 12.
Association News
McMann recognized with Maple Leaf Award
Award presented Feb. 14 at RBC Place in London, Ont.
In memoriam — Bernie Langendoen
Bernard Andre Langendoen passed away Jan. 18, 2020.
2020 London Chapter Plant Symposium
Annual chapter event continues to draw large crowds of plant lovers in London, Ont.
Annual Growers Short Course provides wealth of information and ideas
Day-long event includes research updates and lots of production solutions.
In memoriam — Werner Kolb
Kolb's Green Thumb Nursery founder passed away at the age of 90.
Association calls for input on educational events
Potential speakers for various events can apply online.
Georgian Lakelands Chapter provides outdoor winter fun
Over two dozen people attended the fun mid-winter event that caters to those who enjoy getting outdoors in winter.
Professional News
Exciting new alliance for Communities in Bloom
Strategic alliance to deliver an orderly succession of directors and staff and sustain the integrity of the CiB Program.
Region of Peel no longer accepts grass clippings
The Region of Peel is advising residents and lawn maintenance contractors that grass clippings are no longer accepted.
Help to spread the Dig Safe message
April is Dig Safe Month in Ontario
City of Burlington now requires permit prior to tree removal
As of Jan. 27, 2020, anyone within the City’s urban boundary will need to apply for a permit and on-site consultation to remove a tree greater than 20 cm in diameter.
Executive Desk
Mentors lead through selfless contribution
By Tony DiGiovanni CHT
Where do mentors get their energy, passion and drive from?
Membership
A thank you to mentors
By Myscha Stafford
A good mentor recognizes your strengths, as well as areas that need improvement.
Underground World
Late locates are unacceptable
By Terry Murphy CLM
Get locate requests in early this spring in order to minimize any delay in starting work.
Prosperity Partners
Top five reasons your team isn’t engaged
By Jacki Hart CLM
So, why do so many company managers struggle with finding, engaging and keeping great team players?
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