January-February 2026

Association News

Building a culture of safety

Ontario One Call and Landscape Ontario partner to promote safe excavation.

Ceremony held for new training facility

Groundbreaking ceremony held to officially mark the start of construction on a new, 24,000-square-foot training facility.

More funding for students and community projects

LO’s Ottawa Chapter, Muskoka North Chapter and Landscape Designers Sector Group have all allocated new funds to support students and local community projects in 2026.

Restoring a place of peace

By: Jon Durzi

Toronto Chapter members teamed up with Trees for Life and the Green Cities Foundation to renovate the garden at Dorothy Ley Hospice in Etobicoke, Ont.

In Memoriam — John Lavoie

With heavy hearts we share the passing of John Lavoie.

Volunteer Profile

From office to outdoors: Jim Edmonds’ years of dedication to the landscape industry

By: Gail Pope

When Jim Edmonds started his professional career, it had nothing to do with the outdoors.

Feature

Landscape Ontario Podcast delivers insights, ideas and inspiration

Each month, the Landscape Ontario Dodcast features real conversations with people shaping Canada’s landscape and horticulture industry.

Come Alive Outside Design Challenge connects students, community and industry

By: Julissa Litterick

United goal to create outdoor spaces that invite children to connect with nature.

Professional News

Landscape students at St. Clair College plant 900 trees

Oct. 21 event was part of Planting for Tomorrow through the Trans Canada Trail campaign.

TFW program reinstates proof of advertising requirement in 2026

New requirements for employers submitting LMIA applications for primary agriculture positions after Dec. 31, 2025.

Executive Desk

A grateful look back and a bold leap forward

By: Joe Salemi CAE

As we turn the page on the calendar, the January issue always serves as a unique vantage point. Before we look forward, we must acknowledge the ground we gained in 2025.