July-August 2026
President's Message
A trade we won’t make
In my previous column, I promised this one would make the case for where Landscape Ontario (LO) is heading from a governance perspective. Time to
Association News
New partnership to promote electrical safety in the landscape trades
Josie Erzetic, president and CEO of Electrical Safety Authority (left) and Joe Salemi, executive director of Landscape Ontario, signed the agreement on May 11, 2026.
Landscape Ontario relocates historic Vimy oak
Landscape Ontario’s (LO) historic Vimy Ridge oak tree was recently relocated to accommodate development on the Milton, Ont., property. Donated to LO by Connon Nurseries
Make the most of your visit to Snowposium 2026
Winter may still be months away, but for snow and ice professionals, preparation for a harsh Canadian winter begins at Snowposium 2026. Hosted by Landscape
Member Profile
Jeremy Kirkham has a passion for snow management
Building a connected, standardized snow industry By Gail Pope Proper winter management is the invisible shield that prevents life-threatening accidents, ensures vital accessibility and keeps
Feature
Jose Melo: A life built in stone
By Tony DiGiovanni In early 2026, the landscape profession lost one of its true originals. For decades, Jose Melo, founder of Melo Landscaping and Allstone
Professional News
Save the date: Congress 2027
Landscape Ontario’s Congress Trade Show and Conference will return to the Toronto Congress Centre in Toronto, Ont., Jan. 12-14, 2027. As Canada’s largest and longest-running
Ontario minimum wage set to become second highest in Canada
The Ontario government is increasing the general minimum wage from $17.60 to $17.95 an hour on Oct. 1, 2026. The annual increase is tied to
Everyday powerline safety tips for landscape professionals
By Patrick Falzon Powerline safety advisor and code specialist, Electrical Safety Authority Whether maintaining properties, installing hardscapes, pruning trees or operating heavy equipment, landscapers regularly
Spotted lanternfly: See something? Say something!
Be on the lookout for Spotted Lanternfly. Pictured here is the pest at the nymph stage (right) and adult stage (left). By Ree Laforet Spotted
Executive Desk
The season that doesn’t wait
Most companies in the landscape industry have a predictable work schedule. Lawn care ramps up in May, plants go in the ground in early June
Membership
Save big with membership
Running a landscaping business comes with ongoing expenses, from fuel and materials to essential gear like work boots — and those costs can really add
The Ground Up
Conquer winter
Systems that create calm when the season delivers its worst Commercial snow has a way of exposing the truth about a company. In the landscape
Special Section
Snowposium Snow Guide 2026
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