November-December 2026

Are we seen as a commodity or a profession?

By: Lindsey Ross

When we talk about advancing our industry, we usually mean better plants, better products and better techniques. But there’s another kind of advancement that shapes

Landscape Ontario staff connect with members in Niagara and Halton

On July 13, Landscape Ontario (LO) staff hit the road for their annual field trip to explore members’ hard work firsthand and connect with the

Don’t miss Landscape Ontario Congress 2027

Mark your calendars for Jan. 12-14, 2027, as Landscape Ontario Congress returns to the Toronto Congress Centre for three days of education, networking and industry

Trial Gardens: New look, same excitement

Landscape Ontario saw a wonderful turnout of more than 60 people for the annual Trial Gardens open house on the morning of Aug. 20. The

Taking the leap: How Jennifer Davies continues to make her mark in the industry

By: Gail Pope

Jennifer Davies didn’t realize a dinner conversation in 2003 would change the trajectory of her career. As Davies sat at the table with her stepfather,

It started with a dream

By: Tony DiGiovanni and Karina Sinclair

How a 36-year vision led to a world-class training centre for the landscape trades In 1990, the Landscape Ontario (LO) Provincial Board of Directors tasked

New book explores the woody flora of historic Toronto cemetery

In the spring of 2026, long-time Toronto garden writer and photographer Janet Davis published her book Trees & Shrubs of Mount Pleasant Cemetery to coincide

Building where the sector is headed

By: Joe Salemi

I have spent more than two decades in this industry and cannot remember a time when I felt more optimistic about where landscape horticulture is

Build your business by engaging with Landscape Ontario

By: Gail Pope

As a business manager or owner, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and isolated in an industry filled with constant decisions and roadblocks. Through LO, however,

What if the problem isn’t the problem?

A missed delivery, an unexpected callback or a project that exceeds its labour budget. When a problem occurs, we correct it immediately to keep work

How a pandemic layoff led to a career in landscaping

For many industries, the COVID-19 pandemic was an abrupt and devastating turning point. Between the sudden shift to virtual workspaces and the mandatory closure of