Apr 15, 2012
New ending — new beginnings
As the winter (such as it was) winds down, it is time to start thinking about what we need to do to close off this winter and prepare ourselves for next winter.
Mar 15, 2012
Managing your winter risk
Not much winter left — possibly — but the risks still exist as long as we are in the freeze-thaw period.
![The end result after snowfall.](https://assets.landscapeontario.com/assets/1590934413.rock_salt_driveway_02-web.jpg)
Dec 15, 2011
Rock salt doesn’t melt anything!
In my course Smart about Salt Essentials Training I conduct an experiment using a cold plate, where I simulate a frosting situation in the classroom.
![](https://assets.landscapeontario.com/assets/1590930514.snowposium_LO_overhead-web.jpg)
Dec 15, 2011
Snow and Ice event returning home
The Snow and Ice Sector Group will hold its annual symposium and trade show on September 20, 2012.
Oct 15, 2011
New guidelines on the way to help snow operators
Research is currently underway to determine a standard for winter maintenance on parking lot applications.
Jul 15, 2011
Snow in July?
Snow in July? Nope, it’s all about snow in September! Each fall, Landscape Ontario holds a snow and ice symposium, which is typically a sold-out event.
Jun 15, 2011
Interim salting report released
Research project aims to develop a better understanding of the conditions that influence the effectiveness of commonly used deicing and anti-icing treatments for parking lots and sidewalks.
Nov 15, 2010
Standards needed in winter maintenance contracts
Last year we revisited risk management under the winter maintenance contract. In doing so, we cautioned that an insurance crisis would soon be upon us.