Vimy Oak

May 3, 2022

Paul Brydges changes image of industry to professionals

When Paul Brydges took on the duties as president of Landscape Ontario in 2016, he wanted to see the industry see itself as professionals.
Jan 14, 2019

Tree of remebrance

An opportunity to plant an oak seedling for the 100th anniversary of Armistice at Vimy, France and the chance to share the event with students.
Jan 1, 2018

Acorns from the battlefield

The Vimy Oaks Foundation promoting the memory and legacy of Canadians who fought in the First World War.
A newly-planted Vimy Oak from Connon NVK is surrounded by visitors at LO's Milton property.
Jul 25, 2017

Vimy oak planted at LO home office

LO's home office in MIlton now boasts a Vimy oak from Connon NVK.
Jul 15, 2017

Happy 150th Birthday Canada

Canada continues to be a country envied throughout the world.
LO members, staff and families celebrated Canada Day at home office.
Jul 15, 2017

LO celebrates legacy of association and Canada

Day pays tribute to three founding members.
(Seated L-R) Second World War veterans Lawrence Tomkins and Michael Boyer were present for a special tree planting in Toronto.
May 15, 2017

Vimy Oak planting commemorates historic anniversary

Sunnybrook Veterans Centre marks 100th anniversary of historic First World War battle.
Media, politicians and many others gathered at the Chinese Baptist Church in Scarborough for the ceremony and cutting process to begin the Vimy Oaks project.
Mar 15, 2015

Connon Nurseries NVK ensuring legacy of Vimy Ridge oaks

Vanderkruk and propagator at Connon Andrew Barbour are working to produce enough English oak trees to return to Vimy for the battle’s centennial in 2017.
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