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July 2010
Previous Issues
President's Message
The pros and cons of regulation
By Tom Intven
All of us, no matter the sector of our industry we operate in, face regulations every day.
Executive Desk
Public image and landscape professionals
By Tony DiGiovanni CHT
One of the central problems of our industry is the lack of public image and awareness.
Professional And Workforce Development
More jobs than skilled people to fill them
By Sally Harvey CLT, CLP
It is estimated that by 2031 our industry will need 77 per cent of our workforce to possess post-secondary credentials.
Public Relations
Backbone of the business
By Denis Flanagan CLD
F.H. Petersen was once the main contractor for the Weall and Cullen’s flagship store in North York, back in the 1970s and ’80s.
Systems For Success
Are superstars too expensive?
By Mark Bradley
In this month’s article Dan and Bill discuss the importance of recruiting and hiring the best people.
Association News
Expo 2010 promises exciting new features
Expo 2010 (formerly Garden and Floral Expo), now in its 11th year, has a new name which reflects a broader appeal to a larger segment of the horticultural and floral industries.
Kitchener venue for Snow and Ice Symposium
The huge success of Landscape Ontario’s Snow and Ice Symposium has resulted in it needing to find a larger home for the 2010 edition.
Web profile: Free marketing opportunity
Members of Landscape Ontario have a great opportunity to advertise their services to thousands of people free of charge.
LO member wins conservation award
Nathan Helder and his company Gelderman Landscaping received a 2010 Conservation Award, in the stewardship category.
Member Profile
Janet Ennamorato remembers when design was all about selling plants
By Allan Dennis
A career as a teacher was her plan. But as with many of life’s plans...
Industry News
Spending time in backyard is popular
Weather Network survey indicated enjoying the backyard is the most popular summer activity.
Industry’s rally helps save Ottawa horticulture program
The horticulture industry members in Ottawa are being credited with preventing Algonquin College from cutting its horticulture program.
Two Ontario projects part of sustainable sites study
Two Ontario projects are part of an international pilot project to evaluate a new rating system for sustainable landscapes.
Garden Tourism group needs members
The Ontario Garden Tourism Coalition’s (OTGC) mission is to put the province’s gardens on the map of public consciousness.
Traps to detect emerald ash borer
Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is using a new insect trap to detect and monitor the emerald ash borer (EAB) spread.
Ag Energy and university to develop solar technology
Ag Energy Co-operative is teaming up with the University of Waterloo to accelerate the research and development of a new solar photovoltaic (PV) technology.
Time to make mid-season airblast sprayer adjustments
By Dr. Jason S.T. Deveau
In June it’s about mid-season for many orchard, high-bush and nursery spray applicators. Some airblast sprayers have already put in over 100 hours.
Tornado damages greenhouses
A tornado hit the Leamington area in early June causing extensive damage to a number of greenhouse operations.
Membership
Meet your new membership and chapter coordinator
By Helen Hassard
Helen Hassard joins the LO membership team.
Feature
Questions to ask about succession planning
By Robin Wydryk
Years ago, most businesses would be passed on to the next generation. Today, that is only one alternative, and not necessarily the best one.
Greening highways in next phase
The busiest highway in North America is receiving a green make-over.
Chapter News
LO golf season offers many benefits
Landscape Ontario members are ready to enjoy another great season of golf.
Durham members improve historical site’s irrigation
Durham Chapter completed an irrigation project on the west lawns, gardens and the formal rose garden at Parkwood in Oshawa, the historical home of auto baron R. Samuel McLaughlin, founder of General Motors of Canada.
Gilda’s Club receives state of the art irrigation
Thanks to Earle Graham of Lakelands Irrigation of Elmvale and Rain Bird, Gilda’s Club in Barrie has a state of the art irrigation system.
LO apprentice emcees Breakfast with the Mayors
By Helen Hassard
Golden Horseshoe Chapter members and LO staff shared a time of pride during the Halton Industry Education Council’s Halton Apprenticeship Advisory Council (HAAC) Honour Roll Awards.
Letter To The Editor
Letter to the editor
By Cor Vanderkruk
With delight, I read your column (Prosperity Partners) in the June 15, 2010 issue of Horticulture Review. I found it to be truly professional and contributing.
LO Staff Profile
LO Staff Profile - Robert Ellidge
Web editor
OMAFRA Turf Report
Fiesta research update
By Pam Charbonneau
The broadleaf herbicide Fiesta (active ingredient iron in the form of FeHEDTA, 4.43 per cent) is very new to the marketplace.
Hort Protect
Savings plan for the disabled
By W. Michael Thomas, CFP, CLU, CH.F.C., R.F.P.
We are all familiar with RRSPs, and since 2008 with TFSAs and the benefits of each one. However, not many are familiar with the new Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP).
OMAFRA Nursery And Landscape Report
Biocontrol is alive and growing
By Jen Llewellyn
Highlights from the speaker program of the International Organization for Biological Control in the Americas.
Legal Issues
The Ontario New Home Warranty Program
By Robert Kennaley
Most of us have heard of the new home warranty, however, we may not understand how that program works.
Prosperity Partners
Prosperity is a company-wide benefit
By Jacki Hart CLP
Make the time to come in from the frantic pace of your business, and get a handle on your journey to prosperity.
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