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February 2013
Previous Issues
President's Message
The outlook for 2013
By Phil Charal
Our industry seems to be surviving the recession quite well.
Feature
Congress theme looks at past, while revealing positive future
If the rest of 2013 follows the pattern set by Congress, then the landscape industry is in for a very good year.
Students talk about LO and Congress
Sean James of Fernridge Landscaping, Milton, teaches students at Mohawk College. He brought his second year horticultural apprentices from the college, giving them an assignment for a reading course.
Visitors give Congress rave reviews
Landscape Ontario magazine walked the floors speaking to attendees about how they felt about Congress 2013.
Congress 2013 volunteers
A great deal of appreciation goes towards the many volunteers who gave so generously of their time to help make Congress 2013 such a great a success.
Sponsors continue support of Congress
Sponsors continue support of Congress
Awards of Excellence reflects great pride in industry
Pride was very evident throughout the annual Landscape Ontario Awards of Excellence presentations at this year’s Congress.
In-Lite Design wins best booth award
Congress organizers present top awards to exhibitors at the show.
Timeless — what’s old is new again in LO garden
By Paul Doornbos
The theme of this year’s LO Canada Blooms garden reflects many things, the advancements of the horticultural industry over the years, the growth and development of our trade association, and the powerful message of sustainability.
Association News
LO member helps Guelph hospice beautify grounds
Two Guelph area charities, Pollination Guelph and Hospice Wellington, are eagerly anticipating the arrival of spring 2013, when everyone may enjoy the beautiful, pollinator garden planted earlier last fall on the hospice site in Guelph.
AGM reveals busy year
Everyone was in agreement at this year’s Landscape Ontario’s Annual General Meeting, held Jan. 9 during Congress, that the association had a busy year with many successful projects.
Designers handbook launched
At Congress the Landscape Designers Sector Group launched its brand new, hot-off-the-press Landscape Designer Manual.
New business guide available to improve safety system
A new guide, designed to assist in developing a health and safety system, is now available to members of Landscape Ontario.
New benefits added to large list of member discounts
Landscape Ontario members can take advantage of the many long-time discounts and a continually growing list of new available ones through the CNLA Members Savings Program
Moving huge rocks
Mackia Land Design in St. Agatha had the daunting task of moving two gigantic rocks over 180 km. Mackia’s Glen Keats says one rock weighed 90 tons, while the other was 28 tons.
Volunteer Profile
One conversation leads Van Dongen to volunteer position
It didn’t take Michael Van Dongen CHT of Van Dongen Landscaping and Nurseries in Hornby long to become fully involved in Landscape Ontario.
Special Section
Awards of Excellence winners 2013
The talents and creativity of landscape construction, maintenance and design contractors were celebrated at the Awards of Excellence gala on January 8, 2013 at Congress.
Celebrating 40 Years
Landscape Ontario celebrates 40 years - 2002
Growth and change have marked Landscape Ontario’s history, but pride in the association shines throughout. The year 2013 is occasion for special pride, as your association’s 40th year.
Industry News
Research may bring white elm back to streets
By Sean Fox
Many people today have little experience with the incredible canopy that the American, or white, elm (Ulmus americana) once produced over our cities and rural roads.
New program requires safety awareness training
New requirements will force employers to ensure that all workers and supervisors complete occupational health and safety awareness training programs.
Lawn care certification exam now available
The Landscape Industry Certified Lawn Care Technician exam is now available to members of the sector.
U. of G. research examines winter survival of green roofs
A new University of Guelph study shows growers how they can help green roof plants survive southern Ontario winters without unnecessary fertilizer costs.
Allison achieves certification first
John Allison is the first in Ontario to achieve Landscape Industry Certified Technician, Designer and Manager designations.
Letter To The Editor
Appreciation for Congress success
By Monica van Maris
I would like to thank everyone who gave of their time and provided great ideas to ensure the success of the Landscape Ontario 40th anniversary.
A challenge to take on squash champ
By Dan Clost
The Upper Canada Chapter is hosting its annual I Was There Squash Tournament in Picton, on Feb. 28.
Public Relations
Promote yourself
By Denis Flanagan CLD
It’s not bragging. It’s good business!
Safety And Training
Congress is great start to 2013
By Sally Harvey CLT, CLP
Congress 2013 was a fantastic, all-round success!
Membership
Best practices and lessons learned
By Helen Hassard
In January, I was fortunate enough to attend two great member networking events.
Underground World
Seminars prevent underground hits
By Terry Murphy CLP
Executing with efficiency and having your staff understand your business technical details contributes to your company’s success.
OMAFRA Nursery
Forest health review
By Jen Llewellyn
The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) hosts the Annual Forest Health Review in Orillia each fall.
Prosperity Partners
Great reviews for Effective Management Short Course
By Jacki Hart CLP
During Warm-up Monday in our Congress Week, the latest Prosperity Partners offering the Effective Management Short Course brought many new tools, ideas and group dialogue around the challenges of management.
OMAFRA Turf
Fall fertilization revisited
By Pam Charbonneau
Many of our turf agronomic practices need to be revisited to focus on minimizing the environmental impact on water quality.
Executive Desk
Celebration of life: Perry Molema
By Tony DiGiovanni CHT
I attended Perry Molema’s Celebration of Life tribute in December. Perry was a lifetime member and supporterwho tragically passed away in a car accident just before Christmas.
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