March 2020

Previous Issues
President's Message

A little bit of sharing can go a long way

By Dave Wright
You may not agree with sharing everything, but an employee that knows what is going on financially, can help pull things in the right direction.
Feature

Expanded GreenTrade Expo hits the mark

Two-day offers twice as much to both exhibitors and attendees.

2019 Ottawa Chapter Awards of Distinction winners

Winners of the Ottawa Chapter's Awards of Distinction were announced at an event on Feb. 12.
Association News

McMann recognized with Maple Leaf Award

Award presented Feb. 14 at RBC Place in London, Ont.

In memoriam — Bernie Langendoen

Bernard Andre Langendoen passed away Jan. 18, 2020.

2020 London Chapter Plant Symposium

Annual chapter event continues to draw large crowds of plant lovers in London, Ont.

Annual Growers Short Course provides wealth of information and ideas

Day-long event includes research updates and lots of production solutions.

In memoriam — Werner Kolb

Kolb's Green Thumb Nursery founder passed away at the age of 90.

Association calls for input on educational events

Potential speakers for various events can apply online.

Georgian Lakelands Chapter provides outdoor winter fun

Over two dozen people attended the fun mid-winter event that caters to those who enjoy getting outdoors in winter.
Professional News

Exciting new alliance for Communities in Bloom

Strategic alliance to deliver an orderly succession of directors and staff and sustain the integrity of the CiB Program.

Region of Peel no longer accepts grass clippings

The Region of Peel is advising residents and lawn maintenance contractors that grass clippings are no longer accepted.

Help to spread the Dig Safe message

April is Dig Safe Month in Ontario

City of Burlington now requires permit prior to tree removal

As of Jan. 27, 2020, anyone within the City’s urban boundary will need to apply for a permit and on-site consultation to remove a tree greater than 20 cm in diameter.
Executive Desk

Mentors lead through selfless contribution

By Tony DiGiovanni CHT
Where do mentors get their energy, passion and drive from?
Membership

A thank you to mentors

By Myscha Stafford
A good mentor recognizes your strengths, as well as areas that need improvement.
Underground World

Late locates are unacceptable

By Terry Murphy CLM
Get locate requests in early this spring in order to minimize any delay in starting work.
Prosperity Partners

Top five reasons your team isn’t engaged

By Jacki Hart CLM
So, why do so many company managers struggle with finding, engaging and keeping great team players?
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