January 2025

Previous Issues
President's Message

Grow, learn and thrive together

By Ed Hansen
As we look ahead, let’s commit to facing this year with positivity, collaboration and purpose.
Association News

Toward belonging: Building a diverse and healthy profession

By David Milne
The LO provincial board of directors and staff are committed to creating a profession that is inclusive, diverse and equitable.

Landscape Ontario showcases green careers at events across the province

Landscape Ontario participated in 10 events across the province to showcase careers in landscape horticulture.

Members donate toys for kids

Toronto Chapter partners with the Marner Assist Foundation to help children have a better Christmas.

Ottawa Chapter Day of Tribute celebrates 20 years of honouring heroes

Perfect fall day provided ideal conditions for the crew to enhance the beauty of the grounds prior to Remembrance Day ceremonies.
Volunteer Profile

Sarah Beckon wants you to join the grounds management sector group

By Julia Harmsworth
Grounds Management Sector Group representative is working hard to get Grounds Management off the ground.
Scholarship Profile

Kendra Motz aims to foster well-being and curiosity with others

Motz plans to develop innovative programming that can creatively engage youth in the horticulture industry.
Member Profile

Windsor's Plantscape: A duty to a legacy

By Julia Harmsworth
Since its founding in 1976, the company has grown to provide outdoor maintenance, landscape design and build, and snow and ice management services.
Feature

Tony's Forever Forest

By Mark Cullen
Grove of 70 trees planted to recognize the vision and efforts of Tony DiGiovanni.

Accident on purpose: When fate makes you a force to be reckoned with

Francis joins the Landscape Ontario Podcast to share her story about embracing life’s challenges with an open heart.
Professional News

Ontario supporting women and families in the trades

New legislation could provide job-protected parental leave for adoptive parents and parents through surrogacy.

Industry leaders to gather in North Carolina this February

2025 CNLA Leadership Summit will take place on Feb. 5 in Clayton, N.C.

Associations in Atlantic Canada sign Harmonization Agreement

Agreement unites three associations to share staff and resources, benefiting their members.
Executive Desk

New strategic plan will take us to 2030

By Joe Salemi
Landscape Ontario recently completed a journey to update our strategic plan to help guide the focus of our energy and attention for the next five years.
Membership

Which benefits do LO members value most?

By Evan Dickson
A dive deeper into the top three benefits according to LO members.
The Ground Up

Rooted in efficiency: The lean landscaping advantage

By Glenn Curtis
Lean management principles, particularly the 5S methodology, offer a powerful framework for streamlining operations, eliminating waste and delivering exceptional results for clients.
Social Snapshot

Stay connected with Congress year-round

By Christine Javier
Whether you’re an exhibitor, consultant or industry professional, the new Congress social channels will keep you informed, inspired and connected with everything Congress has to offer.
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