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March 2012
Previous Issues
Feature
Canada Blooms will show visitors a garden they can have in their backyard
Since 1997, Landscape Ontario members have volunteered their time to support Canada Blooms, making it one of Toronto’s most successful events.
Chapter aims to re-plant Toronto
There is a critical need for landscape features in the densely-built urban core of Toronto.
GreenTrade continues to grow
By Martha Walsh
GreenTrade Expo continues to grow in importance among industry members as the trade show to visit in eastern Ontario.
Association News
Landscape lighting conference promotes industry improvement
Now in its third year, Landscape Ontario’s Lighting Conference attracted 100 participants and 13 exhibitors.
Klomp’s Landscaping helps students
Member supports outdoor classroom project of St. Marys District Collegiate and Vocational Institute.
Duo renovate 100-year-old courtyard
Additional donations required next year to complete the project.
In memoriam — John Bakker Sr.
John Bakker Sr. passed away on Feb. 7, 2012.
In Memoriam — Donald H. Cavan
Owner of Cavan’s Garden Centres in Mississauga and Erin passed away peacefully Jan. 31.
Waterloo Chapter donates blood to help community
Waterloo Chapter members are rolling up their sleeves to donate blood through the Canadian Blood Services Partners for Life program.
Weather smiles on annual Snow Day
Weather conditions were on our side with temperatures just below zero, with light flurries, when the Georgian Lakelands Chapter held its annual Snow Day.
Manderley Turf Products recognized for management
Manderley Turf Products was named one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies for 2011.
High score on certification test
Rob Tester scored 91 per cent on his certification exam to become a Certified Installer of Permeable Paving Systems.
Bienenstock part of CBC Live Right Now program
Bienenstock Natural Playgrounds announced its national partnership with the Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF), CBC, and Parks Canada, in the Live Right Now campaign.
Sherk donates beer labels to library
Larry Sherk, retired chief horticulturist at Sheridan Nurseries, was the focus of a recent Globe and Mail feature article.
Upper Canada hosts its first squash tournament
By Dan Clost CHT
The Upper Canada Chapter held its inaugural squash tournament on Feb. 15 at Belleville’s Harbour Fitness Centre.
Windsor Chapter project featured in magazine
Work by members of the Windsor Chapter to create a dream backyard for an 11-year-old girl, was featured in a city magazine.
LO joins PLANET in Day of Service
Landscape Ontario is joining with PLANET (Professional Landcare Network) to host the 4th annual Day of Service on April 20, 2012.
Growers Short Course increases attendance
Each year the Landscape Ontario Growers Group Short Course provides nursery growers with a chance to hear about the latest research and best practices in the industry.
Letter To The Editor
Letter to the editor - March 2012
By Terry Murphy
Some people can’t see something when it is staring them right in their face. Apprenticeship training is one such example.
Volunteer Profile
Lindsay Drake Nightingale appreciates volunteer opportunities
Coming into the horticulture field was a change of careers for Lindsay Drake Nightingale of Yorkshire Garden Services in Toronto.
Industry News
Three Ontario companies bring home national titles
Three Landscape Ontario members brought national honours to the association, winning four major awards in the National Awards of Landscape Excellence.
New online tool helps with employee hours
The Ministry of Labour has launched an online tool to help employers confirm and comply with specific rules concerning employee hours of work.
Independent contractors must register this year for WSIB coverage
Independent operators with no employees, who perform ‘construction’ work, have until Dec. 31, 2012 to register their business with the WSIB.
C. buxicola positive found in B.C.
Cylindrocladium buxicola (also known as C. pseudonaviculatum), commonly called box blight or boxwood leaf drop is a fungus that has been reported to occur on all Buxus species and cultivars.
Alternative plant promo for garden centres
By Colleen Cirillo
The Ontario Invasive Plant Council (OIPC) is a non-profit organization founded in 2007 to develop a coordinated provincial response to the growing threat of invasive plants.
Turfgrass symposium provides latest info
The 21st annual Ontario Turfgrass Symposium (OTS) brought together industry industry professionals, educators and researchers for two days, Feb. 22 and 23, at the University of Guelph.
Urban Tolerant Trees
Common hackberry is not grand, but it’s a survivor
By Thelma Kessel
You may know the common hackberry (Celtis occidentalis) as the brave little tree that survives parking lot islands, its pale lime leaves covered in weird bumps.
Membership
New social media sensation
By Helen Hassard
What’s the most popular social media referral site right now? Twitter? Facebook? Nope, according to online sources, and most of my social circle, it’s an addictive little website called Pinterest.
Turf Research
Field evaluation of biocontrols for leatherjackets
By Peter Purvis and Pam Charbonneau
A study to determine the efficacy of four bio-controls for the control of early instar leatherjackets larvae.
Smart About Salt
Managing your winter risk
By Bob Hodgins
Not much winter left — possibly — but the risks still exist as long as we are in the freeze-thaw period.
Contractors' Column
The Jekyll and Hyde phenomenon
By Arthur Skolnik
A few years back I met a landscape designer at Congress. Let’s call her Pam.
Public Relations
Lecture series provides insight
By Denis Flanagan CLD
The audience at LO’s annual Contractor Lecture series enjoyed two very insightful presentations by industry veterans.
Underground World
Are you helping yourself avoid underground damage?
By Terry Murphy CLP
A wise man once said, “If you sit and do nothing, then don’t expect results.”
Executive Desk
Management and wisdom are tools
By Tony DiGiovanni CHT
It is intriguing how much can be communicated using a few words, a short story, song lyric, or well chosen image.
President's Message
The re-birth of Canada Blooms
By Phil Charal
I find it hard to believe that the Canada Blooms flower and garden festival will be embarking on its 16th annual event this year.
Prosperity Partners
How do we navigate the uncertainty of 2012?
By Jacki Hart CLP
An unprecedented number of Prosperity Partners business owners are coming back looking for advice on the current reality.
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