December 3, 2019
Save money and expand your knowledge at Congress 2020
In order to succeed, green professionals are constantly required to increase their range of horticultural knowledge, stay up-to-date on changes and trends in the profession, and continue to get the job done to the satisfaction of clients. Now is the time to take a breath and identify the knowledge and skills you need to grow your career and business to the next level.

There’s no better place to expand you knowledge and expand your network than at Landscape Ontario Congress. The annual trade show and conference is one of North America’s top-rated shows for the green profession. Congress runs Jan. 7-9, 2020, with full-day educational and networking opportunities also running on Jan. 6.

Congress gathers the leaders and top innovators from across North America. This is your opportunity to take advantage of all the innovative expertise, ideas, products, peers and professional development available to you and your team. Attend conference sessions or workshops or experience one of the many live demonstrations happening right on the show floor. Increasing your knowledge and understanding, in addition to connecting with new suppliers and new products, is sure to improve your confidence and help your business profits to soar.

Congress also offers many social events for you to connect with peers, experts and suppliers. The Tuesday evening Awards of Excellence ceremony celebrates the best work of Landscape Ontario members and true champions of the profession. On Wednesday evening, play games and be entertained at an exciting new experience: the Congress ‘After Dark’ Party.

Your personal and professional success comes from making the effort to meet new people, try new things, embrace different ideas, and be attuned to good fortune that abounds from all that Congress has to offer.

Congress has a multitude of fantastic offerings for you and your team. Discover areas for your continued development and register today. Early bird discounts are in effect until Dec. 13 and Landscape Ontario members also qualify for additional savings.
 

TRADE SHOW PASS:  VALID JAN. 7, 8, 9

Includes access to trade show floor (including 10 acres of equipment, suppliers and products), free parking at the Toronto Congress Centre, LIVE! Demonstration series (Hardscape LIVE, Drive LIVE, Green LIVE and new for 2020: Recruit LIVE), New Product Showcase, Patio Lounge, Ale Trail, Upper Canada Axe Throwing and Wednesday evening’s ‘After Dark’ Party.
Rates until Dec. 13: $15 for Members, $30 for Non-Members.
Rates after Dec. 13: $30 for Members, $40 for Non-Members.
 

ONE-DAY CONFERENCE PASS:  VALID JAN. 7 or 8 or  9

Includes everything listed for the Trade Show Pass, plus Conference sessions for one day (either Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday) and lunch on one day attended (Luncheon keynote if attending on Tuesday or Wednesday).
*No lunch on Thursday
Rates until Dec. 13: $100 for Members, $300 for Non-Members.
Rates after Dec. 13: $200 for Members, $300 for Non-Members.
 

FULL CONFERENCE PASS:  VALID JAN. 7, 8, 9

Includes everything listed above for the Trade Show Pass, plus all Conference sessions on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, plus lunch Tuesday and Wednesday.
Rates until Dec. 13: $250 for Members, $375 for Non-Members.
Rates after Dec. 13: $325 for Members, $460 for Non-Members.

Group discounts are available for purchase for both the Full Conference Pass and One-Day Conference Pass. Every fifth employee from the same company receives one free Full Conference Pass* or a FREE One-Day Conference Pass.* Employees must be registered at the same time in order to qualify. Please note, this discount is applicable for Conference Pass purchases only, and does NOT apply to trade show admission or special ticketed events.
 

IPM SYMPOSIUM  Jan. 6

The key to turf IPM is the use of cultural practices that optimize growth of grasses and minimize conditions favourable to pest insects, weeds, or pathogens. Landscape Ontario’s Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Symposium has been a uniquely respected event since 1965.

Purchase includes full day of technical sessions, lunch, trade show admission, LIVE demonstration series, Axe Throwing, Ale Trail and Wednesday evening’s ‘After Dark’ Party.
Rates until Dec. 13: $125 for Members and Non-Members.
Rates after Dec. 13: $165 for Members and Non-Members.
 

LANDSCAPE DESIGNER CONFERENCE  Jan. 6

An initiative of Landscape Ontario’s Landscape Designer Sector Group directed toward landscape designers and Landscape Architects.

Purchase includes full day of sessions, lunch, closing reception, trade show admission, LIVE demonstration series, Axe Throwing, Ale Trail and Wednesday evening’s ‘After Dark’ Party.
Rates until Dec. 13: $145 for Members, $195 for Non-Members.
Rates after Dec. 13: $195 for Members, $275 for Non-Members.
 

PEER TO PEER WORKSHOP  Jan. 6

The Landscape Ontario Peer to Peer Network is a growing group of business owners and their key managers. Connected together by member-based social media groups, they support and help one another with real-time issues and answers. The Network is open to every Landscape Ontario business owner.

Purchase includes full day of sessions, lunch, trade show admission, LIVE demonstration series, Axe Throwing, Ale Trail and Wednesday evening’s ‘After Dark’ Party.
Rate: $187.50 for Members, $314 for Non-Members.
 

AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE CEREMONY AND PRESIDENT’S RECEPTION   Jan. 7

Get inspired by the talent and creativity of our landscape construction, maintenance and design winners.
*Trade Show admission is a separate ticket purchase.
Rates until Dec. 13: $65 per person or $500 for a table of eight.
Rates after Dec. 13: $75 per person or $600 for a table of eight.
 

LO ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING  Jan. 8

Open to all members of Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association.
Breakfast is served at 7 a.m., followed by meeting at 8. Please RSVP to myscha@landscapeontario.com.
 

NEW FOR 2020

Axe Throwing
You’ll find excitement and fun when you test your skills at Upper Canada Axe Throwing’s enclosed throwing lanes in Hall F.

Ale Trail
Additional stations and a greater selection of craft beer will quench your thirst at the popular Ale Trail. Pick up a free glass for your free beer and an Ale Trail Passport to chart your path along the trail.

Patio Lounge
Take a break, chat, charge your phone or check your e-mail at the new Patio Lounge in Hall F, offering seating, charging stations, free WiFi and food for purchase.

Recruit LIVE
More than just a job board, Recruit LIVE is a place for employers and future employees to network, interview and get hired right on the show floor. Opportunities abound in Hall F near the Student Gardens.

Congress ‘After Dark’ Party
Meet with your peers, and make valuable connections at Congress’ biggest networking event! See long-term friends, future associates and hundreds of Congress delegates for an evening of conversation, networking and entertainment. Hosted by the Congress Show Committee, your trade show badge is your admission ticket. Join us for a big time fun!

For full details and registration at LOcongress.com.

 

EARLY BIRD PRICING

Take advantage of discounted rates, save time and avoid line-ups on-site by pre-registering for Congress. Early bird pricing available until Dec.13. After that, prices go up!

 

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