October 2013

Previous Issues
President's Message

It’s more than saving money

By Phil Charal
It is so obvious to me that no matter if the company is big or small, there are enormous benefits to be a member of Landscape Ontario.
Member Profile

Native beauty appreciated in John Verbinnen’s world

Nursery grower, John Verbinnen is a man of passion.

Urban Meadows knows timing is key to success

William Jordan traded a welder for a lawn mower at the age of 12.
Feature

Perfect popcorn — and more — at Expo

Plant material will be in abundance at Garden & Floral Expo, Oct. 23 and 24.
Association News

Over 275 enjoy Chapter’s 25th annual chicken roast

Crew of volunteers cooked 300 lbs. of chicken.

Snowposium continues education and networking opportunities

Annual Snowposium attracted over 200 conference attendees, exhibitors and trade show delegates.

Waterloo Chapter donation

$13,500 donation split between three charities.

ORCGA holds its first expo at LO home office

First-ever Dig Safe Fall Expo, held Sept. 12 at Landscape Ontario.

Sheridan wins second consecutive world title

Award was handed out at a gala dinner in Niagara Falls on Sept. 11

New sales strategy takes an integrated approach

Greg Sumsion joins the Landscape Ontario team.

A colourful welcome to Barrie Fair

LO member, LA Gardens was commissioned to create an entrance garden to the Barrie Fair.

Winter Pro Dev opportunities announced

2013-2014 LO Professional Development Guide mailed with this issue of Landscape Ontario magazine.

Last call for Awards of Excellence entries

Construction, Maintenance and Design program offers 41 categories for entry.

Event to connect educators precedes Garden Expo

Oct. 22 event aims to inspire connections between education and industry.

Landscape Ontario members celebrate National Tree Day 2013

Members took part in school and community activities, or donated trees and expertise to events.

Volunteers work to develop new landscape design exam

New exam expected to launch in January of 2014.
Letter To The Editor

Privilege to be member of LO

By Bob Allen
Bob Allen shares his reasons for belonging to the association for 40 years.
Chapter Of The Month

Waterloo has greened many region schools

Chapter members have always been very supportive of greening schools.
Volunteer Profile

Late starter Peter Vanderley thrives on volunteer work

Vanderley says he has found a number of benefits from his time spent helping the association.
Industry News

Asian long-horned beetle found in Mississauga

Pest confirmed in an industrial area near Pearson International Airport in Mississauga.

Humber launches project to conserve endangered trees

Efforts focused on preserving endangered butternut tree.

New operators must pass CVOR test

New rules take effect October 1, 2013.
Executive Desk

Why should you renew your LO membership?

By Tony DiGiovanni CHT
Association's membership renewal rate has been consistently over 90 per cent for many years.
Safety And Training

Find success with well-trained employees

By Sally Harvey CLT, CLP
Without well-trained and skilled employees, we are challenged to meet the needs of clients.
Public Relations

Revitalized Chapters

By Denis Flanagan CLD
Enthusiasm, camaraderie and willingness to make our membership a success at the local level is alive and well.
Membership

What LO taught me

By Helen Hassard
Membership coordinator shares some thought before moving on.
Underground World

Dig Safe Fall Expo was a great success

By Terry Murphy CLP
Day of sharing and learning was a great success.
Prosperity Partners

Explore Prosperity Partners’ path

By Jacki Hart CLP
Exciting new program designed to help business owners succeed.
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