September 2025

Previous Issues
President's Message

Reflections of gratitude

By Ed Hansen
Seeing firsthand the craftsmanship, innovation and dedication that goes into every project has deepened my appreciation for what we do.
Association News

Toronto Chapter bursary program supports local initiatives

This year, nearly $13,000 has been distributed to support a wide range of worthy projects and initiatives in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

Bill DeLuca named 2025 Distinguished Business Person of the year

Aldershot Landscape Contractors co-founder and past-president to be honoured Oct. 9.

Mercedes Strachan recognized with show industry award

Landscape Ontario trade show coordinator received the Emerging Leader Award at an awards ceremony in Fredericton, N.B.

Leadership of Snips Landscape recognized by industry peers

Kristi DeLima was recently honoured with a 2025 Mighty Oak Award, recognizing her exceptional leadership and achievements in the landscape industry.

Beyond the office: Landscape Ontario staff engage with members

By Niki Edmonds
Home office staff toured the facilities of three member companies for their annual field day.

Landscape Ontario unveils enhanced virtual Pesticide Technician Program

New portal offers users a streamlined and efficient online experience to provide members with greater control over their technician cards and accounts.

Snowposium enjoys growing support

Snow and Ice Management Sector Group would like to thank the many sponsors who supported the conference, trade show and VIP night.

Enter your best work by October 1

Annual member recognition program has dozens of categories spanning the construction, maintenance, design, lighting, interior plantscape and irrigation sectors.
Volunteer Profile

Meet Landscape Ontario’s lifelong landscape architect

By Julia Harmsworth
Collaboration is what initally attracted the head of Burlington-based SDG Landscape Architects to Landscape Ontario decades ago.
Grow Success Story

Beyond the garden: David Milne and the power of apprenticeship

By Niki Edmonds
David Milne is making a deep impact by helping create tangible pathways for the next generation of professionals.
Member Profile

Guelph's Royal City Nursery leads with learning

By Julia Harmsworth
The third-generation full-service garden centre is also well known for its social media presence and various education tools.
Feature

Spotted Lanternfly: Protecting the landscape from an emerging threat

Plant pathology and physiology expert Jeanine West talks Spotted Lanternfly in the latest Landscape Ontario podcast.
Professional News

2025 National Awards of Landscape Excellence winners announced

The 22nd annual National Awards of Landscape Excellence (NALE) winners were announced Aug. 12 during a special gala at Delta Hotels Regina in Saskatchewan.

Unilock offering scholarships to Ontario landscape students

Program offers the next generation of landscape architects, construction professionals and designers the opportunity to apply for a $5,000 scholarship to help pay for education expenses.
Executive Desk

Shifting the paradigm on road salt

By Joe Salemi, CAE
A recent study supports the case for implementation of Limited Liability Framework in Ontario.
Membership

London Chapter: A shining example of the Landscape Ontario community

By Robert Ellidge
Chapter's leadership role in multi-year projects and initiatives has resulted n lasting memorials and tranquil outdoor spaces to benefit members of the local community.
The Ground Up

Budget vs. reality: Are you profitable or just busy?

By Glenn Curtis
A packed schedule can give the illusion of success, but without checking in on actual numbers you might be running hard in the wrong direction.
Social Snapshot

Boosting posts vs. ads: What you need to know

By Laura Fox
What’s the difference between boosting a post and running a custom ad on Meta?
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