Employers relieved to see court eliminate punitive damages
A late June decision by the Supreme Court of Canada has Canadian employers breathing a bit easier. The landmark case...
Outdoor workers: Watch for ticks
Blacklegged or deer ticks that carry Lyme disease are on the rise in southern Ontario.
Awards deadlines quickly approaching
LO’s Awards of Excellence recognize members’ high level of skills, creativity and professionalism. But to win an Award, you must...
Letters on pesticide issue
In the executive director’s column by Tony DiGiovanni that appeared in the July issue of Horticulture Review, we promised to...
Some WSIB rates up slightly
Most WSIB premium rates for 2009 will see a slight increase, with garden centres taking the biggest percentage hike at...
Plans underway to create Great Northern Garden Symposium
The citizens of Northern Ontario will be the first to see the benefits of what is being described as one...
Online government service simplifies licensing process
A new online service called BizPaL simplifies the business permit, licence and other compliance regulation process for entrepreneurs.
Ash borer is confirmed in three more Ontario centres
Within a span of nine days, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced confirmations of the presence of emerald ash...
Dutch expert to headline Congress Conference
LO has announced that Jan Habets of Plant Publicity Holland will headline the Conference speaker lineup for Congress 2009.
Pilot pot recycling project drives new initiative
Pots are the most visible waste products left after installing plants.
Annual trials help growers get a jump
Annual growers made time in their busy schedules to visit the Niagara Pack Trials earlier this summer.
Somerville Nurseries shows delegates how to cultivate Christmas trees
Somerville Nurseries of Everett, just north of Alliston, was recognized for its industry leadership, and asked to host the Canadian...