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CONGRESS CONFERENCE GUIDE 2011

Includes early

exhibitor list

Canada’s 38th International Horticultural Lawn and Garden Trade Show and Conference

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Canada’s International Horticultural Lawn and Garden Trade Show and Conference

January 11 – 13, 2011

Congress Conference 2011 DatesMonday January 10 - Thursday, January 13, 2011

Congress 2011 Show Dates and TimesTuesday, January 11, 2011 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Wednesday, January 12, 2011 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Thursday, January 13, 2011 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sponsors Landscape Ontario thanks the following sponsors for their generous support of Congress.

Platinum SponsorBanas Stone IncStoneArch/Globe/Global ArchGold Sponsors Chrysler Canada Inc. Turf RevolutionSilver SponsorsDavey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited Doubletree by Hilton Toronto Airport Landscape Trades Bronze SponsorsBobcat of Hamilton Ltd. Vermeer Canada Inc.

Canadian Fence Industry AssociationCanadian Nursery Landscape AssociationCanadian Ornamental Plant FoundationCommunities in Bloom - OntarioComposting Council of CanadaInterlocking Concrete Pavement InstituteInternational Society of Arboriculture (ISA)IPM-PHC CouncilIrrigation Association

ISA – Ontario Chapter Certifi cationMaster Gardeners of OntarioOntario Association of Landscape ArchitectsOntario Parks AssociationOntario Regional Common Ground AlliancePesticide Industry CouncilSnow and Ice Management Association Inc.Workplace Safety Prevention Services(formerly Farm Safety Association Inc)

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Education Alliance Landscape Ontario aligns with the following associations in making practical, cost-effective education opportunities available to the industry.

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Registration Information: Register online at locongress.com or use the form in the centrefold. You will save money if you pre-register by December 22, 2010. All conference passes include admission to the trade show. Badges will be mailed to those registering by December 22.

Discount Eligibility: Members of the Canadian Fence Industry Association, Canadian Nurs-ery Landscape Association, Ontario Landscape Architects Association, Master Gardeners and the Ontario Parks Association are entitled to member pricing.

Early Bird Deadline Policy: No extensions to the deadline of December 22, 2010 will be granted. Registration fees after this date and on-site are more expensive.

Refund Policy: No refunds will be issued unless Congress 2011 is cancelled by Show Management.

NOTE: Registration lines can be long early in the morning. If you are attending a morning conference session and need to register or have a name badge printed, leave extra time.

Pre-Congress Sessions and Congress Conference 2011 Landscape Ontario invites you to engage in learning from green industry professionals and prominent industry experts. Get ahead of your competition by learning how to balance work and play - while making your business grow and prosper.

Congress 2011 Conference emphasizes the six pillars of business excellence that will help you achieve your personal and professional goals. The six pillars of busi-ness excellence upon which you will build a profi table business are: Sales Success, Financial Health, Developing Customers for Life, Professional Operations, Leader-ship Excellence and Technical Education.

The Ontario Parks Association is offering its annual educational forum. An alliance of Land-scape Ontario, the Ontario Parks Association and Communities in Bloom will be presenting Green Connections.

Trade Show• Explore 4 shows in 1• Check out over 600 exhibits• Connect with over 12,900

industry professionals • Test hundreds of products• Outsmart the competition with advice from

industry experts• See one of the top 5 horticultural

trade shows in North america

Handy table of contentsMonday Events and SessionsIPM Symposium ..........................................6Corporate Financial Mgmt.- CLP................7Irrigation Conference ..................................8Landscape Designer Conference ..............10Tuesday Events and SessionsGreen Connections .....................................12Congress Conference Sessions ................14Awards of Excellence ..................................16

Wednesday Events and SessionsOPA – 55th Annual Education Forum .......21LO Annual General Meeting .......................24Congress Conference Sessions ................24Tailgate XV ....................................................27Thursday Events and SessionsCongress Conference Sessions ................28Speaker Biographies ..................................31Maps and Hotels ........................................18Registration Form ............... Centre PulloutExhibitor Listings .......................................36

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Monday, January 10

7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.IPM Symposium Only lOcatIOn fOr 2010(Ticketed Event) page 6 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.corporate financial Management: clP Study Group(Ticketed Event) page 78:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.Irrigation conference(Ticketed Event) page 8 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.landscape Designer conference(Ticketed Event) page 10 Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Airport3:00pm to 5:00 p.m.clP Examination(Ticketed Event) page 7

Tuesday, January 117:30 a.m. registration opens at the toronto congress centre

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.trade show open

Special Event landscape Ontario legacy celebration page 1411:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.Green connections (Ticketed Event) page 12

Tuesday Congress Conference Seminars9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.lighten Up, It’s Only Work page 1411:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.the Sustainable Garden page 14 Succession beyond the family page 14Plant Growth factors page 15Social/Business networking page 15Productivity Benchmarking for contractors page 151:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.Job costing page 15trees and construction page 16Job readiness for Employees and Employers page 16the advisory Board advantage page 17

Tuesday Evening – Special Event4:45 p.m. President’s reception5:15 p.m. awards of Excellence(Ticketed Event) page 16Plaza BallroomDoubletree Hotel by Hilton Toronto Airport

Tuesday Evening – Special EventcfIa aGM, 5:30 p.m., Location TBA

Most events are at the toronto congress centre, including most of the Monday pre-congress Symposiums, unless otherwise noted. registration forms are in the centre of the booklet as a pullout. Separate fees apply to pre-congress Symposiums and most special events.

DATES AND TIMES


Wednesday, January 127:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.OPa 55th Educational forum page 22Ticketed Event7:30 a.m.registration opens at the toronto congress centre

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.trade show open

7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.Special Event – landscape Ontarioannual General Meeting page 24International BallroomDoubletree by Hilton Toronto Airport

Wednesday Congress Conference Seminars10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.Is your Vision Being Understood? page 24Ornamental Grasses in the landscape page 25Winning companies need Superstar Employees page 24Greenroofs, Greenwalls and raingardens page 24 12:00 noon to 1:30 p.m.Sustainable Design Using PIcP Systems page 25 creating a customer-focused culture page 25 are We Putting on the right face? page 26 Work life Balance page 26 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.career that’s Great for life page 26technology: Heavy Equipment BuiltforYourOffice page 26Greenroof Installation and Maintenance page 27If It’s landscaping, Shouldn’t there be Plants? page 28

Wednesday Evening – Special Event5:00 p.m. to Midnighttailgate Party XV page 28 International BallroomDoubletree Hotel by Hilton Toronto Hotel

Thursday, January 138:00 a.m. registration opens at the toronto congress centre9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.trade show open 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.Managing your company in a tight Economy page 28Developments in Sustainable Sites page 28Starting Up a landscape company page 29chemical-free Plants Sell page 28construction techniques for PIcP Systems page 28

1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.Seven things contractors always ask Me page 29 the real Goods on Solving People Problems page 29Horticulture as therapy page 30Sustainable Urban forest Management Planning page 30Benchmarking your Overhead page 30

DATES AND TIMES


IPM Symposium 2011 New format, new energy, more value, oNe locatioN oNly

January 10, 2011, Toronto Congress Centre, Cohen Ballroom

Landscape Ontario’s IPM Symposium has been a uniquely respected event since 1965. Times have changed, and the program has been revamped to be more relevant than ever. The event will take place only in Toronto in conjunction with Congress, Canada’s leading green industry trade show. The speaker program is especially exciting this year.7:30 – 8:00 a.m. Registration8:00 – 8:05 a.m. Welcome8:05 – 9:05 a.m. Biodiversity in Turf Dr. David Shetlar, Professor of Urban Landscape Entomology, Ohio State University9:05 – 10:05 a.m. MOE Update, Urban Stream Water Pesticide Study and Cosmetic Pesticide Ban — Compliance and Enforcement Aaron Todd, Ministry of the Environment (Toronto) Roberto Sacilotto, Ministry of the Environment (Kingston)10:05 – 10:30 a.m. Refreshment Break10:30 – 11:10 a.m. Biologicals and Botanicals: Responding to the Pesticide Ban with Natural Alternatives Dr. Michael Brownbridge, Vineland Research and Innovation Centre11:10 – Noon OMAFRA Update Pam Charbonneau, OMAFRANoon – 1:00 p.m. Lunch with Sponsors (included in Symposium registration)1:00 – 2:15 p.m. Alternative Weed Control Products Fiesta and Finalsan: HowTheyWork,Features,BenefitsandTestResults Cam Wilson, Neudorff North america2:15 - 2:30 p.m. Afternoon Break2:30 – 4:15 p.m. Organic Science as it Relates to Nutrition and Soil Conditioning Dr. Roger Funk, The Davey Tree Expert4:15 p.m. IPM Symposium Networking Reception: Meet your colleagues and sponsors Door Prize Draw (included) Must be present to win door prize

Symposium Sponsor:

Keynote Sponsor:

Tabletop Sponsors: Koppert Canada Limited, Plant Products, Turf Revolution

Net proceeds are donated to lawn care research or a suitable alternative.

Registration Fees: Registration fees are $90 for members and non-members until December 22. After December 22, the fee is $110 for a member or non-member.

Admission to Congress 2011 trade show exhibits is included in registration prices.Online registration is available at www.locongress.com.

MONDAY, JANUARY 10 PrE-cOnGrESS SESSIOnS

Reception Sponsor:

Coffee and Cookie Sponsor:


PrE-cOnGrESS SESSIOnS MONDAY, JANUARY 10

Certified Landscape Professional Corporate Financial Management: CLP Study GroupSafdie Room, Toronto Congress Centre, Toronto, OntarioA full-day seminar, lunch included.Participants must purchase the study manual at least 30 days in advance. An option to write the Corporate Financial Management Module examination afterwards is included. Examination fee must be paid in advance.

Led by well-known instructor Paul Doornbos CLT CLP, attendees at this study group will be focusing on a better understanding of the Corporate Financial Management Module of the CLP.

Attendees will gain insights on:• Core accounting principles• Understanding, managing and evaluating financial statements• Seasonal and cyclical business fluctuations• Capitalizing and financial planning for their businesses

8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Registration9:00 – 12:00 Noon Corporate Financial Management Study Group12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Lunch1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Corporate Financial Management Study Group3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Voluntary Option to Write Corporate Financial Management CLP Module Examination

Optional ExaminationAll candidates are welcome to write the CLP examination, whether or not they have participated in the Study Group that day. Examination fee must be paid in advance.

Further InformationFor more information on purchasing the CLP Manuals, CLP Exams or earning your CLP designation, visit www.clp.canadanursery.com or contact Julia Ricottone at the CNLA.The manual should be purchased and reviewed prior to seminar day. Individually priced. See registration form for fees.

About the instructorPaul Doornbos CHT CLP earned his certifications shortly after they were introduced, and has since been a proud supporter of certification. He has spent most of his life in the horticulture industry and brings experience in wholesale production, retail sales and landscape installation to the CLP modules he teaches. Passionate about the industry and its continued development, Paul is an active volunteer at Landscape Ontario as a board member, committee chair and past chapter president. He owns and operates Thornbusch Landscaping Company in Lansdowne, Ont.

All registrants for this program are automatically registered for the Congress trade show. The Congress Conference is a separate fee.


Irrigation Conference 2011Get Smart about IrrigationJanuary 10, 2011, 9:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., Toronto Congress Centre, Waxman Room

Presented By: Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association, Irrigation Sector Group

Irrigation has been identified as having a significant impact on municipal water resources. With rising water rates, a growing population and an increased burden on drinking water infrastruc-ture, now is the time for irrigation professionals to talk to their clients about water conservation techniques and to concentrate their efforts on irrigating efficiently.While control measures such as watering restrictions and bans are largely beyond the control of irrigation professionals, currently the irrigation industry has an enormous opportunity to be proactive in programs of conservation, rainwater harvesting, grey water reuse and public outreach programs. Green Building Standards and water resource limitations are driving an increased need and demand for water conservation on our landscapes and this represents a business opportunity to offer new services that are highly valued and sought after in our communities. Come learn from water professionals that are leading the way in alternative water source use, green design and technologies that enhance the irrigation contractor’s position in the market.

Attendees will learn:• New technologies and techniques

to help reduce water waste• Business strategies to implement water reduction programs

Who should attend:• All irrigation professionals, technicians and designers• Landscape architects and landscape designers• Landscape companies• Building and property managers• Turf and grounds maintenance personnel• Growers and nursery businesses• Municipal parks and water professionals• Others that need to know how water is being managed

8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Registration and coffee

9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Landscape Ontario Irrigation Sector Group Annual General Meeting A review of group activity, issues and events, certification, Smart Irrigation Month and elections — Chris LeConte, Chair, Irrigation Sector Group

10:00 – 10:45 a.m. KeynoteAddress:WorldWaterTrends,WaterEfficientProducts and the Impact of Irrigation on Water Resources This presentation will explain why indoor residential water demands in North america are currently declining and how low we can expect them to go. It will discuss the importance of third-party product testing and savings verification, and why many government agencies are starting to require it. The presentation will also discuss how municipal rebate programs are developed, how rebate levels are determined for different water efficiency measures, and the impact that reducing irrigation demands will have on municipal water supply infrastructure. Bill Gauley, P.Eng, Veritec Consulting



10:45-11:00 a.m. Refreshment Break 11:00 a.m. – Noon Irrigation Water Savings through Program Monitoring The speakers will address results of a Region of Peel study quantifying the potential water savings related to improving the efficiency of automatic irrigation systems operated by commercial facilities with large irrigated properties. Johann Manente, BSc, Peel Region Bill Gauley, P.Eng, Veritec Consulting

Noon – 1:00 p.m. Lunch (Included with registration)

1:00 – 1:45 p.m. Interesting Irrigation Installations and Opportunities Customers want to save water and money, so irrigation contractors need to install the best products available and keep abreast of the latest efficient technologies. See installations that fit the criteria - a 2-Wire installation, Smart Controller installation and lastly a Rain Water Harvesting installation will all be discussed. This presentation will go over retrofit irrigation installations along with new irrigation technologies. Damian Zawacki, John Deere Landscapes

1:45 – 2:30 p.m. North American Water Issues, An update from the Irrigation Association Chris Le Conte, IA Ambassador 2:30 – 2:45 p.m. Refreshment Break

2:45 – 3:30 p.m. Business Opportunities with Rain Water Harvesting Learn about sustainable solutions for water management in a variety of applications showcasing a series of unique projects and their design and installation techniques. Ed Beaulieu, Aquascape

3:30 – 4:15 p.m. IrrigationEfficiencyRetrofitStudy Improper design, installation and/or maintenance of automatic irrigation systems frequently results in inefficient over-irrigation and wasted water. The purpose of the study was to evaluate approaches to irrigation system modification for improving efficiency. Kathy McAlpine Sims, Halton Region Chris LeConte, Smart Watering Systems

RegistrationTicket prices up to Dec. 22 are $75 for members of Landscape Ontario, Canadian Nursery Landscape Association, Ontario Parks Association, The Irrigation Association or municipalities, and $100 for non-members. After December 22, prices are $95 and $120 respectively.

More information and online registration is available at www.locongress.comIndividually priced. See registration form for fees. All registrants for this program are

automatically registered for the Congress trade show. The Congress Conference is a separate fee.



Landscape Designer ConferenceJanuary 10, 2011Doubletree by Hilton Toronto Airport, International Ballroom

An initiative of the Landscape Ontario Designers Sector GroupA full-day design seminar, lunch and reception included

8:00 a.m. Registration Opens, International Ballroom Foyer

8:45 – 9:00 a.m. Opening Remarks, Tony Lombardi CLD CLP

9:00 - 10:15 a.m. TheImpactofInfluentialLandscapeArchitects and Designers On Our Landscape Today The work of landscape architect Thomas Church and landscape designer F.L. Olmstead illuminates much of what we do today. Garden design has a distinguished past that can provide clues for today. Ron Koudys, BLA, MEd, OALA , CSLA, ASLA, RLI (MI), CLD, Ron Koudys Landscape Architects, London

10:15 – 10:30 a.m. Coffee Break

10:30 a.m.- Noon A: Best Practices For Landscape Construction Methods Today’s contractors and designers are inundated with products and client requests. There are many ways to construct our projects. What are today’s common pitfalls? Are there solutions? We will explore several aspects of the construction and design process, both good and bad, to see how your practices compare. Jeff McMann NPD, ISA, CLT, Markham

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B: Cultural Heritage Landscapes The variety of cultural landscapes and their design challenges will be illustrated using case studies from sites across Ontario. Current planning policies, standards and legislative framework that guide work on historic properties will be discussed. Wendy Shearer OALA, CSLA, ASLA, CAHP, Wendy Shearer Landscape Architect, a division of MHBC Planning, Kitchener

Noon – 1:00 p.m. Lunch (included with registration)

1:00- 2:30 p.m. Business Plans This interactive seminar will show you the most important steps in preparing a business plan for your company. Drawing on expertise in design and construction this session will explore the most effective strategies to develop short and long term goals; focus on the strategies to achieve those goals, exploring cost considerations and time management; and creating a balance between work and home. Rosalind Reed, APLD, Rosalind Reed Associates, Chicago



2:30 – 2:45 p.m. Coffee break

2:45- 3:45 p.m. A: Creating a Healthy and Successful Workplace There is a difference between effective and efficient office management. Learn how to incorporate the outdoors into indoor settings, which can bring a company philosophy to life while creating the harmony and balance that produces productivity. Dave Maciulis will share the successes and failures that have helped him build strong business strategies. Dave Maciulis CLD, Natural Landscape, Dundas

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B: Creative Solutions for Small Spaces Designing small spaces can test the most experienced of designers. Join Beth Edney as she poses some creative solutions to common small space challenges. Beth Edney CLD, Designs by the Yard, Toronto

3:45-4:45 p.m. Architectural Garden Plants for Every Season Join Paul Zammit as he shares his passion to explore and highlight choice plant material to add form, function and seasons of interest to gardens of all sizes. Paul Zammit, Toronto Botanical Garden, Toronto

4:45 – 5:00 p.m. Conference Wrap-up, Jodie Munshaw CLD and Chris Mace

5:00 p.m. Networking Reception

Special thanks to our sponsors:

PLATINUM SPONSOR Blue Sky NurseriesGOLD SPONSORS Unilock Rockdeck HGH Granite BRONZE SPONSORSCNLADynascapeBetz Pools

RegistrationTicket prices up to Dec. 22 are $135 for members and $185 for non-members. After December 22, prices are $185 and $265 respectively.

More information and online registration is available at www.locongress.comIndividually priced. See registration form for fees. All registrants for this program are

automatically registered for the Congress trade show. The Congress Conference is a separate fee.



Green Communities, Parks and PartnershipsTuesday, January 11, 2011Waxman Room, Toronto Congress CentreA half-day seminar, lunch included.

The Ontario Parks Association, Communities in Bloom and Landscape Ontario have come together to celebrate our treasured parks and greenspaces, and promote the enjoyment and healthy lifestyle benefits that open spaces provide to Canadians.

By combining their mandates, Ontario Parks Association’s “Protecting Tomorrow Today,” Communities in Blooms’ “People, Plants and Pride” and Landscape Ontario’s “Green for Life,” we can influence our sector’s future, and enhance lives for those of all ages and abilities.

The event’s goal is to bring together over 200 municipal leaders, parks staff and community stakeholders to develop strategies encouraging all people to enjoy gardening, recreational parks, parklands and landscapes.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 11 GrEEn cOnnEctIOnS


11:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon The “Green 8” Session Can your community host an international event? Gain valuable insight from organizers of the G8 summit in Muskoka. Learn how they prepared for this successful event and attracted funding using the eight criteria categories of the Communities in Bloom Program.

12:00 – 1:30 p.m. Networking Luncheon This unique unstructured luncheon will allow participants to share ideas, learn about successful and cost-effective pro grams from colleagues and expand their network of expert contacts and solutions.

1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Green Connections Keynote Address Green Connections is a special feature of the show dedicated to initiatives that will better enable municipalities, contractors and suppliers to build and support sustainable communities for the enjoyment and healthy lifestyle benefits that our parks and green spaces can provide for all ages and abilities.

3:00 p.m. Free Time: Participants are invited to visit the Congress Trade Show

4:15 p.m. Landscape Ontario President’s Reception

5:15 p.m. Participants are invited to register for the Landscape Ontario Awards of Excellence (Tickets available for purchase at door of Plaza Ballroom in the Doubletree Hotel) Join Landscape Ontario members at this popular event acknowledging the talent and creativity of landscape construction and maintenance contractors, designers and interior plantscapers. Definitely, the place to be if you appreciate quality and professional standards.

Who Should Attend:The Green Communities, Parks and Partnerships program has a focus on long-term community green space planning and protection issues with key audiences that include:• Elected municipal officials, including mayors and councillors• Municipal senior parks administrators, managers and planners• Landscape architects, parks planners and educators• Municipal and local volunteer groups and parks issue champions• Not-for-profit groups that support community parks, facilities and recreational spaces• Other not-for-profit conservation and environmental groups

More information and online registration is available at www.locongress.comIndividually priced. See registration form for fees. All registrants for this program are automatically registered for

the Congress trade show. The Congress Conference is a separate fee.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 11 GrEEn cOnnEctIOnS

Visit the trade show exhibits


TECHNICAL EDUCATION / LEADERSHIP11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.The Sustainable GardenWe all need to move toward sustainable practices, both at home and in our work. This presentation looks at the garden design and landscaping industry from this perspective. Is it possible to achieve sustainability in the gardens we design? How can we run our busi-nesses more sustainably? Is there profit in it?

Candace CarterFlowers in the Front Yard, Claremont, Ont.

FINANCIAL HEALTH / LEADERSHIP11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Succession beyond the FamilyThe term “succession planning” evokes the idea of passing the torch on to a family member. The reality, however, is that succession planning is about finding the right exit strategy when you’re ready to hand your business over to someone else. The “right” strategy is one that fits with personal and business objectives.

John Chisholm and Trevor HoodSB Partners, Burlington, Ont.

LEADERSHIP9:00 to 10:30 a.m.

KEYNOTELighten Up, It’s Only Work: The Power of Levity Humour helps. The ability to laugh at life helps us deal with daily disappointments and setbacks. Humour gives professionals the nerve to serve in a complex and challenging environment. Join us as we demonstrate how humour helps you stay in control and maintain balance and perspective. In this humorous and inspiring session participants will learn how to:Laugh at the tough stuff• Say hello to humour and goodbye

to burnout• Use appropriate humour as a tool,

not a weapon• Use humour to create rapport and win

customers’ trust and loyalty• Use humour to stay in control

Jody UrquhartI Do InspireCalgary, Alta.

Special Event - Legacy Room10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.The Ontario Horticultural Trades Foundation is hosting the Legacy Room on Tuesday, Janu-ary 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Pachter Room of the Toronto Congress Cen-tre. Drop in and network with other members of Landscape Ontario, including the pioneers.

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TECHNICAL EDUCATION11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Plant Growth FactorsPlants require only a short list of chemicals, from which they synthesize everything they need for growth and development. These plant growth factors include oxygen, carbon dioxide, water, nitrogen and about a dozen mineral elements. Our maintenance prac-tices should be directed toward preventing the growth factors from becoming limiting, which is often the case in the urban environ-ment, because limiting factors define a plant’s ability to grow and to withstand pests and environmental stresses.

Dr. Roger FunkThe Davey Tree Expert CompanyKent, Ohio

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CUSTOMERS FOR LIFE11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Social/Business Networking: How to Schmooze Like a ProThis fun session teaches you how to join a group of people you don’t know and more. Learn the polite way to exit a conversation when it’s time to move on, how close to stand to your colleague (not too close!) and seven topics to avoid at all costs. Learn specific skills including: • How to feel comfortable introducing

yourself and conversing with strangers• What to do if you forget the name

of a client or colleague• How close is too close? The fascinating

study of proxemics

Melodie CampbellBgcreative, Oakville, Ont.

OPERATIONAL ExCELLENCE / FINANCIAL HEALTH11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Productivity Benchmarking for Landscape ContractorsSuccess is not about revenue, but how you can produce more profit per sale. Find out about the tools that can be employed to implement a benchmark system, to improve both your productivity and profit. The seminar will also show you how to direct your employees, use subcontractors to make more money, and help you choose the right equipment.

J. Paul LamarcheJPL Consulting, Newmarket, Ont.

FINANCIAL HEALTH1:30 to 3:00 p.m.Job Costing: Financial FundamentalsJob costing is critical to the success or failure of a business. This session will provide detailed explanations of the key principles involved in the estimating process, including calculating and controlling equipment costs; calculating labour burden and crew average wage; measuring, allocating, and controlling general and administrative overhead costs; and understanding the difference between direct and indirect costs.

Roy Sieben and Greg ClarkeSB Partners, Burlington, Ont.




TECHNICAL EDUCATION1:30 to 3:00 p.m.Trees and ConstructionThis lecture begins with a basic overview of tree biology, facilitating a better understanding of the environmental requirements trees need to survive, as well as the benefits they provide in urban areas. Secondly, the range of adverse effects infrastructure construction and maintenance may have upon trees is discussed. The workshop explores a wide array of Best Practices for construction near trees, beginning at the design phase, through pre-construction arboricultural treatments and “tree-friendly” construction practices, to post-construction monitoring and mitigation. Finally, the workshop reviews the role of the consulting arborist and demonstrates the importance of involving the urban forestry professional.

Philip Van Wassenaer, BSC, MFCUrban Forest Innovations, Mississauga, Ont.

OPERATIONAL ExCELLENCE / FINANCIAL HEALTH1:30 to 3:00 p.m.Landscape Safety: Are You and Your Employees Job-Ready? Want to end the day in one piece? Want to save money on your WSIB premiums? Prevent injuries at work! This session details the most common injuries and illnesses in the landscape industry, and presents practi-cal prevention methods. Updates on current safety legislation will help you avoid Ministry of Labour fines, too. This session is for both employers and workers. A certificate of atten-dance will be provided. This is an interactive presentation, so be prepared to have a bit of fun!

Sheila JamesWorkplace Safety And Protection (WSPS), Ottawa, Ont.

Join Landscape Ontario members at this popular event acknowledging the talent and creativity of landscape construction and maintenance contractors, designers and interior plantscapers.

This is the place to be if you appreciate professional standards and quality. Join the incoming president of Landscape Ontario, in a warm, friendly atmosphere to toast the entrants at the Presidents’ Reception, 4:45 p.m. preceding the ceremony.

To see work examples of previous years’ Award winners,visit www.loawards.com.

Tuesday, January 11th at 5:15 p.m.Doubletree by Hilton Toronto Airport, Plaza Ballroom

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LEADERSHIP1:30 to 3:00 p.m.Using Outside Advisory Boards to Ensure Sustained Success: How to Grow Through the $1-million, $2-million and $5-million Marks and BeyondListen to our panel discussion to learn about five types of advisory boards you can use to power your company’s growth and profitabil-ity. Some work better than others, some cost more than others, and some are absolutely critical to your sustained success. During this presentation, Jeffrey Scott, will facilitate a discussion with successful green indus-try pros about their own experiences with formal boards, peer groups, family-business groups, lawyer-accountant-insurance agent groups and client advisory boards. Learn how these groups can help you take your business to the next level, the pros and cons of each, common pitfalls to avoid, and keys to running successful meetings.

Moderator: Jeffrey Scott,Jeffrey Scott!, Trumbull, Conn.

PANELISTS:Hank Gelderman, Gelderman Landscaping, Waterdown, Ont.

Nathan Helder, Gelderman Landscaping, Waterdown, Ont.

Karl Stensson, Sheridan Nurseries, Georgetown, Ont.

Dave Wright, Wright Landscape Services, Bloomingdale, Ont.

Tuesday ConferenCe sessions end

newproduct showcase

Come see what’s new for 2011!Help us select the best newproduct—vote for the People’s Choice Award!

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Congress 2011 Dates and Show Hours Tuesday, January 11 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Wednesday, January 12 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Thursday, January 13 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

LocationToronto Congress Centre650 Dixon Rd,Toronto, ON, Canada M9W 1J1

AccommodationMake direct reservations, by December 16, 2010, with your preferred hotel. Quote “Congress 2010” to receive special rates. You may cancel your reservation until 6 p.m. on your scheduled arrival day with no penalty. Reservations cancelled after 6 p.m. on the scheduled day of arrival or no-shows will be billed one night’s room and tax charges.

$125 Single or Double Doubletree by Hilton Toronto AirportReservations - 416-244-1711655 Dixon Road, Toronto, ON M9W 1J4Group Code: LOC

$108 Single or DoubleCrowne Plaza Toronto Airport Reservations - 416-675-123433 Carlson Court, Toronto, ON M9W 6H5Group Code: GF3

$121 Deluxe Suite/$141 Executive Deluxe SuiteRadisson Suite Hotel – Toronto AirportReservations 416-242-7400640 Dixon Road, Toronto, ON M9W 1J1Group Code: CONG

THREE WAYS TO REGISTER:ONLINE - locongress.comMAIL – Please make cheques payable to Landscape Ontario and mail to: Congress 2011 c/o CONEXSYS, 7050B Bramalea Rd, Unit 34, Mississauga, ON L5S 1S9 or FAx - 905-405-9870 or 800-628-8838Your badge will be mailed to you if your registration is received prior to 5 p.m. EST on December 22, 2010. Otherwise, your badge will be availablefor pickup on-site.

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Partners and Student InformationLandscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association is comprised of over 2,000 members, ten sector groups, nine local chapters and an extensive education program. Its trade mission to promote the horticulture in Ontario, and its public mission is to promote the joys and benefi ts of green spaces. Visit www.horttrades.com for more information.

featuringThe Green Forum encourages landscape contractors, and municipal and corporate leaders to work together on solutions for environmental challenges.

The Canadian Fence Industry Association is a non-profi t organization representing contractors, retailers, agents, wholesalers and manufacturers of fence products and services. Our members are dedicated to representing high construction standards as well as a high level of ethical business behav-ior in a competitive market.

The Ontario Parks Association is a registered charity devoted to bringing together those who are interested in the development and protection of parks and green spaces. The OPA is committed to educate parks professionals to meet or exceed industry standards while actively advocating for civic beautifi ca-tion and the protection and enhancement of parks and open spaces in Ontario.

Communities in Bloom is a non-profi t organization committed to fostering civic pride, environmental responsibility and beautifi cation in Canada through community participation in friendly competition. The CIB program encourages communities to enhance and sustain their visual appeal through the use of regionally appropriate plants, trees and landscaping.

Students / InstructorsInstructors, from an accredited educational institution, are invited to pre-register students by December 1, 2010. Each student, along with instructors, will receive a free trade show badge. When pre-registering, instructors only need to order a specifi c number of student badges, individual names are not required. The full allotment of badges will be mailed to the instructor at the mailing address provided on the order form.

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Ontario Parks Association’s 55th Annual Educational ForumParks: connecting the communityWaxman Room, Toronto Congress CentreA full-day program including the annual OPA Past Presidents’ Luncheon and OPA Awards Presentations

7:00 – 8:00 a.m. Parks, Politics and Pancakes Networking Breakfast

8:00 – 8:50 a.m. Welcome, OPA General Member Meeting and Door Prize Draw

9:00 – 10:20 a.m. Parks Funding, How Do We Pay for Our Play? With shrinking budgets and increasing demands on parks professionals to provide more affordable, innovative programs and amenities, now is the time to look at creative solutions. This session will put you in the front row, where you will see how some municipalities have success- fully responded to the challenge. In addition, an industry expert will show you to-the-point guidelines on how to make this happen in your community. This is a must-attend session for those who want insights on managing our parks and green infrastructure into the future. Delbert Shewfelt, mayor, Town of Goderich; Paul Grenier, Councillor, Town of Welland and OSUM chair; and Judy Haber, senior partner, Performance Sponsorship Group

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12 OPa cOnfErEncE

Check out the New Product Showcase


10:20 – 11:00 a.m. Break with Exhibitors

11:00 – 12:20 p.m. Green with Grey — Seniors in Parks, Our Experienced Assets As parks infrastructure is aging, so is a large proportion of our users. With that in mind, this session will focus on how to meet challenges in a creative and sustainable manner. Find out how Age-mindful Governance can affect political will and civic values. Learn how Universally Accessible Built Form can influence our public spaces and buildings and finally, see how Universal Mobility will affect our transportation, co-located services and community hubs. Come away with a whole new approach to building an age-friendly community.

12:30 – 2:00 p.m. OPA Past Presidents’ Luncheon and OPA Award Presentations

2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Keynote: Parks, The Outdoor Learning Experience An open and frank look at how important Parks are and what they mean to our communities’ health and wellness. You will be a.m.azed at the inventory of services parks professionals provide, and how important our role as public service providers is to our communities. Find out how we are viewed in the eyes of park users; discover why our every action is a statement about our community and how it feels about its stakeholders. This session will reinforce the impact you have, and remind you how you can make a difference in people’s lives. You will leave thinking, “I love what I do!” Brenda Librecz, Commissioner of Community and Fire Services, Markham

3:00 p.m. Wrap Up and Door Prize Draws

Individually priced. See registration form for fees. All registrants for this program are automatically registered for the Congress trade show. The Congress Conference is a separate fee.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12 OPa cOnfErEncE


LEADERSHIP10:00 – 11:30 a.m.Closing the Communications Gap: Is Your Vision Understood? You’ve created a company, built it from the ground up, and have a brilliant vision for its future ― but does everyone understand your vision? You think about external communi-cations, such as marketing and branding, but internal communication between owner, manager and staff is equally as important to a company’s success. Casey will speak about the value of internal communications and provide you with techniques to ensure your vision is being understood. She will present an outline of a communications plan to follow and offer insight and solutions to problems you may be facing. This is a fully interactive seminar aimed at owners and management.

Casey JohnsonStoneCastle Communications, Dundas, Ont.

Wednesday, January 12 cOnGrESS cOnfErEncE

OPERATIONAL ExCELLENCE / LEADERSHIP10:00 to 11:30 a.m.Winning Companies Need Superstar EmployeesGreat sports teams win with great athletes, and great companies are built on great people. Your success in the landscape industry is largely dependent on your ability to recruit, hire, and develop green industry superstars who can lead your company to the top of its market.

Mark Bradley Landscape Management Network, Markham, Ont.

TECHNICAL EDUCATION10:00 to 11:30 a.m.Greenroofs, Greenwalls and Raingardens An introduction to some of the hottest trends in the industry, this seminar will cover the basics of greenroofs, greenwalls, and raingardens. We will explore the different kinds of greenroofs, provide a basic review of greenroof construction, and discuss the costs

of different greenroof elements, as well as greenroof lifecycles.

Richard HellerGreener by Design, Pelham, New York

Landscape Ontario Annual General MeetingJoin your fellow members on Wednesday, January 12, 2011, 7:30 a.m.in the International Ballroom at the Doubletree by Hilton Toronto Airport, 655 Dixon Rd, Toronto. Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. with the meeting to commence at 8:00 a.m.

Please RSVP Kathleen Pugliese at 1-800-265-5656 ext 309 or fax 905-875-3942 or email: [email protected] by January 4, 2011.

Prosperity through engagement


TECHNICAL ExPERTISE12:00 to 1:30 p.m.Sustainable Design Using Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavement (PICP) SystemsWith today’s focus on sustainability, design-ers are looking at low-impact development principles that allow them to incorporate storm water management features like PICP into the environments they design. PICP systems con-serve space by combining paved surfaces with stormwater infiltration and retention features, thereby creating more green space or building opportunities. PICP increases site infiltration, helping maintain pre-development runoff vol-umes, and reduce peak flows, contaminants and time of concentration. The presentation will provide information on how PICP systems can qualify for LEED credits. It will review how a PICP system works and the information required to develop a site-specific design. This will be followed by a demonstration of how the Permeable Design Pro software is used to evaluate the hydrologic and structural require-ments for Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavement.

Rob Bowers, P.EngICPI, Uxbridge, Ont.

TECHNICAL ExPERTISE10:00 to 11:30Ornamental Grasses in the LandscapeThe presentation will focus on ornamental grasses that are hardy in Ontario, and how this material can be used in landscapes, including plantings for slope stabilization, waterline stabilization and restoration, rainwater run-off gardens, swimming ponds and other landscape design ap-plications. Susan will present examples of green roofs using ornamental grasses, how to use grasses in containers and discuss how conditions can change the winter hardiness of various cultivars. She will also present the most commonly used ornamental grasses as well as unusual varieties, and talk about invasive species and annual grasses for seasonal impact.

Sue Dyer, Kings Creek Trees and Ornamentals,Ashton, Ont.

CUSTOMERS FOR LIFE12:00 to 1:30 p.m.Creating a Customer-Focused CultureLearning how to focus your company on creating and sustaining lifelong customers starts with changing its culture to become more customer-focused. The process begins by recognizing the need to do so by senior management, followed by the implementa-tion of tools and strategies to realign the company. This session will provide attend-ees with proven management tools and market-based strategies, supplemented by real-life examples and situations to create customers for life.

Phil HarwoodPro-Motion Consulting LLC, Farmington, Mich.



LEADERSHIP12:00 to 1:30 p.m.Are We Putting Onthe Right Face?Issues such as climate change, water restric-tions, and sustainable gardening are up-front with the public. Are we as informed, and are we, as horticulture professionals, designing and planting sustainably? Does “Green for Life” mean what we think it does? Are outside forces pushing us back? Learn how truth in advertising in the green industry may be the thing that will set us apart as the real green thing on the block.

Belinda GallagherRoyal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ont.

LEADERSHIP12:00 to 1:30 p.m.Work-Life BalanceLong hours, as well as financial and time pressures, have caused landscaper burnout in too many. Do you find you do not have enough time with your family? Do you find it hard to keep reliable labour? Is your diet based on caffeine and fast food? Do you have trouble sleeping because your mind is going over all the things you need to do to-morrow? Will you make a lot of money, only to succumb to stress-related illness? This presentation gives you the tools to restore balance immediately, so you can enjoy the fullness of a successful life.

Sheila JamesWorkplace Safety and Prevention Services (WSPS), Ottawa, Ont.

LEADERSHIP2:00 to 3:30 p.m.A Career that’s Great for Life!This thought-provoking seminar will show you how to check the pulse of your business and career direction, using the Prosperity Pillars of: Sales Success, Financial Health, Developing Customers for Life, Professional Operations and Leadership Excellence.

Attendees will learn:• Reasons why businesses and careers get

stuck in comfort zones.• How to make sustainable changes in

business, employee management, and communication

• How to create a balanced team in your company.

Jacki Hart, CLPConsulting By Hart, Bracebridge, Ont.

OPERATIONAL ExCELLENCE2:00 to 3:30 p.m.Technology: Heavy Equipment BuiltforYourOfficeYour field crews depend on equipment for productivity, consistency and efficiency, so why should it be any different for your office staff? Mark will review some of the key sys-tems and technologies that have enabled his office to accomplish more with fewer people.

Mark BradleyLandscape Management NetworkMarkham, Ont.



TECHNICAL EDUCATION2:00 to 3:30 p.m.Techniques and Issues in Greenroof Installationand MaintenanceThe seminar will explore the types of green-roofs, and the proper tools and methods for installation, as well as techniques that have been developed during Richard Heller’s 14 years of greenroof installation. Maintenance issues and potential problems will also be highlighted.

Richard HellerGreener by Design, Pelham, New York

TECHNICAL EDUCATION2:00 to 3:30 p.m.If It’s Landscaping, Shouldn’t There Be Plants?With the trend towards more hardscaping, with BBQs and outdoor rooms rather than plants and grass, we need to examine how the green industry is viewed by potential cus-tomers, and how we must bring plants back into the landscape to strengthen biodiversity. An interactive component of the session will underline that plants are a key component of the industry and the more you know about

plants, the better you will be at your business.

Belinda GallagherRoyal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ont.

Wednesday ConferenCe sessions end

An authentic recreation of R&B, Blues, Motown and Classic Rock from

an eleven piece band, with a five piece horn section, and renowned band

members who have played with legendary Canadian bands.

Hosted by the Show Committee

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12, 2011

International Ballroom • Doubletree by Hilton Toronto Airport

Congress Trade Show Badge required for entry



Thursday, January 13 cOnGrESS cOnfErEncE

FINANCIAL HEALTH / OPERATIONAL ExCELLENCE10:00 to 11:30 a.m.Managing Your Company in a Tight Economy For years, the industry was able to run fat and sassy. Now the time has come to run lean and mean. In this program, Charles focuses on how to tighten up operations and identify ar-eas that make a difference and make a profit. Outline: • How many workers should I put on a job? • When should I be finished with the job I’m on?• How long should I be on this job?

• Equipment costing • Overhead recovery • Overhead allocation

Charles Vander KooiVander Kooi& Associates,Littleton, Colorado

TECHNICAL EDUCATION10:00 to 11:30 a.m.Construction Techniques and Permeable Interlocking Concrete Pavement (PICP) Systems PICP systems are a relatively new technology, being widely adopted by municipalities as an effective storm water management tool. PICP systems reduce the area required for development by combining paved surfaces like roads, parking lots and walkways with storm water detention, retention and infiltra-tion systems. This presentation will outline the differences in construction between PICP systems and conventional paver installations. It will focus on the materials and procedures used to build PICP systems. Details of the aggregates used and the types of interlocking concrete pavers will be presented. Site prepa-ration, placement of aggregates and pavers,

and compaction will also be discussed.

Rob Bowers, P.EngICPI, Uxbridge, Ont.

TECHNICAL EDUCATION10:00 to 11:30 a.m.Developments in Sustainable SitesThe Sustainable Sites initiative is an effort to quantify the attributes of a sustainable site, so designers, engineers, and landscape managers can measure their success in sustainability. The Sustainable Sites Initiative currently addresses design issues associated with soils, hydrology, vegetation, material se-lection and human health. This presentation will explain the Sustainable Sites Initiative and its most recent report, Guidelines and Performance Benchmarks Draft 2009, which is being tested on approximately 200 sites, including the Humber Arboretum Centre for Urban Ecology. The presentation will describe efforts to implement the program and provide examples of metrics to describe a sustain-able site, and how the metrics can be used in design, including economic incentives. As cur-rently envisioned, implementation will create voluntary, market-based incentives.

Melanie SiftonHumber College, Toronto, Ont.

SALES SUCCESS / TECHNICAL EDUCATION10:00 to 11:30 a.m.Chemical-Free Plants SellCustomers will pay more for plants and gardens that are free of chemicals. Learn how to create gardens for your clients that are not chemical-, fertilizer- or water-dependent. This seminar will teach you about perennials, give you a better understanding of insects, and sharpen your sales skills.




OPERATIONAL ExCELLENCE /LEADERSHIP / FINANCIAL HEALTH10:00 to 11:30 a.m.From the Trenches: Starting a Landscape Company from the Ground UpTake in a discussion a0mong a group of successful, dynamic young business owners on how to get started, survive and thrive in business. Learn the mistakes to avoid and the tips that will make your business grow in areas such as marketing, the realities of the early years with financing and money management, and the dangers of legalities, liabilities and all the small print that can trip you up.

PANELLISTS:Wolfegang Bonham, Peace, Love and Landscaping, Burlington, Ont. Mark Fisher, The Escarpment Company, Milton, Ont.

Ryan Heath, Ryan Heath Professional Landscaping, Newmarket, Ont.

Michael Van Dongen, Van Dongen’s Landscaping and Nurseries, Hornby, Ont.

Erin VanGilst, CREATE IT! Design and Installation, Ottawa, Ont.

LEADERSHIP1:00 to 2:30 p.m.Seven Things Contractors Always Ask Me After having spoken professionally to more than 200,000 green industry contractors, Charles Vander Kooi addresses his seven most-asked questions:

How should I organize my company? How should I deal with low-ballers? How much growth is good? How do I keep in control? Do I get the people first? Or the work? How do I figure equipment cost?Should I let supervisors own their own trucks and pay an allowance?

Charles Vander KooiVander Kooi & Associates, Littleton, Colorado

LEADERSHIP / OPERATIONAL ExCELLENCE1:00 to 2:30 p.m.The REAL Goods on Solving the People Problems in Your BusinessJacki Hart, a familiar speaker at Congress, is joined by Sharon Gilmour-Glover in this dynam-ic presentation. Business owners, managers and supervisors are guaranteed to leave with new ideas, ‘aha’ moments and exceptional solutions for the people problems in business. Join this powerful consulting team for the unveiling of their hot-off- the-press toolbox for next-generation keys to business success.

Jacki Hart CLP, Consulting by Hart, Bracebridge, Ont.Sharon Gilmour-Glover, Jump-Point, Burlington, Ont.

Speaker bios on page 31


TECHNICAL EDUCATION1:00 to 2:30 p.m.Horticulture as Therapy for Specialized PopulationsThis presentation will cover the dynamics of using horticulture as a therapeutic tool when working with specialized populations. Creation of the therapeutic environment, including indoor and outdoor gardens, will be discussed.

Mitchell Hewson, HTM, LT, RAHPHomewood Health Centre,Guelph, Ont.


TECHNICAL EDUCATION1:00 to 2:30 p.m.Sustainable Urban Forest Management PlanningThe presentation reviews Clark et al.’s 1997 criteria and indicators for urban forest sustainability, which consider the vegeta-tion resource, community framework and management approaches. It also presents updates and modifications to the original tables, developed by van Wassenaer and Kenney (in press) to improve their application in strategic planning. The presentation also discusses the development of a Strategic Urban Forest Management Plan for the Town of Oakville based on and around the criteria and indicators. This presentation also out-lines the strategic planning framework used in the preparation of the Oakville Plan, and presents it as a model applicable to commu-

nities of any size, interested in sustainably managing urban forest resources.

Philip van Wassenaer, BSc, MFC Urban Forest Innovations Inc., Mississauga, Ont.

FINANCIAL HEALTH1:00 to 2:30 p.m.Benchmarking Your OverheadOverhead costs can silently rob a business of profits. Owners need to pay attention to overhead and learn how to reduce these costs as much as possible. Take an in-depth look at how much you should be spending on overhead and how to control costs. The seminar will also provide a complete break-down of overhead costs, the percentages to apply, and how to reach predetermined benchmarks.


end of Thursday ConferenCe sessions

Feature Gardens

The display gardens at Congress 2011 are designed and constructed by students from Humber, Fanshawe, Niagara, St. Clair College and the Ridgetown Campus of the University of Guelph.


SPEaKEr BIOGRAPHIES

Ed BeaulieuEd is chief sustainability officer for Aquascape and was vice-president of field research. His construction and biology background was helpful in designing the Aquascape product line. Ed holds a B.S. in Zoology, with an emphasis in Limnology, and concentrated his master’s studies in Marine Biology.

Wolfegang BonhamWolfe started in the green industry as a hobby gardener, eventually joining Sean James of FernRidge Landscaping while pursuing certificates in Landscape Design and Horticulture from Mohawk College. After working as a nursery manager for Terra Greenhouses, he formed his own design/build company, Peace, Love, and Landscaping in Burlington, Ont. Wolfe is also one of the few certified Dry Stone Wallers in Canada, and sits on the Board of Directors for the Oakville Horticultural Society.

Robert Bowers, P.EngRob is the Director of Engineering for the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI) and has 20 years of experience in the hardscapes industry. He is respon-sible for programs that are directly related to the installation of interlocking concrete pavers, including the Contractor Education and Certification courses and the development and delivery of technical installation materials. Rob is responsible for overseeing the annual Hardscape North America trade show and conference.

Mark Bradley Mark Bradley is the founder and president of The Beach Gardener, a design-build-maintenance and snow and ice company in Toronto. He is equally well known for the management skills that helped him grow his business from start-up to an industry leader in 13 years. Recently, Mark founded the Landscape Management Network, a collection of tools, systems and education born out of his business, and now available online.

Dr. Michael BrownbridgeMichael is an insect pathologist specializing in biocon-trol and IPM strategies for insect pests in horticultural and agricultural crops. In 2009, he became Research Director, Horticultural Production Systems at the Vineland Research and Innovation Centre. Current research projects are focused on the development of procedures, products and know-how to enhance the performance and uptake of bio-based IPM strategies and to provide information on the production of new crops for Ontario’s horticulture industry.

Melodie CampbellMelodie began her business career with a Commerce degree from Queen’s University. She is a professional writer and popular speaker with three awards for her fiction and over 200 commercial publications. Currently, she is the executive director of Crime Writers of Canada, the national professional association for mystery writers.

Candace CarterCandace, an accomplished public speaker, is an artist, designer, entrepreneur, writer, and public speaker. She was educated in Fine Art and Agriculture at the Uni-versity of Guelph. She is also an expert gardener, with over 30 years’ experience, and is currently president of the Claremont Garden Club. As well, Candace is a partner and lead designer in a website management company, Back2Front.

Pamela CharbonneauPam is the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affair’s Turfgrass Specialist. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Horticulture and a Master of Science degree in Plant Breeding, from the University of Guelph. Pam is a frequent contributor to various Canadian turf magazines and publishes information on turf for the web. Recently, her research interests have been directed at finding viable pesticide alternatives that can be used on turf since Ontario’s Cosmetic Pesticide Ban Act was passed.

John ChisholmJohn is CEO and Partner of SB Partners in Burlington, Ont., where his specialties are auditing, tax services, strategic planning and business development. He also has a special interest in transition planning and family-owned businesses. A community-minded volunteer, John helped establish the Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice in Hamilton.

Greg ClarkeGreg is one of SB Partner’s foremost resources for assurance and advisory services, with experience in international accounting and corporate and investment banking. As well, Greg’s financial services background helps him understand the bank’s perspective.

Sue DyerSusan co- owns and operates an ornamental nursery and a tree farm where she experiments with the prop-agation of exotic and native species and cultivars of both conifers and other ornamental plant material such as grasses, thistles and heritage perennials — outside their native environments and temperate zones.


Beth Edney CLDBeth, a certified landscape designer, runs Designs by the Yard, specializing in urban gardens in the Toronto. She is past chair of Landscape Ontario’s Landscape Designer sector group and sits on its Congress com-mittee. Beth is also an advisor to the provincial govern-ment for the Horticulture Apprenticeship Program. She teaches part-time at Humber College, Niagara Parks School of Horticulture and at Landscape Ontario.

Mark FisherMark founded The Escarpment Company in 2006. The company’s vision and strategic plans are based on Landscape Ontario’s Prosperity Partners program. The Escarpment Company specializes in small- to medium-sized landscape construction in Milton and the surrounding area.

Roger Funk, PhDRoger is chief technical officer of The Davey Expert Tree Company. He developed Plant Health Care, a holistic approach to plant care that has been adopted by the green industry. He researched and designed Davey’s lawn care program and developed and patent-ed the Davey Customizer pesticide metering system. Dr. Funk’s research focus has been environmental issues, including soils, fertilization and pesticide reduction.

Belinda GallagherIn 2008, Belinda took on the role as Head of Horticul-ture at Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington/Hamilton, Ontario. She is responsible for 250 acres of cultivated gardens, along with horticultural outreach and hor-ticultural education. Her credentials include several years with Master Gardeners of Ontario, service as a certified horticulture and design judge, Landscape Ontario instructor and past editor of the Ontario Rock Garden Society Journal. She is currently co-instructing on-line in the University of Guelph Sustainable Urban Horticulture program.

Bill Gauley, P.EngBill is a professional engineer and a founder and partner of Veritec Consulting, located in Mississauga, Ont. Bill’s professional career has focused on water efficiency, including developing comprehensive water efficiency plans for large municipalities in Canada, completing industrial water audits, assisting in the development of water efficiency standards for the U.S. EPA and the country of Jordan, and, perhaps most notably, developing the Maximum Performance or MaP testing program.

Hank Gelderman, CLTHank, now an industry certified technician, started helping out at Jan Gelderman Landscaping when he was 12 years old. Since then, he oversaw the continu-ous growth of the company which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2005. He participates actively in his community, where he has been awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Flamborough Chamber of Commerce. At Landscape Ontario, he has served on such varied committees as Building Management and the Ontario Horticultural Trades Foundation.

Sharon Gilmour-GloverSharon is an experienced consultant, speaker and teacher specializing in leadership, strategy and change management. She is the co-founder of Jump-Point and worked with Jacki Hart CLP in the development of the Prosperity Partners program. Sharon is also chair of the Board of Directors of the Burlington Community Foundation.

Jacki Hart CLPJacki is currently president of her award-winning firm, Water’s Edge Landscaping, in Muskoka. She is treasurer of Landscape Ontario, as well as program development manager for the association’s Prosperity Partners program. She is an active partner in Jump-Point, an innovative consulting team, as well as presi-dent of Consulting by Hart. In addition, Jacki recently launched her new Clarity for the Boss program.

Phil Harwood CLPPhil began his career in the green industry. Prior to starting his consulting firm, he was a partner and vice president of a landscape management firm that he helped grow from zero to over $10 million in sales in just over eight years. In 2007, Phil founded Pro-Motion Consulting. He is also a Landscape Industry Certified Manager, PLANET Trailblazer, and a PLANET Supplier Member. He is a Certified Snow Professional and holds a Masters degree in Business Administration.

Ryan Heath BSc CLP CLTRyan has been operating his landscape construction business, Ryan Heath Landscaping, full-time since finishing university in 2003. He is actively involved in Landscape Ontario, sitting on boards and committees, and is an industry-certified manager and techni-cian. Ryan and his firm leverage technology to gain a competitive advantage in the market.

SPEaKEr BIOGRAPHIES


Nathan HelderNathan joined Gelderman Landscaping in 2006, and became president in 2007. He also volunteers in several forums. He is chair of The Environmental Stew-ardship Committee with Landscape Ontario, and past president of the Business Executive Organization. He is also an ACMO Associates Committee member and a Landscape Ontario Trade Show Committee member. Nathan has published several articles on landscaping and environmental stewardship.

Richard HellerFounder, CEO and CFO of Greener by Design, Richard has worked in all areas of the landscape industry; interior plants and orchids, floral design, as well as landscape design, installation and maintenance. He is a Landscape Industry Certified Manager and Techni-cian. Richard writes regular columns for The Pelham Weekly and The Landscaper. He has also written for PLANET advantage, and PLANET news.

Mitchell L. Hewson HTM LT RAHPMitchell, an award-winning author, was the first Regis-tered Horticultural Therapist to practice in Canada after completing his Master of Horticultural Therapy with the American Horticultural Therapy Association (AHTA). He was instrumental in initiating the Homewood Health Centre’s Horticultural Therapy Program in Guelph. In 2005, he also received the AHTA Rhea McCandliss Professional Service Award. He was also the first Canadian to receive the AHTA Publication Award for his book, Horticulture as Therapy.

Trevor Hood CA CBVTrevor is partner and vice-president of the Corporate Finance Division at SB Partners, practicing exclusively in the areas of business valuations and mergers and acquisitions. Trevor is a member of the Canadian Institute of Chartered Business Valuators and is also recognized by the Canadian Institute of Chartered Ac-countants as a specialist in business valuations.

Sheila JamesSheila has been a Farm Safety Consultant with Workplace Safety and Prevention Services (formerly the Farm Safety Association) for 18 years. Currently, she is based in Ottawa and responsible for Eastern Ontario. Sheila is also a Toastmaster, which adds to her presentations.

Casey A. JohnsonCasey, CEO of StoneCastle Communications, is a corporate communications specialist, strategic writer and media specialist. She is a business ambassador for the City of Hamilton and sits on AIESEC McMaster’s Board of Advisors. Casey’s success as a communica-tions specialist stems from her 15-year corporate communications and marketing experience, coupled with her journalism training.

Ron Koudys MEd OALA CSLA ASLA RLA (MI) CLDRon’s award-winning design firm, RKLA and Associ-ates in London, Ont., has been providing landscape architectural services around the globe for the past 25 years. As coordinator of Landscape Design at Fan-shawe College, Ron has built two nationally-recognized programs: Landscape Design and Horticulture Techni-cian. Additionally, Ron’s vision led to the creation of the College’s four-year applied degree in Integrated Land Planning Technology.

J. Paul LamarchePaul, author of the JPL Estimating System, has worked in the horticultural industry for over 25 years in almost every capacity from design, working onsite and supervising major projects to providing consultation services and offering estimating workshops on strate-gies to improve profitability. In 1986 he developed a job-costing system to serve as a management tool for his customers. This system became his book What the Market will Bare.

Chris LeConte CIC CLIAChris is founder and President of SMART Watering Systems. He is chair of Landscape Ontario’s irrigation sector group and the Irrigation Association Ambas-sador for Eastern Canada. Chris is a Certified Irrigation Contractor and a Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor, and received the 2009 Water Conservation award from Landscape Ontario. His company received the City of Toronto Environmental Awards of Excellence for 2008 and 2009 in the Water Efficiency Category.

Dave Maciulis CLDDave, a certified landscape designer, is the principal landscape designer and owner of Natural Landscape. He started his landscape career in 1990 and his expe-rience is based on over 20 years in public and private practice in landscape design and construction.

SPEaKEr BIOGRAPHIES


Johann ManenteJohann is the Supervisor of Public Education and Outreach with the Region of Peel. She has 15 years’ experience in the public sector, including seven years working in water efficiency and conservation. Johann oversees Peel’s Water Conservation Programs, includ-ing residential and commercial outdoor water use. Johann is the past chair of the Canadian Waste and Wastewater Association’s Water Efficiency Committee.

Kathy McAlpine SimsKathy McAlpine Sims is the Water Efficiency Program Manager for the Public Works Department of Halton Region. She is responsible for water efficiency in Halton, which includes programs such as the Low Flow Toilet Rebate Program, rain barrel sales, Halton Children’s Water Festival, and system leak detection.

Jeff McMann NPD ISA CLTJeff, a graduate of the Niagara Parks School of Horticulture, is the Supervisor of Forestry for the Town of Markham. He is also a certified landscape techni-cian and ISA arborist. Jeff also teaches at Landscape Ontario and regularly judged for Canada Blooms, Communities in Bloom, Landscape Ontario, America in Bloom and the CNLA National Awards.

Rosalind Reed APLDRosalind is principal of Rosalind Reed Associates, a residential landscape design firm headquartered in Chicago. She regularly speaks about profitability, busi-ness planning and landscape design and has spoken at many national and regional conferences including Genesis3 Pool and Patio Show and APLD’s national conference. Her design work has won many awards and has been featured in both national and regional publications.

Roberto SacilottoRoberto is with the Ministry of the Environment’s Op-erations Division in Kingston. As a Divisional Program Specialist, Roberto is involved with the ministry’s pesticide program including the implementation of the cosmetic pesticides ban.

Jeffrey ScottJeffrey Scott facilitates peer coaching groups for landscape professionals who want to transform and grow their businesses. Jeffrey grew up in the green industry — he doubled the size of his family’s design-build-maintain business to $10-million, by growing margins, improving client retention and greatly increasing professional referrals. He now helps others do the same.

Wendy Shearer OALA CSLA ASLA CAHPWendy is director of the award-winning firm Wendy Shearer Landscape Architect, a Division of MHBC Planning in Kitchener. Wendy has expertise in cultural heritage planning and restoration of historic sites.

David Shetlar PhDDavid is currently an Associate Professor of Urban Landscape Entomology at Ohio State University. He earned his BS and MS degrees in Zoology from the University of Oklahoma and his PhD in Entomology from Penn State. David also has industry experi-ence as the owner of the P.E.S.T. Co and a research scientist for Chemlawn Services Corp. He has taken part in more than 20 refereed publications, more than 100 reviewed journal articles, 14 book chapters, and 3 books.

Roy SiebenRoy works with owner-managed and private busi-nesses in a variety of industries including manufactur-ing, distribution and construction, helping to create wealth through effective tax and estate planning, and investment strategies. At SB Partners, Roy has built on his first-hand experience and management expertise as corporate controller of a national retail company to work with business owners.

Melanie Sifton NPD MPSMelanie is director of Humber Arboretum and Centre for Urban Ecology in Toronto. She has been working with the Sustainable Sites Initiative team to form guidelines and performance benchmarks for sustain-able landscapes, since 2008. A graduate of the Cornell Plantations Public Garden Leadership program, Mela-nie’s horticulture background includes the Niagara Parks Commission School of Horticulture, and Ontario Horticulture Technician Apprenticeship training.

Karl StenssonKarl, president of Sheridan Nurseries in Georgetown, Ont., is one of four people who has been awarded the President’s Ring from the Canadian Nursery and Landscape Association. The President’s Ring is given to individuals who volunteer and contribute to the in-dustry as a visionary and leader. Karl has also received Landscape Ontario’s Trillium Award and its Frank Ewald, Jr. Award, and is one of only seven Honorary Life Members of Landscape Ontario.

Aaron ToddAaron is a surface water scientist with the Ontario Ministry of the Environment where, for the last 10 years, he has been managing the province’s stream water quality monitoring programs. He has been study-ing pesticides in urban streams for the last three years.

SPEaKEr BIOGRAPHIES


Jody UrquhartJody has been presenting keynote addresses around the world for over 10 years. She is passionate about spreading the message of fun and meaningful work. She addresses over 40 organizations and associations each year. She is also the author of All Work and No SAY and writes a syndicated column called the Joy of Work, published in over 40 magazines and trade journals.

Michael Van DongenMichael grew up around the garden centre and land-scaping business at Van Dongen’s Landscaping and Nurseries in Hornby, Ont. Upon completing Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Economics degrees, he returned to the garden centre. Then he accepted valuable opportunities in the financial sector in Canada and the industrial sector in Asia. These experiences sharpened his entrepreneurial spirit when he returned to his roots at the garden centre, where he focuses on operational development.

Phillip van Wassenaer BSc MFCPhilip is the principal consulting arborist and founder of Urban Forest Innovations. He has over 20 years of experience as a practicing arborist, has been ISA-cer-tified since 1996 and is a member of the a.m.erican Society of Consulting Arborists. He has served as president of the Ontario Urban Forest Council. In 2009, Philip was a recipient of the ISA True Professionals of Arboriculture award in recognition of his commitment to education and the advancement of arboriculture.

Charles Vander KooiCharles delivered his first seminar over 25 years ago. He coupled his true-life experiences as a professional estimator and contractor with stand-up comedy and a little fire and brimstone. He has bid over a billion dol-lars in work over his career. Charles speaks at an aver-age of 80 trade shows, conventions and associations each year, across the U.S., Canada, Latin America, England, and Australia. He has authored several books, and his seminars are available on audio as well as video. In 2003 he created HardScape magazine.

Erin VanGilstErin established Create it!, a garden design, installa-tion, maintenance and consulting firm in Williamsburg, Ont., in 2008. Create it!’s vision is to provide quality service, from consultation to installation.

Cam Wilson BSc AgCam is vice-president and chief technical officer for Neudorff North america, located on Vancouver Island in B.C. For the past 17 years, Cam has worked in the research, development and commercialization of Neudorff products for the Canadian and U.S. turf/ornamental, agriculture and lawn-and-garden markets. Neudorff, a German-based company, is a leader in developing bio-rational pesticide products for global markets.

David Wright CLP OALA ISADavid is president of Wright Landscape Services in Bloomingdale, Ont. He is a Certified Landscape Profes-sional, Landscape Architect and ISA-certified arborist.

Paul ZammitPaul, the director of horticulture for the Toronto Botanical Garden, is a well-known plantsman, with 20 years’ experience in the industry. Prior to that, he was the perennial plant manager at Plant World in Toronto. He lectures and teaches both in Canada and the US. among his many accomplishments, Zammit has been the Canadian Regional Director of the Perennial Plant Association (PPA) since 2003.

Damian Zawicki CIEDamian, a certified irrigation engineer, is in charge of technical training for John Deere Landscapes. He is an adjunct professor at Oakland Community College where he teaches Irrigation Design and Construction and often speaks at Michigan State University’s Hor-ticulture Program. He lectures throughout the country on irrigation design, pumps, rain water harvesting, drip irrigation and troubleshooting. He has several published articles, including in The Landsculptor and Turf Magazine.

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BARKMAN CONCRETE LTD ......................................1634BARRACUDA INC ...................................................1243BARRETO MANUFACTURING ...................................412ABARRETT MARKETING GROUP ...................................570BARRETT MARKETING GROUP LTD .................................9BATTLEFIELD EQUIPMENT RENTALS...........................766BAUM PUBLICATIONS INC ........................................ 411BAUMALIGHT BY: MTB MFG INC ..............................676ABENCO MANUFACTURING.................................... 1543BBERKELMANS WELDING & MANUFACTURING INC ........23BEST WAY STONE LTD ...............................................268BLAKLADER WORKWEAR ..........................................365BLUE SKY NURSERY LTD ......................................... 1217BOBCAT COMPANY ....................................................99BOBCAT OF HAMILTON LTD .......................................99ABOCK INC ................................................................472

BOSMAN HOME FRONT INC ......................................129BOT AGGREGATES LIMITED .......................................436BOTIKI INC ............................................................1527BOULDERS STONE SUPPLY INC ...............................1632BOUNDARY FENCHING + RAILING SYSTEMS INC ..........74BRADSTONE ..........................................................1121BRAMPTON BRICK LTD .............................................320BRAUN NURSERY LTD .............................................1235BRICKSTOP CORP ....................................................537BROOKDALE TREELAND NURSERIES LTD....................453BROOKLIN CONCRETE ............................................1512BROWN MFG ...................................................... 1546BBROWN’S CONCRETE ...............................................364BROWN’S FUELS ....................................................1102C & M AQUATICS LIMITED .......................................GF32CADMAN POWER EQUIPMENT LTD .............................247CALCO SOILS ...........................................................340CAN a.m. PRECAST PRODUCTS LTD .........................1343CANADA BAMBOO COMPANY (THE).........................2105CANADA POWER TECHNOLOGY - CPT .........................548CANADALE NURSERIES LTD ....................................1212CANADIAN COBBLE SYSTEMS .................................1149CANADIAN EQUIPMENT OUTFITTERS .......................1621CANADIAN FENCE INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION (CFIA) ... F01ACANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY ....................1335CANADIAN NURSERY LANDSCAPE ASSOCIATION ..........5ACANADIAN SALT COMPANY LTD. (THE) .......................169CANNOR NURSERIES LTD .......................................1408CARLTON CHIPPERS & STOMPERS ..........................361ACASE IH DEALERS ....................................................282CAST LIGHTING LLC ...............................................1132CENTRAL IRRIGATION SUPPLY OF CANADA INC ........1108CHAPIN TANK SPRAYERS ........................................561ACHEROKEE MFG ....................................................1250CHRYSLER CANADA INC ...............................................3CJ BLOWERS............................................................167CLARITY FOR THE BOSS/JUMP-POINT .....................1107CLOTURES DIRECTES INC .........................................F12CMG BUILDING SOLUTIONS ......................................449COMMANDER INDUSTRIES .......................................250COMMUNITIES IN BLOOM - ONTARIO .......................GF15CONDEROC INC .......................................................670CONNECT EQUIPMENT CORPORATION....................... 708, 712, 1502,1506CONNIDI ...............................................................382ACONNON NURSERIES/ AVK NURSERY HOLDINGS .....2101CONNON NURSERIES/ CBV HOLDINGS LTD................560CONNON NURSERIES/ NVK HOLDINGS INC.... 1456, 1469CORIX WATER PRODUCTS .........................................541CORNELL CONSTRUCTION LTD ................................GF11CUB CADET .............................................................632CUBEX LIMITED .....................................................1570CURV-RITE INC ..........................................................S9CUTRIGGER PADS ................................................. 133CDAKOTA TREE TRANSPLANTER...................................667DARBY MANUFACTURING (SUDBURY) LIMITED ..........109DAY & CAMPBELL LIMITED .....................................2109DECK MASTERS OF CANADA ...................................1602DEER FENCE CANADA INC ......................................GF39DEERBUSTERS ........................................................ F00DEL EQUIPMENT LTD ................................................104DELAWARE PUMP AND PARTS LTD ............................165DEN-MAR BRINES ....................................................477DEVTRA INC .............................................................820DFK EQUIPMENT SALES INC .....................................874DIAMOND SYSTEMS INC .........................................1660DICKSON EQUIPMENT ..............................................334DITEQ CORPORATION ...............................................551DOMAX CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT ........................212DONWAY FORD.....................................................1366A

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DRIVETEC ................................................................246DUKE (GC) EQUIPMENT LTD .............................. 1543, 1546, 1642, 1756, 1762DURACRAFT CANADA INC .........................................439DUTCHMASTER NURSERIES LTD .............................1566DYNABLAST .......................................................... 165GDYNAMATRIX - DIV OF GAGRO CORPORATION.............377DYNASCAPE SOFTWARE .........................................1218DYNE INDUSTRIES INC .............................................546EARTHWORKS .......................................................1232EASTERN FARM MACHINERY LTD ..............................382EASY PRO POND PRODUCTS .....................................141EASY-FLO ..............................................................GF44ECHO POWER EQUIPMENT (CANADA) .................... 8, 718ECO LAWN .............................................................482AECO SOLUTIONS (MILTON) INC .................................GF8ECO WOOD PRODUCTS LTD .......................................543ECOMAT DISTRIBUTION INC......................................F23ECOVAL HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS INC ................GF46ED’S CONCRETE PRODUCTS LTD .............................1136ELIET USA INC .........................................................412ELOQUIP LTD ............................................... 1272, 1366ENGAGE AGRO .......................................................1352ENVIROBOND PRODUCTS CORP ..............................1113ENVIRONMENTAL FACTOR INC / EFI ........................GF42ENVIRONS WHOLESALE NURSERY ...........................1526EVERPLAY INSTALLATION INC ....................................432E-Z-GO ................................................................ 1762AEZ-GRASS, INC. .....................................................1252FAIRFIELD TREE NURSERIES INC .............................1142FAIRGREEN SOD FARMS LTD ...................................1431FANSHAWE COLLEGE ......................................... E38, 34FEDERATED INSURANCE ........................................... F01FENCAST INDUSTRIES LTD ........................................ F21FENCE ARMOR ......................................................... F18FERN RIDGE LANDSCAPING ......................................234FERRIS INDUSTRIES INC ..........................................518FIBRAMULCH ............................................................24FIMCO ...................................................................165IFIORI ................................................................... 382CFIRST CONCRETE LTD ...............................................468FIVE STAR MANUFACTURING .................................. 165FFLAGPAVE INC .........................................................S10FLAMBEAU FLUID SYSTEMS .....................................569FORD-TRUCKS - OAKLAND FORD .......................... 1642BFORTRESS IRON RAILING AND FENCE SYSTEMS .........F26FOUNTAIN PLACE CO. LTD. ........................................473FOX HOLLOW FARMS ..............................................1324FRENSCH (C) LTD ...................................................1139FS PARTNERS, A DIVISION OF GROWMARK, INC. ......1203FUTURE ROADS SOLUTIONS ......................................GF9FYFE (ALLAN) EQUIPMENT LTD ..................................361G & B PORTABLE FABRIC BUILDINGS ........................157G R DISTRIBUTORS INC ............................................553G&L GROUP OF COMPANIES ...................................1567GARDENLINK INC .....................................................464GENERAL MOTORS OF CANADA ...................................32GENERAL SEED COMPANY (2000) LTD.....................1204GIANT VAC MANUFACTURING ...............................1543EGLENN WALTERS NURSERY .....................................1428GLOBAL ARCH INC ...................................................418GLOBAL ELECTRONIC SUPPLIES INC. ......................1465GREAT NORTH OUTDOOR PRODUCTS .........................552GREEN ROOFS FOR HEALTHY CITIES ..........................E54GREEN TOUCH INDUSTRIES INC ................................232GREENHORIZONS GROUP OF FARMS LTD (THE) .......1260GRO-BARK (ONTARIO) LTD ........................................328GROWER’S CHOICE ..................................................577GROWTH PRODUCTS ........................................... 1265CHANES GEO COMPONENTS .......................................860

HANNAY ............................................................... 165HHANSON HARDSCAPE PRODUCTS .............................648HARKNESS EQUIPMENT LTD ...................................2018HARSHA STONE INDUSTRIES ..................................1732HILLTOP STONE & SUPPLY ......................................1251HISTREE.NET INC ...................................................1346HIWAY .................................................................1543EHOLDER OF NORTH a.m.ERICA ................................1506HOLLAND IMPORTS INC ...........................................533HORST WELDING / a.m.I ATTACHMENTS ......................S7HORTICULTURAL ASSOCIATES OF ROCHESTER .........1205HORTICULTURAL MARKETING INC ................. 1158, 1159HORTPROTECT INSURANCE ....................................... 5BHUNTER INDUSTRIES INC./FX LUMINAIRE ................434HUSQVARNA CANADA CORPORATE .........................1652HUSTLER TURF EQUIPMENT ....................................570AHUTCHESON SAND & MIXES .................................. OP22HVP CANADA INC ..................................................... F14HYDROMANN ........................................................ 382BHYDRO-RAIN ............................................................243HYDRO-SOURCE SALES LTD ......................................481HYPRO ..................................................................165EINCLUDE SOFTWARE ..............................................1231INCRETE SYSTEMS; DIV OF EUCLID CANADA ..............339INFRASTRUCTURES ...................................................69IN-LITE DESIGN CORPORATION ...............................1625INNOVATION INITIATIVE COOPERATIVE INC .................E52INNOVATIVE SURFACE SOLUTIONS ..........................GF52INTEGRATED APPLIANCES LTD ................................2115INTELLIGENT OFFICE ................................................637INVESTORS GROUP FINANCIAL SERVICES - TORONTO 2010IRON EAGLE INDUSTRIES INC ................................... F11IRRIGATION DIRECT ...............................................1624ISUZU COMMERCIAL TRUCK CANADA .........................15J & J TRAILERS .........................................................578JACOBSEN TURF PRODUCTS ................................ 1543GJB&D COMPANY LTD ..............................................1266JDJ TRAILER MANUFACTURERS INC ...........................772JOE JOHNSON EQUIPMENT INC .................................653JOHN DEERE LANDSCAPES LTD .................................132JOHN DEERE LTD ..........................................728A, 728BJPL VEHICLE LEASING SERVICES ............................. 1116JUNGLE JIM’S ACCESSORY PRODUCTS ..................1265AKAM’S GROWERS SUPPLY ........................................510KATO’S NURSERY (2007) LTD .................................1224KAWARTHA ROCK QUARRY INC ...............................1145KEN BEGG NURSERY SALES INC ..............................1133KENDALL HILL NURSERY, INC .................................1350KESMAC BROUWER TURF EQUIPMENT ......................571KING CITY TRAILERS ................................................260KING PACKAGED MATERIALS CO ...............................635KIOTI TRACTOR - DIV OF DAEDONG USA, INC ............1750KLEINBURG NURSERY ............................................1228KNECHT LANDSCAPE ASSOCIATES LTD ....................1327KOBES NURSERIES INC ..........................................1313KOOY BROTHERS LAWN EQUIPMENT LTD ...................111KOPPERT CANADA LTD ...........................................1423KRAUS NURSERIES LTD ..........................................1556KROWN RUST CONTROL SYSTEMS .............................854KUBOTA CANADA LTD ...............................................686L&R SHELTERS INC ................................................1230LAHMAN PRECAST CONCRETE INC ..........................1209LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT NETWORK ......................166LANDSCAPE ONTARIO RESOURCE CENTRE .....................5LANDSCAPE SAFETY INC ............................................72LANDSOURCE ORGANIX LTD .....................................547LANING (ROBERT H)& SONS LTD ...............................868LASTEC MANUFACTURING ................................... 1543GLASTEC MANUFACTURING ................................... 1543HLAWN SOLUTIONS ............................................... 1546D

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LAYFIELD GEOSYNTHETICS & INDUSTRIAL FABRICS LTD .................................609LEDEX IND./AVALANCHE ..........................................508LEMAR TREE SPADES .............................................1248LIGHTNING EQUIPMENT SALES INC ............................ N1LIMBERLOST STONE INC ........................................1525LIMESTONE TRAIL COMPANY LTD ..............................147LINNAEA NURSERIES LTD .......................................1419LINZEL DISTRIBUTING ............................................1507LITTLE WONDER .....................................................718ALUBO LIGHTING INT’L INC .......................................1842LYNEX .................................................................. 382DMACCAFERRI CANADA LTD .....................................1105MAKE-WAY PLASTICS LTD. ........................................GF4MANCHESTER PRODUCTS ......................................1434MANKAR DISTRIBUTING INC ................................... 1101MAPEL LEASE FINANCIAL SERVICES .........................862MAPLE FARM SUPPLY LTD ......................................1118MAPLE LEAF NURSERY LTD .....................................1453MAR-CO CLAY PRODUCTS INC...................................138MARTEK CORPORATION INC ................................... 1414MASONAL STONE INC ............................................. 1517MASSARELLI’S ......................................................1154MASSEY FERGUSON .................................................712MASTER HALCO CORP .............................................. F19MCARTHUR FENCE.................................................1425MCCLOSKEY INTERNATIONAL ................................. 1766MCCONNELL-SPADAFORA INC ..................................561MEDALLION FENCE LTD ............................................F04MEEKER’S AQUACULTURE ......................................GF49MEGADOME / HARNOIS INDUSTRIES ......................1130MERSINCO INC ......................................................1725MERV’S PATIOS & SHEWANS ORNAMENTS ..............1202MESHWEAR TECHNOLOGIES INC...............................228MICASTONE.COM - NATURSTONE CORPORATION .......151MILLER COMPOST - THE MILLER GROUP....................346MILLGROVE PERENNIALS .......................................1432MILLROAD MANUFACTURING ...................................768MINISTRY OF THE ENVIRONMENT ............................GF38MISKA TRAILERS .......................................................35MITSUBISHI FUSO TRUCK OF a.m.ERICA, INC ..............13MOBILE MATTS ..................................................... 133BMODERN FENCE TECHNOLOGIES ..............................F25MORI NURSERIES LTD ..............................................428MORSELLI ...........................................................1546EMS SPRAYER INC; DIV. OF RAD TECHNOLOGIES INC. 1255MULCHIT INC.........................................................1412MULLIGAN MARKETING GROUP ................................. 5CMULTI SHELTER SOLUTIONS ...................................1420MUNGER LAWNSCAPE INC .....................................GF43NATIONAL CONCRETE ACCESSORIES .........................568NATURAL INSECT CONTROL ....................................GF26NEBS PAYweb.ca .....................................................312NEWROADS NATIONAL LEASING ..................................71NEWTONBROOK BLOCK & SUPPLY CO LTD .................446NIAGARA COLLEGE .................................................. E51NINCOMPOOP FARMS INC ......................................GF12NISCO NATIONAL LEASING .........................................5ANIVELTEX CANADA INC. ............................................380NLS PRODUCTS .....................................................GF23NORLEANS TECHNOLOGIES INC ................................187NORTON ABRASIVES O/A SAINT GOBAIN ABRASIVES CANADA INC ....................1628NORWESCO ........................................................... 165JNURSERY SOD GROWERS ASSOCIATION OF ONTARIO ...E2NUTRITE ................................................................2008OHIO STEEL ...........................................................165COLYMPIA FABRIC STRUCTURES ................................655OMAFRA - ONTARIO MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS ..................................................E4

OMEGA II FENCE SYSTEMS .......................................F08ONTARIO FEDERATION OF ANGLERS AND HUNTERS ......E7ONTARIO MINISTRY OF TRAINING, COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES ...............................E55ONTARIO ONE CALL ................................................1229ONTARIO PARKS ASSOCIATION ................................ OP1ONTARIO REGIONAL COMMON GROUND ALLIANCE (ORCGA) ........................................................1214ONTARIO SAFETY SURFACING ...................................276ONTARIO SAWDUST SUPPLIES LTD ............................341ONTARIO SEED CO LTD ...........................................1134ONTARIO TREE SEED PLANT - MINSITRY OF NATURAL RESOURCES .....................................................343ONTARIO TURFGRASS RESEARCH FOUNDATION - GUELPH TURFGRASS INSTITUTE .............................................E10OREGON DISTRIBUTION LTD ...................................1606ORGANIC EXPRESS INC ............................................451ORIS GROUP ............................................................512OUTDOOR SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT INC ..............1265OUTFRONT PORTABLE SOLUTIONS - A DIVISION OF ALL .... COVER PORTABLE SYSTEMS ..............................528PACIFIC RIM BRACKETS LTD ...................................1503PCI .....................................................................1150PEBBLEMAN NATURAL STONE (THE) .........................615PEETERS (JM) NURSERIES LTD ...............................1353PERENNIAL PLANT ASSOCIATION (PPA) .....................E53PERMACON INC .....................................................1532PERMALOC CORPORATION .......................................613PESTICIDE INDUSTRY COUNCIL - PIC .........................E57PHOENIX MEASUREMENT SOLUTIONS INC .................153PICKSEED CANADA INC ..........................................1520PINE (C) ASSOCIATES INC ......................................1124PJ CANADA INC. ..................................................... 2111PLANT PRODUCTS CO LTD .......................................GF47PLEASURE-WAY POOLS ............................................649PLS INSOLES .........................................................2108PLUGR AERATORS ................................................. 482BPOOLS, SPAS & PATIOS ............................................647POWER SOURCE CANADA ....................................... 1713PREMIER TECH BIOTECHNOLOGIES ........................GF53PRESTIGE IRON WORKS ........................................ 564BPRICELESS PRODUCTS LANDSCAPE DEPOT ............... 717PRO FLEET CARE ......................................................822PRO LANDSCAPE BY DRAFIX SOFTWARE .................... 417PRO TECH ENGINEERING INC ..................................1858PROFESSIONAL LAWN CARE ASSOCIATION OF ON ........E9PROLINE EQUIPMENT: DIVISION OF HERITAGE OAK FARM, INC ..............................................1427PRO-POWER CANADA INC .........................................482PUTZER (M) HORNBY NURSERY LTD ........................1424Q & Z NURSERY INC ...............................................1562QUALITY FERTILIZERS INC ........................................476QUALITY SEEDS LTD ...............................................1433QUEST AUTOMOTIVE LEASING SERVICES ...................224R&D CHEMICAL SOLUTIONS LTD .............................1468RAYCO WOOD & DEBRIS PRODUCTS ......................1756ARECREATION PLAYSYSTEMS .................................. OP27REGION OF PEEL .............................................. 474, 475REIST INDUSTRIES INC .............................................372RICHARDSON’S PINENEEEDLE FARMS ....................1131RIDGETOWN COLLEGE - UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH ..........76RIGBE’S QUARRY ...................................................1529RIGHTDRIVE INC. .....................................................146RITTENHOUSE SINCE 1914 .....................................1533RIVERBEND FARMS (ONTARIO) LTD .........................1258ROB-ENS EQUIPMENT INC ........................................179ROMA FENCE LTD ............................................. F30, 564ROTODAIRON ...................................................... 1543DROYAL BOTANICAL GARDENS ....................................E39RTF TURF PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION ......................1418

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RTS HOME ACCENTS ............................................. OP25RYAN (CGC) LAWNCARE PRODUCTS ..................... 1546CSABLE MARCO INC.................................................1128SALSCO............................................................... 1543JSAN JUAN POOLS ...................................................2004SANTERRA STONECRAFT ........................................1312SCHILLER GROUNDS CARE ...................................1546ASCP DISTRIBUTORS .................................................137SEAL KING INC.......................................................1643SESTER FARMS INC ...............................................1247SGI LIGHTING ........................................................1226SHADY LANE TREE CARE ...........................................566SHERCOM INDUSTRIES INC .................................... 2110SHERIDAN NURSERIES ...........................................1342SHORELINE STONE & GARDEN CENTRE LTD ...............407SKYFUEL INC. ..........................................................GF3SLOAN’S NURSERY AND CHRISTMAS TREES ............1221SMALE (WR) CO (1979) LTD .....................................128SMITHCO ........................................................... 1543KSNAPPER PRO .......................................................518ASNOW & ICE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION INC...........567SNO-WAY INTERNATIONAL ....................................1642ASOFSURFACES INC ................................................663ASOLUTIONS AQUASOL ............................................1233SOMERVILLE NURSERIES INC .................................1565SOMERVILLE SEEDLINGS .......................................1462SOUTHLAND INSURANCE SERVICE INC ....................1320SPAARGAREN (WJ) ..............................................1142ASPECIMEN TREES WHOLESALE NURSERIES LTD .......2104SPORTS TURF ASSOCIATION (THE) ..............................E5ST CLAIR COLLEGE ...................................................E37ST WILLIAMS NURSERY & ECOLOGY CENTRE ...........1409STAM NURSERIES ..................................................1328STENS CANADA..........................................................84STEWART’S EQUIPMENT LTD ......................... N3, N5, 101STIHL LIMITED .......................................................1826STONE DECORATIVE ...............................................1626STONE ROX ..........................................................1121ASTONE-LINK CORP ...................................................608STONEMEN’S VALLEY INC .......................................1337STONESAVER ...........................................................549STONESCAPE QUARRY INC .......................................534STRONGCO EQUIPMENT ...........................................660STRUCTURE STUDIOS.............................................2107SUNNYWEI (STONE) INTERNATIONAL INC ................1242SURE-LOC ALUMINUM EDGING /WOLVERINE TOOLS 1351SWEEPSTER ........................................................ 1543LSWP INDUSTRIES INC .............................................. F17SYLVITE AGRI-SERVICES LTD. .................................. 1317SYNLAWN CANADA ................................................. 1117TALK WIRELESS INC (ORGANETRICS.COM) ................173TANDESKI ASSOCIATES INC ....................................1123TD RETAIL CARD SERVICES .......................................514TECHNISEAL ............................................................744TECHNO METAL POST ENGINEERING .........................236TECHO-BLOC INC ................................................... 1742TEEJET .................................................................. 165DTEREX CORPORATE a.m.ERICAS ..................................90TERRAFIX GEOSYNTHETICS INC .................................529THAMES VALLEY BRICK & TILE/ BUILDING PRODUCTS .....................................1466THERMA GREEN INC ...............................................GF19TIANJIN BOTEDA INTERNATIONAL TRADE CO., LTD ...... F16TORO COMPANY (THE)..............................................112TORO COMPANY (THE)..............................................116TORONTO SALT & CHEMICALS LTD ..........................1219TOTAL EQUIPMENT RENTALS .......................................86TRACKLESS VEHICLES LTD ........................................160TRADEWINDS INTERNATIONAL SALES CO INC...........1321TRANSPAVE INC ..................................................... 1761

TRAVALE TIRE & SERVICE INC. ....................................81TRECAN SNOWMELTERS .........................................1618TREE ISLAND INDUSTRIES LTD ..................................F09TREEGATOR - SPECTRUM PRODUCTS, INC. ..............GF35TRIPLE H CONCRETE PRODUCTS LTD .......................1166TRIPLE M SERVICES .................................................163

TRUCK CRAFT INC ....................................................159TRYSTAN ...................................................................S4TS BENEFIT SOLUTIONS ..........................................2011TUFF TECH BAGS ....................................................GF29TURBO TECHNOLOGIES ............................................719TURF CARE PRODUCTS CANADA ................216, 316, 318TURF MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS/TRULY NOLEN PEST CONTROL ............................................... 1617TURF REVOLUTION ........................................... 618, GF1TURFCO MFG ......................................................1543MTURFMAKER CORP ...................................................479TWIN EQUIPMENT LTD ............................................1724TYMETAL CORP ........................................................ F10TYNE MOULDS AND MACHINERY CO LTD ..................1151UNILOCK LTD .........................................................1356UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH - KEMPTVILLE CAMPUS ........E56UPPER CANADA STONE CO LTD ...............................1361UXBRIDGE NURSERIES LTD ....................................1234VAN NOORT BULB CO LTD .........................................347VANDEN BUSSCHE IRRIGATION ........................ 350, 351VENTRAC BY VENTURE PRODUCTS INC ....................1502VERBINNEN’S NURSERY LTD ...................................1316VERMEER CANADA INC ............................................440VERSAMATS ..........................................................133AVERTI-DAWN ....................................................... 1543CVIA TRAILERS LTD.....................................................810VINELAND RESEARCH AND INNOVATION CENTRE ........E11VISSERS NURESRY & SOD FARM .............................1332VOTH SALES & SERVICES INC ...................................884VRE GREENHOUSE SYSTEMS ....................................360WACKER NEUSON LTD ..............................................184WAJAX INDUSTRIES .................................................142WALKER EQUIPMENT LTD .........................................408WALLENSTEIN BY: EMB MFG INC ..............................676WATSON BUILDING SUPPLIES.................................1447WATSON WHEEL .......................................................367WEBER MT (WEBER MACHINE, INC) ..........................103WHITEOAK FORD LINCOLN SALES LTD .....................1112WILLIAM WALLACE GARDEN FURNITURE INC .............454WILLOWBROOK NURSERIES INC ...............................760WINKELMOLEN NURSERY LTD .................................1308WOODBRIDGE EQUIPMENT PARTS INC ......................447WORKPLACE SAFETY & PREVENTION SERVICES FORMERLY FARM SAFETY ASSOCIATION INC ..................... 1172WRIGHT COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS ...........................150XERO FLOR CANADA LTD .........................................GF13YORK REGION EQUIPMENT ........................... 1167, 2003ZANDER SOD CO LTD ..............................................1336

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