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LE013-DU: Skid-Steer Certification Training
A seminar for employers who want to undertake due diligence and for individuals who want to learn how to operate a skid steer safely and correctly. Instruction will include basic operator safety, inspection, and equipment features in accordance with applicable OHSA and regulations and equipment manufacturers' guidance. Each participant will undergo classroom evaluation in a simulated job site environment.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the operator, even after completing the training, to review the specific device they will be operating.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $190.00
Non-member price: $265.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals 411 Bloor West, Oshawa (905) 404-8411
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Wednesday October 15, 2025 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
A seminar for employers who want to undertake due diligence and for individuals who want to learn how to operate a skid steer safely and correctly. Instruction will include basic operator safety, inspection, and equipment features in accordance with applicable OHSA and regulations and equipment manufacturers' guidance. Each participant will undergo classroom evaluation in a simulated job site environment.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the operator, even after completing the training, to review the specific device they will be operating.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $190.00
Non-member price: $265.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals 411 Bloor West, Oshawa (905) 404-8411
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Wednesday October 15, 2025 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
LBM167: NEW - Level Up Your Snow Business
This half day seminar will cover equipment maintenance, safety training, SOPs, recruiting, route management, site prep, customer engagement, contracts, budgeting, and strategic planning.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $80.00
Non-member price: $143.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Representative from Nextra Consulting
Date: Thursday October 16, 2025 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
This half day seminar will cover equipment maintenance, safety training, SOPs, recruiting, route management, site prep, customer engagement, contracts, budgeting, and strategic planning.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $80.00
Non-member price: $143.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Representative from Nextra Consulting
Date: Thursday October 16, 2025 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
LE013: Skid-Steer Certification Training
A seminar for employers who want to undertake due diligence and for individuals who want to learn how to operate a skid steer safely and correctly. Instruction will include basic operator safety, inspection, and equipment features in accordance with applicable OHSA and regulations and equipment manufacturers' guidance. Each participant will undergo classroom evaluation in a simulated job site environment.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the operator, even after completing the training, to review the specific device they will be operating.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $190.00
Non-member price: $265.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals, 89 Hear Lake Rd. South, Brampton - For directions only call 416-679-4179
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Wednesday October 22, 2025 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
A seminar for employers who want to undertake due diligence and for individuals who want to learn how to operate a skid steer safely and correctly. Instruction will include basic operator safety, inspection, and equipment features in accordance with applicable OHSA and regulations and equipment manufacturers' guidance. Each participant will undergo classroom evaluation in a simulated job site environment.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the operator, even after completing the training, to review the specific device they will be operating.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $190.00
Non-member price: $265.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals, 89 Hear Lake Rd. South, Brampton - For directions only call 416-679-4179
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Wednesday October 22, 2025 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
LE012-KW: Chainsaw Training
To promote the safety of landscape professionals using chainsaws, the MOL requires training on safe chainsaw operation by a competent instructor. This two-day seminar satisfies that requirement.
Day 1 will cover:
*Safety
*Operation
*Maintenance
Day 2 will cover:
*Hands on
*Sharpening
*Cutting/bucking limbs/logs
NOTE: The condition of the chainsaw is an important requirement for this training. For participants to effectively learn in a safe environment, their chainsaw must be in safe operational order. Saws that do not meet the requirements below will not be approved for use during the seminars.
-Functioning chain brake and rear trigger interlock.
-Front and rear handles must be free of structural cracks.
-No fuel leaks present.
-Chain catcher tab/pin is present and intact.
Each participant will required to supply and bring:
Chainsaw.
CSA approved work boots.
CSA approved hardhat in good condition.
CSA approved safety eye wear.
Chainsaw pants or chaps approved for use in Ontario.
Hearing protection (muff style or in-ear).
Leather gloves, flat file, depth gauge tool, round file, file holder.
Chainsaw wrench (scrench).
Fuel and chain oil in appropriate containers.
Lunch not included.
LO member price: $320.00
Non-member price: $570.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Allgreen Tree Service 155 Union St. Elmira for directions call 519-669-0857
Instructor: Mike Hayes, Allgreen Tree Service
Dates: Tuesday November 4, 2025 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday November 5, 2025 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
To promote the safety of landscape professionals using chainsaws, the MOL requires training on safe chainsaw operation by a competent instructor. This two-day seminar satisfies that requirement.
Day 1 will cover:
*Safety
*Operation
*Maintenance
Day 2 will cover:
*Hands on
*Sharpening
*Cutting/bucking limbs/logs
NOTE: The condition of the chainsaw is an important requirement for this training. For participants to effectively learn in a safe environment, their chainsaw must be in safe operational order. Saws that do not meet the requirements below will not be approved for use during the seminars.
-Functioning chain brake and rear trigger interlock.
-Front and rear handles must be free of structural cracks.
-No fuel leaks present.
-Chain catcher tab/pin is present and intact.
Each participant will required to supply and bring:
Chainsaw.
CSA approved work boots.
CSA approved hardhat in good condition.
CSA approved safety eye wear.
Chainsaw pants or chaps approved for use in Ontario.
Hearing protection (muff style or in-ear).
Leather gloves, flat file, depth gauge tool, round file, file holder.
Chainsaw wrench (scrench).
Fuel and chain oil in appropriate containers.
Lunch not included.
LO member price: $320.00
Non-member price: $570.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Allgreen Tree Service 155 Union St. Elmira for directions call 519-669-0857
Instructor: Mike Hayes, Allgreen Tree Service
Dates: Tuesday November 4, 2025 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday November 5, 2025 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
LE013-CM: Skid-Steer Certification Training
A seminar for employers who want to undertake due diligence and for individuals who want to learn how to operate a skid steer safely and correctly. Instruction will include basic operator safety, inspection, and equipment features in accordance with applicable OHSA and regulations and equipment manufacturers' guidance. Each participant will undergo classroom evaluation in a simulated job site environment.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the operator, even after completing the training, to review the specific device they will be operating.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $190.00
Non-member price: $265.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals 500 Collier MacMillan Dr., Cambridge, for directions only,call 519-624-7940
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Wednesday November 5, 2025 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
A seminar for employers who want to undertake due diligence and for individuals who want to learn how to operate a skid steer safely and correctly. Instruction will include basic operator safety, inspection, and equipment features in accordance with applicable OHSA and regulations and equipment manufacturers' guidance. Each participant will undergo classroom evaluation in a simulated job site environment.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the operator, even after completing the training, to review the specific device they will be operating.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $190.00
Non-member price: $265.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals 500 Collier MacMillan Dr., Cambridge, for directions only,call 519-624-7940
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Wednesday November 5, 2025 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
LE013-HM: Skid-Steer Certification Training
A seminar for employers who want to undertake due diligence and for individuals who want to learn how to operate a skid steer safely and correctly. Instruction will include basic operator safety, inspection, and equipment features in accordance with applicable OHSA and regulations and equipment manufacturers' guidance. Each participant will undergo classroom evaluation in a simulated job site environment.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the operator, even after completing the training, to review the specific device they will be operating.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $190.00
Non-member price: $265.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals, 2418 Barton St. E., Hamilton (905) 545-2233 (for directions)
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Thursday November 6, 2025 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
A seminar for employers who want to undertake due diligence and for individuals who want to learn how to operate a skid steer safely and correctly. Instruction will include basic operator safety, inspection, and equipment features in accordance with applicable OHSA and regulations and equipment manufacturers' guidance. Each participant will undergo classroom evaluation in a simulated job site environment.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the operator, even after completing the training, to review the specific device they will be operating.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $190.00
Non-member price: $265.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals, 2418 Barton St. E., Hamilton (905) 545-2233 (for directions)
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Thursday November 6, 2025 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
LE013: Skid-Steer Certification Training
A seminar for employers who want to undertake due diligence and for individuals who want to learn how to operate a skid steer safely and correctly. Instruction will include basic operator safety, inspection, and equipment features in accordance with applicable OHSA and regulations and equipment manufacturers' guidance. Each participant will undergo classroom evaluation in a simulated job site environment.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the operator, even after completing the training, to review the specific device they will be operating.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $190.00
Non-member price: $265.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals, 89 Hear Lake Rd. South, Brampton - For directions only call 416-679-4179
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Thursday November 13, 2025 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
A seminar for employers who want to undertake due diligence and for individuals who want to learn how to operate a skid steer safely and correctly. Instruction will include basic operator safety, inspection, and equipment features in accordance with applicable OHSA and regulations and equipment manufacturers' guidance. Each participant will undergo classroom evaluation in a simulated job site environment.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the operator, even after completing the training, to review the specific device they will be operating.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $190.00
Non-member price: $265.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals, 89 Hear Lake Rd. South, Brampton - For directions only call 416-679-4179
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Thursday November 13, 2025 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
OL146: Landscape Design CRASH COURSE
Buckle up as this high-energy, two part one-hour talk packs a punch with essential design principles and practical tips. Fast-paced it is designed for those who want to quickly grasp the fundamentals of landscape design, from creating functional layouts to selecting the right plants for your space. With dynamic visuals and rapid-fire insights, you'll gain a solid understanding of key concepts and strategies to transform any outdoor area into a stunning and well-organized landscape.
Intended for contractors who don't have a full-time designer on staff and would like to have more confidence in preparing and presenting designs. A high-overview of the process from first meeting a client to preparing the estimate.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $160.00
Non-member price: $285.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Heather Jerrard, My Landscape Artist
Dates: Tuesday December 2, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Thursday December 4, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Buckle up as this high-energy, two part one-hour talk packs a punch with essential design principles and practical tips. Fast-paced it is designed for those who want to quickly grasp the fundamentals of landscape design, from creating functional layouts to selecting the right plants for your space. With dynamic visuals and rapid-fire insights, you'll gain a solid understanding of key concepts and strategies to transform any outdoor area into a stunning and well-organized landscape.
Intended for contractors who don't have a full-time designer on staff and would like to have more confidence in preparing and presenting designs. A high-overview of the process from first meeting a client to preparing the estimate.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $160.00
Non-member price: $285.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Heather Jerrard, My Landscape Artist
Dates: Tuesday December 2, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Thursday December 4, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am
LC072: Pricing Lighting Jobs
Start next season off learning how to price for profitability.
In this seminar, you will learn to examine your overhead, identify your operating costs, project your labour investment and budget your pricing accordingly to maximize your profitability and sustainability.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $80.00
Non-member price: $143.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: John Higo, Turf Care Products Canada
Date: Wednesday December 3, 2025 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Start next season off learning how to price for profitability.
In this seminar, you will learn to examine your overhead, identify your operating costs, project your labour investment and budget your pricing accordingly to maximize your profitability and sustainability.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $80.00
Non-member price: $143.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: John Higo, Turf Care Products Canada
Date: Wednesday December 3, 2025 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
OL135: Small Business Marketing Ideas
Learn creative ideas to implement a marketing plan that identifies your target market and build brand awareness.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $80.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jackie Morra, Horticulturalist
Date: Wednesday December 3, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Learn creative ideas to implement a marketing plan that identifies your target market and build brand awareness.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $80.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jackie Morra, Horticulturalist
Date: Wednesday December 3, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
LI035: Profitable Pricing and Selling Irrigation Systems
This seminar will present sound irrigation business practices to ensure your business will survive and prosper. The profitable pricing portion will show methods of how to accurately determine and incorporate all business costs into a profitable selling price. As well as provide a sound sales method, which will enhance your ability to close more sales at a truly profitable price.
Note: Experience levels from beginner to 5 plus years.
LO member price: $160.00
Non-member price: $285.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jim Lloyd
Date: Thursday December 4, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
This seminar will present sound irrigation business practices to ensure your business will survive and prosper. The profitable pricing portion will show methods of how to accurately determine and incorporate all business costs into a profitable selling price. As well as provide a sound sales method, which will enhance your ability to close more sales at a truly profitable price.
Note: Experience levels from beginner to 5 plus years.
LO member price: $160.00
Non-member price: $285.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jim Lloyd
Date: Thursday December 4, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LD050: Landscape Design: An Introduction
Dig into the world of landscape design with this interactive seminar, "Landscape Design: An Introduction."
This engaging, in-person seminar is designed for experienced designers and beginners alike, offering a hands-on exploration of fundamental design principles and techniques.
Participants will learn about essential elements and principles of the design process such as inventory & analysis, spatial planning, conceptual designs, bubble diagrams, colour, balance and more through practical exercises and group discussions.
By attending you’ll gain the skills to create visually appealing and functional outdoor spaces while receiving personalized feedback on your design ideas. This workshop is perfect for those looking to kickstart their journey in landscape design or refresh their skills to build a solid foundation for future projects.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Heather Jerrard, My Landscape Artist
Date: Wednesday January 28, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Dig into the world of landscape design with this interactive seminar, "Landscape Design: An Introduction."
This engaging, in-person seminar is designed for experienced designers and beginners alike, offering a hands-on exploration of fundamental design principles and techniques.
Participants will learn about essential elements and principles of the design process such as inventory & analysis, spatial planning, conceptual designs, bubble diagrams, colour, balance and more through practical exercises and group discussions.
By attending you’ll gain the skills to create visually appealing and functional outdoor spaces while receiving personalized feedback on your design ideas. This workshop is perfect for those looking to kickstart their journey in landscape design or refresh their skills to build a solid foundation for future projects.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Heather Jerrard, My Landscape Artist
Date: Wednesday January 28, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LBM165: Establish and Strengthen your Leadership Team for success
Is your company outgrowing you? Do you ever wonder how well-known landscaping companies build a great management team? During this seminar participants will discover how to develop and Align Your Management Team For Success
Topics covered include:
*Hiring, training, and developing superstars
*Developing tools for role clarity
*Clear and timely communication
*Effective meeting strategies
*Creating a culture where management team supports the field staff and each other
*Managers owning their numbers and driving results
*Pay scales and incentive packages
*Budgets, goal setting and 5-year plans Participants should bring along their organization chart and budget to assist with planning and for helpful feedback.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Greg Wildeboer, Whispering Pines Landscaping
Date: Thursday January 29, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Is your company outgrowing you? Do you ever wonder how well-known landscaping companies build a great management team? During this seminar participants will discover how to develop and Align Your Management Team For Success
Topics covered include:
*Hiring, training, and developing superstars
*Developing tools for role clarity
*Clear and timely communication
*Effective meeting strategies
*Creating a culture where management team supports the field staff and each other
*Managers owning their numbers and driving results
*Pay scales and incentive packages
*Budgets, goal setting and 5-year plans Participants should bring along their organization chart and budget to assist with planning and for helpful feedback.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Greg Wildeboer, Whispering Pines Landscaping
Date: Thursday January 29, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LC067: Working with Natural Stone
As a natural material, stone varies widely, and a range of methods and tools can be used to achieve a similarly wide range of purposes. This seminar will focus on basic techniques of working natural stone with a hammer and chisel, as well as the basic principles of building structurally with natural stone; both dry laid and mortared.
Participants will together work on a small hands-on project during this two day seminar.
Participants are required to bring the appropriate PPE to participate
Tools needed to participate: Two and four-foot level, hammer for hitting steel chisels, one chisel meant for stone, trowel, hand brush, and a one-foot square
Who should attend: For those who know the basics, this seminar will further develop your product knowledge and installation skills
LO member price: $471.00
Non-member price: $645.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Menno Braam, Whistling Dwarf Stonework
Dates: Monday February 2, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tuesday February 3, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
As a natural material, stone varies widely, and a range of methods and tools can be used to achieve a similarly wide range of purposes. This seminar will focus on basic techniques of working natural stone with a hammer and chisel, as well as the basic principles of building structurally with natural stone; both dry laid and mortared.
Participants will together work on a small hands-on project during this two day seminar.
Participants are required to bring the appropriate PPE to participate
Tools needed to participate: Two and four-foot level, hammer for hitting steel chisels, one chisel meant for stone, trowel, hand brush, and a one-foot square
Who should attend: For those who know the basics, this seminar will further develop your product knowledge and installation skills
LO member price: $471.00
Non-member price: $645.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Menno Braam, Whistling Dwarf Stonework
Dates: Monday February 2, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tuesday February 3, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LP068: NEW-Annuals: Improved Performance with an Array of Choices
How landscapers use annuals to beautify their outdoor spaces is constantly changing. Genetic advancements have improved bloom performance and disease tolerance of these plants. New plant introductions continue to increase your choices. Changing climate and garden spaces put new demands on the performance of these plants.
This session will provide you with tools for proper plant selection for a myriad of landscaping applications and help you and your clients get the most value from investing in annuals.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $82.50
Non-member price: $145.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Rodger Tschanz, University of Guelph
Date: Monday February 2, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
How landscapers use annuals to beautify their outdoor spaces is constantly changing. Genetic advancements have improved bloom performance and disease tolerance of these plants. New plant introductions continue to increase your choices. Changing climate and garden spaces put new demands on the performance of these plants.
This session will provide you with tools for proper plant selection for a myriad of landscaping applications and help you and your clients get the most value from investing in annuals.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $82.50
Non-member price: $145.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Rodger Tschanz, University of Guelph
Date: Monday February 2, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
LG054: NEW-Introduction to Green Walls
Introduction to Green Walls discusses design and construction best practices for green façades and living walls, including maintenance, irrigation requirements as well as a number of planting and site level considerations. Learn about a number of rating system options, policy drivers for living wall technologies, and research regarding performance and benefit.
Learning Objectives
*Determine major functions and components of green walls.
*Describe characteristics and assess advantages of different green wall systems.
*Understand market drivers encouraging green wall implementation in North America.
*Understand how to design green walls for maximum benefits and building systems integrations.
Registration includes access to the online pre-recorded Introduction to Green Walls course on the Living Architecture Academy.
LO member price: $200.00
Non-member price: $325.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Representative from Green Roofs for Healthy Cities
Date: Wednesday February 4, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Introduction to Green Walls discusses design and construction best practices for green façades and living walls, including maintenance, irrigation requirements as well as a number of planting and site level considerations. Learn about a number of rating system options, policy drivers for living wall technologies, and research regarding performance and benefit.
Learning Objectives
*Determine major functions and components of green walls.
*Describe characteristics and assess advantages of different green wall systems.
*Understand market drivers encouraging green wall implementation in North America.
*Understand how to design green walls for maximum benefits and building systems integrations.
Registration includes access to the online pre-recorded Introduction to Green Walls course on the Living Architecture Academy.
LO member price: $200.00
Non-member price: $325.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Representative from Green Roofs for Healthy Cities
Date: Wednesday February 4, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LBM168: NEW - Growing Your Business by Investing in Your Team
Great businesses grow from great teams.
This seminar explores how a people-first approach—through employee ownership, profit-sharing, training, and a supportive culture—builds motivated employees, loyal clients, and sustainable growth.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Sam Bauman, Earthscape
Date: Wednesday February 4, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Great businesses grow from great teams.
This seminar explores how a people-first approach—through employee ownership, profit-sharing, training, and a supportive culture—builds motivated employees, loyal clients, and sustainable growth.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Sam Bauman, Earthscape
Date: Wednesday February 4, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
OL156: NEW -Common Woody Plants and their ID by Plant family
What are the common characteristics that make certain plants part of the same family? Here we will explore woody plants and learn how to recognize them by family.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jodi Healy, Horticulturalist
Date: Wednesday February 4, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
What are the common characteristics that make certain plants part of the same family? Here we will explore woody plants and learn how to recognize them by family.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jodi Healy, Horticulturalist
Date: Wednesday February 4, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
LC068: Fundamentals of Working with Flagstone
Used for paving, walkways, driveways, and patios. It can require meticulous skill and patience to install.
Bringing years of stone experience, the instructor will help develop your product knowledge and installation skills further – helping you and your team get closer to piecing the job together.
Topics covered include: Various types of flagstones, understanding sizes, and patterns, wet and dry lay techniques, how to tuck point and sponge finish mortar joints.
Participants will together work on a small hands-on project during this two day seminar.
Participants are required to bring the appropriate PPE to participate
Tools needed to participate: Two and four-foot level, hammer for hitting steel chisels, one chisel meant for stone, trowel, hand brush, and one-foot square. Knee pads or a kneeling pad are recommended.
Who should attend: For those who know the basics, this seminar will further develop your product knowledge and installation skills
LO member price: $471.00
Non-member price: $645.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Menno Braam, Whistling Dwarf Stonework
Dates: Thursday February 5, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Friday February 6, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Used for paving, walkways, driveways, and patios. It can require meticulous skill and patience to install.
Bringing years of stone experience, the instructor will help develop your product knowledge and installation skills further – helping you and your team get closer to piecing the job together.
Topics covered include: Various types of flagstones, understanding sizes, and patterns, wet and dry lay techniques, how to tuck point and sponge finish mortar joints.
Participants will together work on a small hands-on project during this two day seminar.
Participants are required to bring the appropriate PPE to participate
Tools needed to participate: Two and four-foot level, hammer for hitting steel chisels, one chisel meant for stone, trowel, hand brush, and one-foot square. Knee pads or a kneeling pad are recommended.
Who should attend: For those who know the basics, this seminar will further develop your product knowledge and installation skills
LO member price: $471.00
Non-member price: $645.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Menno Braam, Whistling Dwarf Stonework
Dates: Thursday February 5, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Friday February 6, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LP069: NEW-Life-Magnet: Creating a Layered Native Garden for Biodiversity
With the expanding trend toward landscaping to enhance all forms of life, the question becomes… ‘how’. Different species prefer different layers in the landscape canopy. For example, some birds and insects hang out in the upper canopy; others, on the ground, and others, anywhere in between. Having a landscape with trees, under storey trees, shrubs, perennials and leaf litter ensures a home for everyone. Thus biodiversity is enhanced. Also, by choosing plants favouring native species, and creating layers including varying heights of plants, focusing on what food and habitat niches those plants would fill, the life cycles of many species can be supported. This involves looking at all life stages: from birth (larva and eggs) to adulthood; and from first food sources to berries and insects. Also worth considering is where creatures need shelter; old logs, standing trees, twiggy shrubs for nesting, and more.
We’ll delve into recommended plant choices, design considerations, the ‘native vs. non’ issue, and finer details such as supporting obligat feeders (those that can feed on only one genus or species).
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Sean James, Sean James Consulting
Date: Thursday February 5, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
With the expanding trend toward landscaping to enhance all forms of life, the question becomes… ‘how’. Different species prefer different layers in the landscape canopy. For example, some birds and insects hang out in the upper canopy; others, on the ground, and others, anywhere in between. Having a landscape with trees, under storey trees, shrubs, perennials and leaf litter ensures a home for everyone. Thus biodiversity is enhanced. Also, by choosing plants favouring native species, and creating layers including varying heights of plants, focusing on what food and habitat niches those plants would fill, the life cycles of many species can be supported. This involves looking at all life stages: from birth (larva and eggs) to adulthood; and from first food sources to berries and insects. Also worth considering is where creatures need shelter; old logs, standing trees, twiggy shrubs for nesting, and more.
We’ll delve into recommended plant choices, design considerations, the ‘native vs. non’ issue, and finer details such as supporting obligat feeders (those that can feed on only one genus or species).
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Sean James, Sean James Consulting
Date: Thursday February 5, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
OL157: NEW-How to Grow a Wildflower Meadow
This session will educate landscapers and contractors on the proper methodologies to successfully create a wildflower meadow and covers topics ranging from site preparation and seed installation though to post-seeding management.
It is a very different process than sowing a lawn.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Paul Jenkins, Wildflower Farm
Date: Thursday February 5, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
This session will educate landscapers and contractors on the proper methodologies to successfully create a wildflower meadow and covers topics ranging from site preparation and seed installation though to post-seeding management.
It is a very different process than sowing a lawn.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Paul Jenkins, Wildflower Farm
Date: Thursday February 5, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
LP070: NEW-Perennials: Better Versions Available
The choices of perennials now available can be overwhelming. "Just how many different echinacea cultivars does the horticultural industry need anyhow!:)" The landscape industry has been very comfortable with the tried and true species and cultivars of perennials to-date but, with all of the recent breeding efforts focused upon perennials, it is becoming evident that the old standbys can be improved upon and better versions are now available.
This seminar will help you make discerning selections from all of those choices and apply them effectively in your design applications.
LO member price: $82.50
Non-member price: $145.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Rodger Tschanz, University of Guelph
Date: Friday February 6, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
The choices of perennials now available can be overwhelming. "Just how many different echinacea cultivars does the horticultural industry need anyhow!:)" The landscape industry has been very comfortable with the tried and true species and cultivars of perennials to-date but, with all of the recent breeding efforts focused upon perennials, it is becoming evident that the old standbys can be improved upon and better versions are now available.
This seminar will help you make discerning selections from all of those choices and apply them effectively in your design applications.
LO member price: $82.50
Non-member price: $145.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Rodger Tschanz, University of Guelph
Date: Friday February 6, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
LC014: Paving Your Way to Perfect Interlock
This seminar is geared toward individuals looking to develop or improve the practical skills of paving stone installation.
The seminar will spend one-day in class learning the theory of interlocking stone installation and the other full day on hands-on construction of an interlocking stone area that also incorporates a precast retaining wall system. Participants will work together installing an interlocking stone pad with different features and become familiar with installation techniques using modern tools in the industry.
Participants are required to bring personal protective equipment including work boots, gloves, eye and hearing protection, and particulate mask etc..
LO member price: $471.00
Non-member price: $645.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Collin Shotlander, Hybrid Landscape Management
Dates: Monday February 9, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tuesday February 10, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
This seminar is geared toward individuals looking to develop or improve the practical skills of paving stone installation.
The seminar will spend one-day in class learning the theory of interlocking stone installation and the other full day on hands-on construction of an interlocking stone area that also incorporates a precast retaining wall system. Participants will work together installing an interlocking stone pad with different features and become familiar with installation techniques using modern tools in the industry.
Participants are required to bring personal protective equipment including work boots, gloves, eye and hearing protection, and particulate mask etc..
LO member price: $471.00
Non-member price: $645.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Collin Shotlander, Hybrid Landscape Management
Dates: Monday February 9, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tuesday February 10, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LG049: Designing Low Carbon Landscapes
Reducing the carbon footprint of projects is becoming more important in the landscape industry.
As a green industry, it is vital that we incorporate practices that reduce environmental impacts: recycling and reusing materials on site, managing soils, reducing cut and fill and planting to increase carbon sequestration.
In this seminar, specific strategies will be discussed that will enable you to design landscapes compliant with the latest environmental standards.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $82.50
Non-member price: $145.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Adele Pierre, Adele Pierre Landscape Architect
Date: Monday February 9, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Reducing the carbon footprint of projects is becoming more important in the landscape industry.
As a green industry, it is vital that we incorporate practices that reduce environmental impacts: recycling and reusing materials on site, managing soils, reducing cut and fill and planting to increase carbon sequestration.
In this seminar, specific strategies will be discussed that will enable you to design landscapes compliant with the latest environmental standards.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $82.50
Non-member price: $145.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Adele Pierre, Adele Pierre Landscape Architect
Date: Monday February 9, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
OL078: The How-Tos of Tree Selection, Planting and Spacing
The most important decision in many landscape projects is what trees to choose and how to plant them correctly. This talk will provide a checklist of questions to ask when selecting a tree to ensure participants plant the right tree in the right place.
Participants will also learn proper planting techniques and the benefits of correct tree spacing.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Todd Irvine, MFC, MA, ISA Certified Arborist
Date: Monday February 9, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
The most important decision in many landscape projects is what trees to choose and how to plant them correctly. This talk will provide a checklist of questions to ask when selecting a tree to ensure participants plant the right tree in the right place.
Participants will also learn proper planting techniques and the benefits of correct tree spacing.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Todd Irvine, MFC, MA, ISA Certified Arborist
Date: Monday February 9, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
LD052: NEW-Introduction to Sketchup
This hands-on, one-day workshop introduces landscape designers, and design enthusiasts to the fundamentals of using SketchUp for landscape design. Participants will learn how to navigate the SketchUp interface, create and modify 3D models, and apply essential tools to design functional and visually compelling outdoor spaces. By the end of the day, attendees will have built a basic landscape model and gained the confidence to continue exploring SketchUp for their own design projects.
Participants will need to have Sketchup downloaded prior to attending the seminar. See sketchup.trimble.com/en/training-centers to download a free one-week trial copy.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Heather Jerrard, My Landscape Artist
Date: Tuesday February 10, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
This hands-on, one-day workshop introduces landscape designers, and design enthusiasts to the fundamentals of using SketchUp for landscape design. Participants will learn how to navigate the SketchUp interface, create and modify 3D models, and apply essential tools to design functional and visually compelling outdoor spaces. By the end of the day, attendees will have built a basic landscape model and gained the confidence to continue exploring SketchUp for their own design projects.
Participants will need to have Sketchup downloaded prior to attending the seminar. See sketchup.trimble.com/en/training-centers to download a free one-week trial copy.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Heather Jerrard, My Landscape Artist
Date: Tuesday February 10, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
OL029: Turfgrass Care
What are the basics of turfgrass care? What are some of the practices that enhance the client’s lawns? We will explore a few of the common maintenance practices and field some questions as we look at the basics of turf care.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Tuesday February 10, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
What are the basics of turfgrass care? What are some of the practices that enhance the client’s lawns? We will explore a few of the common maintenance practices and field some questions as we look at the basics of turf care.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Tuesday February 10, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
OL112: NEW-Less Common Fruits Plants for your Landscape Projects
Help your clients choose fruit plants they’ll succeed with.
This session gives you a palette of no-fuss fruit plants suited to challenging conditions in home gardens and landscapes. Along with crop ideas, you’ll get tips for success and harvest and use tips so that you can be the edible-garden expert your clients are looking for.
This session includes bush-form cherries and plums, medlar, pawpaw, American persimmon, quince, and annual fruit crops.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Steven Biggs, Food Garden Life Media
Date: Tuesday February 10, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Help your clients choose fruit plants they’ll succeed with.
This session gives you a palette of no-fuss fruit plants suited to challenging conditions in home gardens and landscapes. Along with crop ideas, you’ll get tips for success and harvest and use tips so that you can be the edible-garden expert your clients are looking for.
This session includes bush-form cherries and plums, medlar, pawpaw, American persimmon, quince, and annual fruit crops.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Steven Biggs, Food Garden Life Media
Date: Tuesday February 10, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
LBM169: NEW-Hiring & Managing Outside Contractors
Using outside contractors is a reality for every business.
This seminar will provide participants the opportunity to gain applicable knowledge as it pertains to hiring and how best to manage outside contractors when work is being performed on your job site.
Recognizing that both contracting and contracting organizations have shared responsibilities on the job site and have fulfilled their due diligence to protect the health and safety of workers. Participant will gain a better understanding into determining what the legislated site requirements are that need to be implemented.
Participants will come away able to:
*Navigate "need to know" legislation related to hiring and managing contractors.
*Identify and describe critical steps involved with contractor requirement.
*Determine essential documentation and contractor training requirements that must be in place.
*Summarize "roles and responsibilities" of those involved with the on-site contractor management function.
*Assess and complete company specific documentation supporting contractor safety program.
LO member price: $149.00
Non-member price: $275.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kristin Hoffman, Workplace Safety Prevention Services (WSPS)
Date: Wednesday February 11, 2026 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Using outside contractors is a reality for every business.
This seminar will provide participants the opportunity to gain applicable knowledge as it pertains to hiring and how best to manage outside contractors when work is being performed on your job site.
Recognizing that both contracting and contracting organizations have shared responsibilities on the job site and have fulfilled their due diligence to protect the health and safety of workers. Participant will gain a better understanding into determining what the legislated site requirements are that need to be implemented.
Participants will come away able to:
*Navigate "need to know" legislation related to hiring and managing contractors.
*Identify and describe critical steps involved with contractor requirement.
*Determine essential documentation and contractor training requirements that must be in place.
*Summarize "roles and responsibilities" of those involved with the on-site contractor management function.
*Assess and complete company specific documentation supporting contractor safety program.
LO member price: $149.00
Non-member price: $275.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kristin Hoffman, Workplace Safety Prevention Services (WSPS)
Date: Wednesday February 11, 2026 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
OL158: NEW-Spectacular Plant Combinations for the Perennial Garden
Creating spectacular perennial plant combinations can be a daunting task for many landscapers. Lorraine’s wealth of knowledge and experience provides you with the skills to succeed confidently. She approaches gardening from an artist’s perspective, introducing you to the fundamentals of colour, flower form, leaf shape and texture. In this informative and colour-filled presentation Lorraine will provide the tools to WOW your clients with unique plant choices and inspire your gardening creativity.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Lorraine Roberts, Horticulturalist
Date: Wednesday February 11, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Creating spectacular perennial plant combinations can be a daunting task for many landscapers. Lorraine’s wealth of knowledge and experience provides you with the skills to succeed confidently. She approaches gardening from an artist’s perspective, introducing you to the fundamentals of colour, flower form, leaf shape and texture. In this informative and colour-filled presentation Lorraine will provide the tools to WOW your clients with unique plant choices and inspire your gardening creativity.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Lorraine Roberts, Horticulturalist
Date: Wednesday February 11, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
LP071: NEW - Creating Space for Native Species in Every Landscape
Not every client loves the look of a pollinator or naturalized garden, but there are strategies for enhancing biodiversity in every garden style through soil management and the addition of native plants. During this half day seminar we will look at a number of ways to increase the number of native species, both flora and fauna, in the landscape.
Learning Objectives:
1. Start with the base: strategies for soil analysis and management
2. Analyze existing vegetation: what to keep and what to remove
3. Create a plan: using native species as specimens, borders and ground covers.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $82.50
Non-member price: $145.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Adele Pierre, Adele Pierre Landscape Architect
Date: Thursday February 12, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Not every client loves the look of a pollinator or naturalized garden, but there are strategies for enhancing biodiversity in every garden style through soil management and the addition of native plants. During this half day seminar we will look at a number of ways to increase the number of native species, both flora and fauna, in the landscape.
Learning Objectives:
1. Start with the base: strategies for soil analysis and management
2. Analyze existing vegetation: what to keep and what to remove
3. Create a plan: using native species as specimens, borders and ground covers.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $82.50
Non-member price: $145.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Adele Pierre, Adele Pierre Landscape Architect
Date: Thursday February 12, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
OL021: Lighting 101: Light and Photometrics
Understanding, qualifying, and quantifying light.
Participants will learn how light is measured, both in terms of the amount of light, and quality of light, and how that is applied in the landscape. What is a lumen? How many do I need? Good lighting design begins with a good understanding of the medium we are working with. This knowledge will help you to avoid common mistakes and enhance your designs by choosing the right light sources for your project.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: John Higo, Turf Care Products Canada
Date: Thursday February 12, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Understanding, qualifying, and quantifying light.
Participants will learn how light is measured, both in terms of the amount of light, and quality of light, and how that is applied in the landscape. What is a lumen? How many do I need? Good lighting design begins with a good understanding of the medium we are working with. This knowledge will help you to avoid common mistakes and enhance your designs by choosing the right light sources for your project.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: John Higo, Turf Care Products Canada
Date: Thursday February 12, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
OL160: NEW - Build a Better Business
This online session will help business owners learn what tools and best practices can be implemented to help make their business better, more efficient and more profitable.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Representative from Nextra Consulting
Date: Thursday February 12, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
This online session will help business owners learn what tools and best practices can be implemented to help make their business better, more efficient and more profitable.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Representative from Nextra Consulting
Date: Thursday February 12, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
OL087: Bugs and Diseases are Always a Challenge
There is no magic cure for Japanese Beetles. But learning to identify the seemingly infinite range of bugs and diseases that want to use our landscapes as a dining room is the first step in controlling them.
A lighthearted discussion.
Covering the life cycle of each will show us the best time and stage of development to attack them. That will often allow us a pre-emptive strike against them before they become a visual problem.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Ken Brown, Dallying In the Dirt
Date: Friday February 13, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
There is no magic cure for Japanese Beetles. But learning to identify the seemingly infinite range of bugs and diseases that want to use our landscapes as a dining room is the first step in controlling them.
A lighthearted discussion.
Covering the life cycle of each will show us the best time and stage of development to attack them. That will often allow us a pre-emptive strike against them before they become a visual problem.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Ken Brown, Dallying In the Dirt
Date: Friday February 13, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
LD035: Professional Practice & Project Management: Managing Projects from Design to Completion
Join us for "Managing Projects from Design to Completion" workshop, where you will be guided through the intricacies of managing landscape projects from conception to completion.
This hands-on, seminar will cover essential aspects of project management, including effective planning, budgeting, and coordinating with clients and contractors. Participants will engage in practical exercises that highlight key strategies for tackling common challenges in landscape design and implementation, ensuring that your projects are not only aesthetically pleasing but also delivered on time and within scope.
Whether you’re a seasoned landscape contractor, manager, team leader or aspiring project manager - this workshop will provide valuable insights to streamline your workflow and elevate your professional practice.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Heather Jerrard, My Landscape Artist
Date: Tuesday February 17, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Join us for "Managing Projects from Design to Completion" workshop, where you will be guided through the intricacies of managing landscape projects from conception to completion.
This hands-on, seminar will cover essential aspects of project management, including effective planning, budgeting, and coordinating with clients and contractors. Participants will engage in practical exercises that highlight key strategies for tackling common challenges in landscape design and implementation, ensuring that your projects are not only aesthetically pleasing but also delivered on time and within scope.
Whether you’re a seasoned landscape contractor, manager, team leader or aspiring project manager - this workshop will provide valuable insights to streamline your workflow and elevate your professional practice.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Heather Jerrard, My Landscape Artist
Date: Tuesday February 17, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
OL122: Perfect Plant Pairings; An Artistic Eye
Taking your landscape project to the next level, requires a sharp eye for detail, utilizing plants with multiple seasons of interest, careful plant selection, thoughtful design, and artistic pairings / combinations. Plants can be paired for several reasons, texture, colour, form, and functionality to name a few.
In this talk you will walk through perfect plant pairings to help unlock your 'Artistic Eye' when choosing your potential pairings for your next landscape project.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Paul Gellatly, The Tattooed Gardener
Date: Tuesday February 17, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Taking your landscape project to the next level, requires a sharp eye for detail, utilizing plants with multiple seasons of interest, careful plant selection, thoughtful design, and artistic pairings / combinations. Plants can be paired for several reasons, texture, colour, form, and functionality to name a few.
In this talk you will walk through perfect plant pairings to help unlock your 'Artistic Eye' when choosing your potential pairings for your next landscape project.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Paul Gellatly, The Tattooed Gardener
Date: Tuesday February 17, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
OL026: NEW- Tree and Shrub Care/Arboretum Style
Many of us do not look after an Arboretum but many look after trees and shrubs in our client’s “Arboretums”. How can we maintain and track the work that we perform on their plants? Spend an hour of your time and find out.
This is an online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Tuesday February 17, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Many of us do not look after an Arboretum but many look after trees and shrubs in our client’s “Arboretums”. How can we maintain and track the work that we perform on their plants? Spend an hour of your time and find out.
This is an online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Tuesday February 17, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
LBM170: NEW-Cultivating Leadership: Growing Strong Teams
Effective leadership in our industry goes beyond managing tasks — it’s about creating strong, motivated crews that deliver quality results day after day.
This seminar equips managers, supervisors, and leaders with tools to understand their leadership style and how it shapes culture across crews, communicate with authority and empathy, and strengthen retention through clear expectations and motivational strategies.
We’ll address how to navigate conflict, underperformance, and challenges while building consistency across teams. Participants will leave with a tailored action plan to elevate their leadership impact and drive stronger results across their organization.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Charolette Cascioli, Simplified HR Consulting
Date: Wednesday February 18, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Effective leadership in our industry goes beyond managing tasks — it’s about creating strong, motivated crews that deliver quality results day after day.
This seminar equips managers, supervisors, and leaders with tools to understand their leadership style and how it shapes culture across crews, communicate with authority and empathy, and strengthen retention through clear expectations and motivational strategies.
We’ll address how to navigate conflict, underperformance, and challenges while building consistency across teams. Participants will leave with a tailored action plan to elevate their leadership impact and drive stronger results across their organization.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Charolette Cascioli, Simplified HR Consulting
Date: Wednesday February 18, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
OL014: Common Perennials and their ID by plant family.
What are the common characteristics that make certain plants part of the same family? Here we will explore perennials and learn how to recognize them by family.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jodi Healy, Horticulturalist
Date: Wednesday February 18, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
What are the common characteristics that make certain plants part of the same family? Here we will explore perennials and learn how to recognize them by family.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jodi Healy, Horticulturalist
Date: Wednesday February 18, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
LG055: NEW-What to do With a Downpour: Ornamental Ways to Handle Rainwater
Urban development has resulted in large areas of impermeable surfaces. This leads to poor water quality and erosion as well as drying of the creeks during droughts.
Techniques will be discussed to aid in infiltrating rainwater into the soil while beautifying your landscapes and allowing a more unusual palette of plants to be used.
Rain gardens can be a beautiful addition to any yard and can allow the planting of some truly interesting plants. They also help the environment by infiltrating water to clean it and restore the water table and base-flow (the water that seeps through the ground to our creeks).
We’ll cover how to design and build a rain garden, including placement, construction, and plant choices. Best of all, many municipalities and regions offer funding for projects like this!
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Sean James, Sean James Consulting
Date: Thursday February 19, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Urban development has resulted in large areas of impermeable surfaces. This leads to poor water quality and erosion as well as drying of the creeks during droughts.
Techniques will be discussed to aid in infiltrating rainwater into the soil while beautifying your landscapes and allowing a more unusual palette of plants to be used.
Rain gardens can be a beautiful addition to any yard and can allow the planting of some truly interesting plants. They also help the environment by infiltrating water to clean it and restore the water table and base-flow (the water that seeps through the ground to our creeks).
We’ll cover how to design and build a rain garden, including placement, construction, and plant choices. Best of all, many municipalities and regions offer funding for projects like this!
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Sean James, Sean James Consulting
Date: Thursday February 19, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LC080: NEW-Permeable Elegance meets Performance
Introduction to Permeable Resin Bound Aggregate
A permeable paving system that uses a UV-stable resin to bind dried aggregate stones into a smooth, seamless, and durable surface.
A packed day participants will come away knowing;
*Understanding the concept of Permeable Resin Bound Aggregate
*Recommended Equipment
*Covering the mixology guide of preparation, procedure, common errors, and best practices
*The 'Pouring' Process
*Safety Considerations For Installation Crew
*Maintenance Long Term Care
*Additional Tips & Best Practices
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Tom Cordeiro, Dream Pave Permeable
Date: Friday February 20, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Introduction to Permeable Resin Bound Aggregate
A permeable paving system that uses a UV-stable resin to bind dried aggregate stones into a smooth, seamless, and durable surface.
A packed day participants will come away knowing;
*Understanding the concept of Permeable Resin Bound Aggregate
*Recommended Equipment
*Covering the mixology guide of preparation, procedure, common errors, and best practices
*The 'Pouring' Process
*Safety Considerations For Installation Crew
*Maintenance Long Term Care
*Additional Tips & Best Practices
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Tom Cordeiro, Dream Pave Permeable
Date: Friday February 20, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
OL150: Greening the Future: A New Era of Horticulture
In a world facing unprecedented environmental challenges, landscapes have the potential to become powerful allies in our efforts to create a more sustainable future.
For the eco-conscious landscaper, this presents growing opportunities to become a leader, advocate, and innovator in the field.
This talk will explore how landscapes, big and small, can support wildlife, improve air quality, and conserve water while maintaining aesthetic appeal. By selecting plants that form integrated communities and adopting eco-friendly maintenance practices, landscapers can capitalize on the increasing demand for gardens that support healthy ecosystems.
Learn how to position yourself at the forefront of this movement, driving both environmental and business success.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Cathy Kavassalis, Horticulturalist
Date: Friday February 20, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
In a world facing unprecedented environmental challenges, landscapes have the potential to become powerful allies in our efforts to create a more sustainable future.
For the eco-conscious landscaper, this presents growing opportunities to become a leader, advocate, and innovator in the field.
This talk will explore how landscapes, big and small, can support wildlife, improve air quality, and conserve water while maintaining aesthetic appeal. By selecting plants that form integrated communities and adopting eco-friendly maintenance practices, landscapers can capitalize on the increasing demand for gardens that support healthy ecosystems.
Learn how to position yourself at the forefront of this movement, driving both environmental and business success.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Cathy Kavassalis, Horticulturalist
Date: Friday February 20, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
OL161: NEW-Contractor’s Guide to Financial Success
Ensure the success of your business through understanding business financials, identifying key metrics to track, industry benchmarking, and exploring profit generation beyond operations.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Representative from Nextra Consulting
Date: Friday February 20, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Ensure the success of your business through understanding business financials, identifying key metrics to track, industry benchmarking, and exploring profit generation beyond operations.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Representative from Nextra Consulting
Date: Friday February 20, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
LE011: Landscape Contractor Maintenance and Safety of Tools and Equipment
This seminar will benefit new landscape contractor employees along with those with some industry experience.
Participants are instructed in safety, maintenance theory and practice as it relates to the most popular landscape contractor equipment.
Equipment instruction will include hand-held trimmers, chainsaws, concrete saws and other two-stroke machines, push mowers and large riding equipment, plate tampers and excavation equipment related to construction.
There will be guidance on diagnosing failures and preventing downtime. This will move into managing the cost of equipment, life-cycles for different products and managing the expenses to maintain better profitability.
Participants will need to have available, personal protection equipment (PPE) for any of the hands on portion.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: WPE Landscape Equipment 151 Hwy#5 Dundas For directions only call 905 - 628 - 3055
Instructor: Vince Borgdorff, WPE Landscape Equipment
Date: Monday February 23, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
This seminar will benefit new landscape contractor employees along with those with some industry experience.
Participants are instructed in safety, maintenance theory and practice as it relates to the most popular landscape contractor equipment.
Equipment instruction will include hand-held trimmers, chainsaws, concrete saws and other two-stroke machines, push mowers and large riding equipment, plate tampers and excavation equipment related to construction.
There will be guidance on diagnosing failures and preventing downtime. This will move into managing the cost of equipment, life-cycles for different products and managing the expenses to maintain better profitability.
Participants will need to have available, personal protection equipment (PPE) for any of the hands on portion.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: WPE Landscape Equipment 151 Hwy#5 Dundas For directions only call 905 - 628 - 3055
Instructor: Vince Borgdorff, WPE Landscape Equipment
Date: Monday February 23, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
LBM171: NEW - Technology in a Landscape Business
Using the power of technology to run lean
Topics covered:
*How to determine what software will help your business
*The importance of using software to track jobs, routes, equipment and inventory
*Accounting software and how to use this to guide you to financial success
*How can a robust CRM help you manage the client journey
*Using estimating software to win at every job. How to know if you beat your estimate once the job is finished
*Providing detail reports to staff using technology
*Becoming a paperless company – how to move your company to be paperless and the benefits this brings
*Software to manage your AP challenges
*Creating employee buy in to use technology
*Winning with AI
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Greg Wildeboer, Whispering Pines Landscaping
Date: Monday February 23, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Using the power of technology to run lean
Topics covered:
*How to determine what software will help your business
*The importance of using software to track jobs, routes, equipment and inventory
*Accounting software and how to use this to guide you to financial success
*How can a robust CRM help you manage the client journey
*Using estimating software to win at every job. How to know if you beat your estimate once the job is finished
*Providing detail reports to staff using technology
*Becoming a paperless company – how to move your company to be paperless and the benefits this brings
*Software to manage your AP challenges
*Creating employee buy in to use technology
*Winning with AI
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Greg Wildeboer, Whispering Pines Landscaping
Date: Monday February 23, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
OL111: NEW-No Fuss Fruit Plants for your next Landscape Project
“It died. It’s diseased. There’s no fruit…“ It’s not a message we want to get from our clients. And we can prevent it if we help them choose low-maintenance fruits plants. These sessions give you a palette of no-fuss fruit plants suited to the challenging conditions of home gardens and landscapes. Get ideas for fruiting plants, along with the basics of successfully growing them.
Along with crop ideas, you’ll get tips for success and harvest and use tips so that you can be the edible-garden expert your clients are looking for
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Steven Biggs, Food Garden Life Media
Date: Monday February 23, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
“It died. It’s diseased. There’s no fruit…“ It’s not a message we want to get from our clients. And we can prevent it if we help them choose low-maintenance fruits plants. These sessions give you a palette of no-fuss fruit plants suited to the challenging conditions of home gardens and landscapes. Get ideas for fruiting plants, along with the basics of successfully growing them.
Along with crop ideas, you’ll get tips for success and harvest and use tips so that you can be the edible-garden expert your clients are looking for
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Steven Biggs, Food Garden Life Media
Date: Monday February 23, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
OL123: Roses, Starting from A to Z
Roses can be quite finicky.
They require a little effort but taking care of them is easier than you think once you learn a few tricks. Looking at site selection, types of roses in the landscape, planting, pruning and watering. A few pests that may come along as well.
We will look at caring for your roses starting from A to Z.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Tuesday February 24, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Roses can be quite finicky.
They require a little effort but taking care of them is easier than you think once you learn a few tricks. Looking at site selection, types of roses in the landscape, planting, pruning and watering. A few pests that may come along as well.
We will look at caring for your roses starting from A to Z.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Tuesday February 24, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
OL121: Stormwater Management
This session will explore a number of strategies for managing stormwater on site through the creation of design features such as rain gardens, dry stream beds and infiltration chambers. Simple to build, cost effective and providing opportunities for native plantings, these design techniques can add significant value to your projects.
This is an online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date..
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Adele Pierre, Adele Pierre Landscape Architect
Date: Tuesday February 24, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
This session will explore a number of strategies for managing stormwater on site through the creation of design features such as rain gardens, dry stream beds and infiltration chambers. Simple to build, cost effective and providing opportunities for native plantings, these design techniques can add significant value to your projects.
This is an online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date..
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Adele Pierre, Adele Pierre Landscape Architect
Date: Tuesday February 24, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
OL162: NEW - Talk Dirty: Soil, and the Things Living in it
We are continuously learning about soil and its importance to plant health and climate change. The latest information and research will be discussed.
Presenter will present and answer several trend-setting questions. How do we steward the soil microbiome? What are the beneficial bacteria and fungi? What activities harm the soil and therefore the plants? Can better soil stewardship also mean lower maintenance while sequestering carbon and fostering plant health?
It’s a dirty topic, but someone’s got to cover it.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Sean James, Sean James Consulting
Date: Wednesday February 25, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
We are continuously learning about soil and its importance to plant health and climate change. The latest information and research will be discussed.
Presenter will present and answer several trend-setting questions. How do we steward the soil microbiome? What are the beneficial bacteria and fungi? What activities harm the soil and therefore the plants? Can better soil stewardship also mean lower maintenance while sequestering carbon and fostering plant health?
It’s a dirty topic, but someone’s got to cover it.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Sean James, Sean James Consulting
Date: Wednesday February 25, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
LC040: Precast Retaining Walls from the Ground Up
Learn all there is to know about building retaining walls in this two-day seminar.
Participants will explore why walls fail, proper construction techniques and selecting a retaining wall system to meet your project and permit requirements. The importance of soil structure, drainage, surcharge loads, granular backfill, base preparation, selection and use of geogrids, filter fabrics, and proper compaction will be discussed in great detail. Participants will together constructing a wall system with integrated steps.
Participants will leave with a sound understanding of how to build retaining walls.
Participants are required to bring personal protective equipment including work boots, gloves, eye and hearing protection, particulate mask, etc.
LO member price: $471.00
Non-member price: $645.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Collin Shotlander, Hybrid Landscape Management
Dates: Thursday February 26, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Friday February 27, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Learn all there is to know about building retaining walls in this two-day seminar.
Participants will explore why walls fail, proper construction techniques and selecting a retaining wall system to meet your project and permit requirements. The importance of soil structure, drainage, surcharge loads, granular backfill, base preparation, selection and use of geogrids, filter fabrics, and proper compaction will be discussed in great detail. Participants will together constructing a wall system with integrated steps.
Participants will leave with a sound understanding of how to build retaining walls.
Participants are required to bring personal protective equipment including work boots, gloves, eye and hearing protection, particulate mask, etc.
LO member price: $471.00
Non-member price: $645.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Collin Shotlander, Hybrid Landscape Management
Dates: Thursday February 26, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Friday February 27, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
OL139: Know Your Roots: Protecting Trees During Landscape Design and Construction
Roots are vitally important to a tree’s health and structural integrity. This talk will explore how to protect tree roots from damage and the dos and don’ts of working around them when designing or installing a new landscape project.
Tree protection bylaws will be reviewed and techniques for ensuring trees survive construction will be provided.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Todd Irvine, MFC, MA, ISA Certified Arborist
Date: Thursday February 26, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Roots are vitally important to a tree’s health and structural integrity. This talk will explore how to protect tree roots from damage and the dos and don’ts of working around them when designing or installing a new landscape project.
Tree protection bylaws will be reviewed and techniques for ensuring trees survive construction will be provided.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Todd Irvine, MFC, MA, ISA Certified Arborist
Date: Thursday February 26, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
OL151: Underrated and Underutilized Plants for the Residential Landscape
Get ready to discover some of the hidden gems of the landscape.
This interactive session will introduce you to a diverse range of under-the-radar plants that can add flair, texture, and colour to your landscape projects while standing out from the usual suspects. From quirky ground covers to stunning but lesser-known flowering plants, you’ll learn how to incorporate these unique species into your landscape design for a fresh and dynamic outdoor space.
With visual and practical tips, you'll feel inspired to break free from the ordinary and confident to suggest to your client a both beautiful and truly one-of-a-kind landscape. Along with a digital plant list attendees will get introduced to some plants that are easy to source, maintain AND are proven performers in the landscape.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Heather Jerrard, My Landscape Artist
Date: Thursday February 26, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Get ready to discover some of the hidden gems of the landscape.
This interactive session will introduce you to a diverse range of under-the-radar plants that can add flair, texture, and colour to your landscape projects while standing out from the usual suspects. From quirky ground covers to stunning but lesser-known flowering plants, you’ll learn how to incorporate these unique species into your landscape design for a fresh and dynamic outdoor space.
With visual and practical tips, you'll feel inspired to break free from the ordinary and confident to suggest to your client a both beautiful and truly one-of-a-kind landscape. Along with a digital plant list attendees will get introduced to some plants that are easy to source, maintain AND are proven performers in the landscape.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Heather Jerrard, My Landscape Artist
Date: Thursday February 26, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
LBM172: NEW-Build & Keep Your Crew: Recruiting and Retention Strategies
Struggling to find and keep good people? In today’s competitive labor market, the ability to attract and retain skilled workers is essential for every landscaping business.
This seminar gives owners, managers, and supervisors the tools they need to strengthen their workforce. Participants will gain insight into why workers join — and leave — landscaping companies, learn cost-effective recruiting strategies, and explore how to create a workplace culture that keeps people engaged. We’ll cover practical ways to improve onboarding and early engagement, and each participant will leave with a customized recruiting and retention plan designed to build and keep a strong, reliable crew.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Charolette Cascioli, Simplified HR Consulting
Date: Friday February 27, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Struggling to find and keep good people? In today’s competitive labor market, the ability to attract and retain skilled workers is essential for every landscaping business.
This seminar gives owners, managers, and supervisors the tools they need to strengthen their workforce. Participants will gain insight into why workers join — and leave — landscaping companies, learn cost-effective recruiting strategies, and explore how to create a workplace culture that keeps people engaged. We’ll cover practical ways to improve onboarding and early engagement, and each participant will leave with a customized recruiting and retention plan designed to build and keep a strong, reliable crew.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Charolette Cascioli, Simplified HR Consulting
Date: Friday February 27, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
OL148: Introduction to Invasive Species
This session we will identify some of the most common invasive species found in Ontario. What are characteristics that make a particular species invasive? Their means of dispersal and how they affect the surrounding plants/wildlife and alter the soil.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jeff Dickie, Conservation Halton
Date: Friday February 27, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
This session we will identify some of the most common invasive species found in Ontario. What are characteristics that make a particular species invasive? Their means of dispersal and how they affect the surrounding plants/wildlife and alter the soil.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jeff Dickie, Conservation Halton
Date: Friday February 27, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
LM202: Grounds Maintenance: Maintenance and Safety of Tools and Equipment
This day will benefit new grounds maintenance employees and those with some industry experience.
Items covered include:
*Engine maintenance and theory (i.e. lawn mowers, blowers, trimmers etc)
*Safety equipment, operation and storage
*Difference between two and four- cycle engines
*Service and maintenance of the equipment
*Fuel, oil and lubricants
*Carburetor inspections and service techniques
*Discuss issues and myths of engines and their service requirements
Participants should come prepared for some hands-on learning. PPE (personal protection equipment), gloves, work boots, eyewear, ear protection, etc., should be brought.
Lunch not included
Consider continuing with: NEW - Navigating Grounds Maintenance Part One
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: TBA
Instructor: Vince Borgdorff, WPE Landscape Equipment
Date: Monday March 2, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
This day will benefit new grounds maintenance employees and those with some industry experience.
Items covered include:
*Engine maintenance and theory (i.e. lawn mowers, blowers, trimmers etc)
*Safety equipment, operation and storage
*Difference between two and four- cycle engines
*Service and maintenance of the equipment
*Fuel, oil and lubricants
*Carburetor inspections and service techniques
*Discuss issues and myths of engines and their service requirements
Participants should come prepared for some hands-on learning. PPE (personal protection equipment), gloves, work boots, eyewear, ear protection, etc., should be brought.
Lunch not included
Consider continuing with: NEW - Navigating Grounds Maintenance Part One
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: TBA
Instructor: Vince Borgdorff, WPE Landscape Equipment
Date: Monday March 2, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
OL163: NEW-Arboriculture Bylaw Awareness
In the arboriculture and landscaping industries, bylaws—particularly those related to tree protection—can often feel like obstacles and are not always straightforward to interpret.
This session provides a general overview to help you begin understanding key aspects of bylaws, including how they apply to trees, what to focus on in order to avoid enforcement issues and potential infractions. Since enforcement calls can lead to costly downtime, gaining a solid understanding of tree-related bylaws can help streamline operations and keep projects moving smoothly.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Becky Moule, Arbortech Professional Tree Care Inc
Date: Monday March 2, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
In the arboriculture and landscaping industries, bylaws—particularly those related to tree protection—can often feel like obstacles and are not always straightforward to interpret.
This session provides a general overview to help you begin understanding key aspects of bylaws, including how they apply to trees, what to focus on in order to avoid enforcement issues and potential infractions. Since enforcement calls can lead to costly downtime, gaining a solid understanding of tree-related bylaws can help streamline operations and keep projects moving smoothly.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Becky Moule, Arbortech Professional Tree Care Inc
Date: Monday March 2, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
OL164: NEW-From Good to Great
Learn what makes a great crew leader, how they drive business growth, and how to develop them within your company.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Representative from Nextra Consulting
Date: Monday March 2, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Learn what makes a great crew leader, how they drive business growth, and how to develop them within your company.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Representative from Nextra Consulting
Date: Monday March 2, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
LM025: NEW-Navigating Grounds Maintenance Part One
Grounds maintenance (GM) - A person responsible for keeping outdoor spaces clean, safe, and attractive through tasks like mowing, trimming, planting, and debris removal.
This new two-part introductory seminar is for the novice or grounds maintenance employee who would like a refresher/review of areas within the (GM) sector the types of careers within it and how to get there.
Part one covering
*Equipment and tools
*Yard Work: Safety, Preparation, PPE (basics)
*Site Inspections: What to look for when arrive/on/leave property: tailgate
*Botany 101: All types of plants, bulbs, weeds, perennials, shrubs, trees, etc
*Importance of Plant ID
*Bed Maintenance: Spring/Summer/Fall Maintenance Requirements
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Tuesday March 3, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Grounds maintenance (GM) - A person responsible for keeping outdoor spaces clean, safe, and attractive through tasks like mowing, trimming, planting, and debris removal.
This new two-part introductory seminar is for the novice or grounds maintenance employee who would like a refresher/review of areas within the (GM) sector the types of careers within it and how to get there.
Part one covering
*Equipment and tools
*Yard Work: Safety, Preparation, PPE (basics)
*Site Inspections: What to look for when arrive/on/leave property: tailgate
*Botany 101: All types of plants, bulbs, weeds, perennials, shrubs, trees, etc
*Importance of Plant ID
*Bed Maintenance: Spring/Summer/Fall Maintenance Requirements
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Tuesday March 3, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LP072: NEW-Native Shrubs to Know and Plant
Native shrubs can be the versatile foundation for every landscape. They provide instant structure, low-maintenance beauty, and high-quality habitat for wildlife. In urban landscapes, especially, where space can be at a premium, shrubs are an excellent alternative to lawn.
In this presentation, you’ll hear about a diverse array of native shrubs for various landscape situations and conditions.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Lorraine Johnson, Garden Author
Date: Tuesday March 3, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Native shrubs can be the versatile foundation for every landscape. They provide instant structure, low-maintenance beauty, and high-quality habitat for wildlife. In urban landscapes, especially, where space can be at a premium, shrubs are an excellent alternative to lawn.
In this presentation, you’ll hear about a diverse array of native shrubs for various landscape situations and conditions.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Lorraine Johnson, Garden Author
Date: Tuesday March 3, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LS028: Supervisor Responsibilities & Due Diligence
Supervisors play a critical role in workplace health and safety. The seminar is designed to equip supervisors with the necessary knowledge to understand their legal duties, their role as a leader, and the key concept of due diligence.
Topics include:
* Supervisor duties as defined in the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and how these duties link with the employer and worker duties.
* Summarize the duties and responsibilities of a supervisor in accordance with the OHSA and how to implement them in the workplace
* Give examples of how supervisors can exercise due diligence in the workplace.
* Create an action plan of steps that demonstrates due diligence in their workplace.
* Analyze case studies in the workplace to determine if due diligence was established.
This program is directed to new and experienced supervisors who want to develop and improve their understanding and leadership in workplace health and safety.
A resource guide will be provided
Consider continuing with seminar Landscape Ontario’s The Effective Supervisor Building Strategies for Success.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $149.00
Non-member price: $275.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kristin Hoffman, Workplace Safety Prevention Services (WSPS)
Date: Wednesday March 4, 2026 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Supervisors play a critical role in workplace health and safety. The seminar is designed to equip supervisors with the necessary knowledge to understand their legal duties, their role as a leader, and the key concept of due diligence.
Topics include:
* Supervisor duties as defined in the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and how these duties link with the employer and worker duties.
* Summarize the duties and responsibilities of a supervisor in accordance with the OHSA and how to implement them in the workplace
* Give examples of how supervisors can exercise due diligence in the workplace.
* Create an action plan of steps that demonstrates due diligence in their workplace.
* Analyze case studies in the workplace to determine if due diligence was established.
This program is directed to new and experienced supervisors who want to develop and improve their understanding and leadership in workplace health and safety.
A resource guide will be provided
Consider continuing with seminar Landscape Ontario’s The Effective Supervisor Building Strategies for Success.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $149.00
Non-member price: $275.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kristin Hoffman, Workplace Safety Prevention Services (WSPS)
Date: Wednesday March 4, 2026 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
TM018: Turf Basics for a Healthy Lawn
A great lawn makes a great landscape. But where do you start? What are the key components? Benefiting new employees and those with basic turf management experience, this seminar will discuss:
* How to overseed/Importance of overseeding
*Proper fertilizing, watering
*How to water in seed and sod and plant material (plant material requirements)
*How to promote plant health
* Common turf and plant pest id (weeds/insects/diseases)
*Favourable conditions for pests
*Soil water management
*How to reduce pests/pest thresholds and how to deal with them
Being a good steward
Ideal for new owners or staff of lawn care, grounds maintenance firms, parks departments or golf courses.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Michelle von Roeder, ES Landscaping
Date: Wednesday March 4, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
A great lawn makes a great landscape. But where do you start? What are the key components? Benefiting new employees and those with basic turf management experience, this seminar will discuss:
* How to overseed/Importance of overseeding
*Proper fertilizing, watering
*How to water in seed and sod and plant material (plant material requirements)
*How to promote plant health
* Common turf and plant pest id (weeds/insects/diseases)
*Favourable conditions for pests
*Soil water management
*How to reduce pests/pest thresholds and how to deal with them
Being a good steward
Ideal for new owners or staff of lawn care, grounds maintenance firms, parks departments or golf courses.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Michelle von Roeder, ES Landscaping
Date: Wednesday March 4, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
OL016: Unwanted Weeds and their ID by plant family
What are the common characteristics that make certain plants part of the same family? Here we will explore weeds and learn how to recognize them by family.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jodi Healy, Horticulturalist
Date: Wednesday March 4, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
What are the common characteristics that make certain plants part of the same family? Here we will explore weeds and learn how to recognize them by family.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jodi Healy, Horticulturalist
Date: Wednesday March 4, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
LM026: NEW-Navigating Grounds Maintenance Part Two
Grounds maintenance (GM) - A individual who may work for a landscaping company, golf course, educational facility, or public works departments, performing a variety of duties to maintain different types of grounds, from small gardens to large parks.
This new two-part introductory seminar is for the novice or grounds maintenance employee who would like a refresher/review of areas within the (GM) sector the types of careers within it and how to get there.
Although not required it is recommended participants consider attending Part One - LM025 before attending Part Two.
Part two covering
*Pest and Diseases
*Mulching
*Very Basic Pruning Concepts
*Turfgrass Care: Inspection, Mowing, Cutting heights, sodding
*Planting: Trees/shrubs/Annuals/perennials/bulbs
*Time Management/Scheduling/Record Keeping-efficiencies
*Customer Service
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Thursday March 5, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Grounds maintenance (GM) - A individual who may work for a landscaping company, golf course, educational facility, or public works departments, performing a variety of duties to maintain different types of grounds, from small gardens to large parks.
This new two-part introductory seminar is for the novice or grounds maintenance employee who would like a refresher/review of areas within the (GM) sector the types of careers within it and how to get there.
Although not required it is recommended participants consider attending Part One - LM025 before attending Part Two.
Part two covering
*Pest and Diseases
*Mulching
*Very Basic Pruning Concepts
*Turfgrass Care: Inspection, Mowing, Cutting heights, sodding
*Planting: Trees/shrubs/Annuals/perennials/bulbs
*Time Management/Scheduling/Record Keeping-efficiencies
*Customer Service
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Thursday March 5, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LM002: Enhance Your Grounds Maintenance Technique
This popular seminar is one you and your crew should always consider attending before starting your season.
The magic behind every outstanding landscape is found in attention to detail. Knowledge is the key to quality work. This seminar will unlock some of the theory and techniques needed to attain an eye-catching landscape. Learn how those who deliver superior results are not simply doing more of the same things everyone else does; they are doing things better. Explore the details and advanced techniques needed to deliver excellent landscape maintenance in today's changing landscape world
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 20
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Friday March 6, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
This popular seminar is one you and your crew should always consider attending before starting your season.
The magic behind every outstanding landscape is found in attention to detail. Knowledge is the key to quality work. This seminar will unlock some of the theory and techniques needed to attain an eye-catching landscape. Learn how those who deliver superior results are not simply doing more of the same things everyone else does; they are doing things better. Explore the details and advanced techniques needed to deliver excellent landscape maintenance in today's changing landscape world
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 20
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Friday March 6, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LBM123: NEW-Team Leader Training
Successful teams are led by high-performance coaches.
Team Leader Training is an interactive seminar geared towards newly-promoted supervisors or managers who need a refresh about creating high-performance teams: alignment, prioritizing time and resources to ensure billable hours, improving communication effectiveness, inclusive coaching methods, managing team huddles, collaborative conflict resolution, fair progressive discipline and balancing productivity with relationships.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kate Seaver, Kates Garden
Date: Monday March 9, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Successful teams are led by high-performance coaches.
Team Leader Training is an interactive seminar geared towards newly-promoted supervisors or managers who need a refresh about creating high-performance teams: alignment, prioritizing time and resources to ensure billable hours, improving communication effectiveness, inclusive coaching methods, managing team huddles, collaborative conflict resolution, fair progressive discipline and balancing productivity with relationships.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kate Seaver, Kates Garden
Date: Monday March 9, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LG056: NEW-Potted Exotics: What about Olives, Lemons, and Figs??
When your client says, “I’d like something different. Something unique,” or maybe you have a job that needs a special flourish. A Mediterranean touch.
What about adding potted olives, lemons, and figs as a premium choice you can help with.
Although none of these plants are fully hardy here in Ontario. They all do well in containers. And they can all take colder temperatures than many people realize. That means that you have overwintering options.
During this half day seminar participants will find out how to successfully grow maintain, prune and fertilize potted olive trees, potted lemon trees, and potted fig trees.
A seminar for those looking to hear a new potting idea for their next job or just for their own personal interest
Lunch not included
LO member price: $82.50
Non-member price: $145.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Steven Biggs, Food Garden Life Media
Date: Monday March 9, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
When your client says, “I’d like something different. Something unique,” or maybe you have a job that needs a special flourish. A Mediterranean touch.
What about adding potted olives, lemons, and figs as a premium choice you can help with.
Although none of these plants are fully hardy here in Ontario. They all do well in containers. And they can all take colder temperatures than many people realize. That means that you have overwintering options.
During this half day seminar participants will find out how to successfully grow maintain, prune and fertilize potted olive trees, potted lemon trees, and potted fig trees.
A seminar for those looking to hear a new potting idea for their next job or just for their own personal interest
Lunch not included
LO member price: $82.50
Non-member price: $145.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Steven Biggs, Food Garden Life Media
Date: Monday March 9, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
LBM162: The Effective Supervisor: Building Strategies for Success
This seminar considers the day-to-day context in which supervisors perform their role and brings to life the concepts associated with "organizing the work and its performance" as referenced in the definition of a competent person. This seminar goes beyond awareness of the legal roles and responsibilities of supervisors and engages participants in identifying real-life challenges and solutions.
By the end of this training participants will be able to:
* Describe the legal duties and responsibilities of a supervisor
* How to orient a new worker
* Demonstrate good coaching skills
* How mental health impacts the workplace and understand supervisor approaches that promote mental health
* Describe the role of the supervisor in ensuring that human rights in the workplace are maintained
* How to manage conflict
* Describe a supervisor's responsibility for dealing with workplace violence and harassment
* What to do if an injury happens
* Describe the supervisor's role in accommodating workers with disabilities
Recommended for:
* Individuals currently in supervisory positions either newly appointed or experienced
* Individuals who would like to become supervisors
* Managers, HR personnel, CEO, Owners
Recommended that participants are familiar with the workplace health and safety law regarding supervisor duties and responsibilities or attended Landscape Ontario's Supervisor Responsibilities and Due Diligence seminar.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $535.00
Non-member price: $815.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kristin Hoffman, Workplace Safety Prevention Services (WSPS)
Dates: Tuesday March 10, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Wednesday March 11, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
This seminar considers the day-to-day context in which supervisors perform their role and brings to life the concepts associated with "organizing the work and its performance" as referenced in the definition of a competent person. This seminar goes beyond awareness of the legal roles and responsibilities of supervisors and engages participants in identifying real-life challenges and solutions.
By the end of this training participants will be able to:
* Describe the legal duties and responsibilities of a supervisor
* How to orient a new worker
* Demonstrate good coaching skills
* How mental health impacts the workplace and understand supervisor approaches that promote mental health
* Describe the role of the supervisor in ensuring that human rights in the workplace are maintained
* How to manage conflict
* Describe a supervisor's responsibility for dealing with workplace violence and harassment
* What to do if an injury happens
* Describe the supervisor's role in accommodating workers with disabilities
Recommended for:
* Individuals currently in supervisory positions either newly appointed or experienced
* Individuals who would like to become supervisors
* Managers, HR personnel, CEO, Owners
Recommended that participants are familiar with the workplace health and safety law regarding supervisor duties and responsibilities or attended Landscape Ontario's Supervisor Responsibilities and Due Diligence seminar.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $535.00
Non-member price: $815.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kristin Hoffman, Workplace Safety Prevention Services (WSPS)
Dates: Tuesday March 10, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Wednesday March 11, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LG048: Invasive Species Management Options
This seminar will discuss the difference between woody and herbaceous species, management options using mechanical methods or herbicides, personal protective equipment for removing invasive species and selecting the right methods/tools to prevent further spread into the landscape.
Note: 5.67 IPM Accreditation continuing education credits (CEC) available
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jeff Dickie, Conservation Halton
Date: Tuesday March 10, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
This seminar will discuss the difference between woody and herbaceous species, management options using mechanical methods or herbicides, personal protective equipment for removing invasive species and selecting the right methods/tools to prevent further spread into the landscape.
Note: 5.67 IPM Accreditation continuing education credits (CEC) available
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jeff Dickie, Conservation Halton
Date: Tuesday March 10, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
OL025: If Trees Could Talk
What would a tree tell us if we had that conversation? Probably their likes and dislikes of how they are treated. Let’s see what we can do as an industry to help them out.
This is an online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Tuesday March 10, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
What would a tree tell us if we had that conversation? Probably their likes and dislikes of how they are treated. Let’s see what we can do as an industry to help them out.
This is an online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Tuesday March 10, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
LP073: NEW-Woody Plants: Their Appeal and Uses in the Landscape
A woody plant is a plant that produces wood as its structural tissue and thus has a hard stem.
During this two-day seminar participants will learn:
• The basics of plant identification will be covered for trees and shrubs: leaf shapes, flowers, fruit, bark, leaf arrangement etc.
• The advantages and concerns surrounding woody plant choices will be covered, along
• includes discussion of plants suitable for rain gardens, attracting birds, invasive species, native species, hardiness zones, and suitability to soil type
• Over 120 species will be covered
• Plant care, including pruning will be touched on.
LO member price: $330.00
Non-member price: $580.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Sean James, Sean James Consulting
Dates: Wednesday March 11, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Thursday March 12, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
A woody plant is a plant that produces wood as its structural tissue and thus has a hard stem.
During this two-day seminar participants will learn:
• The basics of plant identification will be covered for trees and shrubs: leaf shapes, flowers, fruit, bark, leaf arrangement etc.
• The advantages and concerns surrounding woody plant choices will be covered, along
• includes discussion of plants suitable for rain gardens, attracting birds, invasive species, native species, hardiness zones, and suitability to soil type
• Over 120 species will be covered
• Plant care, including pruning will be touched on.
LO member price: $330.00
Non-member price: $580.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Sean James, Sean James Consulting
Dates: Wednesday March 11, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Thursday March 12, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
OL068: Understanding Soils (Picking the Right Soil)
This talk introduces you to some basic concepts about soil and then reviews the function of various components including sand, clay, air, and organic matter.
The presenter will also look at various soil amendments to understand why you might add them to the soil. Then it’s time to select the right soil for various landscape situations
This is an online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Robert Pavlis, Aspen Grove Gardens
Date: Wednesday March 11, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
This talk introduces you to some basic concepts about soil and then reviews the function of various components including sand, clay, air, and organic matter.
The presenter will also look at various soil amendments to understand why you might add them to the soil. Then it’s time to select the right soil for various landscape situations
This is an online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Robert Pavlis, Aspen Grove Gardens
Date: Wednesday March 11, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
LC059: NEW-Light Up The Landscape
For the beginner or novice who is interested in learning more about landscape lighting, or is thinking of adding landscape lighting to their business offering.
Participants will learn the first steps to understanding light and being able to control it to advantage. By learning terminology and photometrics, you will be able to choose the proper light source for the job. You will learn the difference between throwing light at something, and painting with light. Understanding electricity is key to a safe and reliable lighting system. Learning the relationship between watts, volts and amps is critical in a lighting system design.
Participants will learn the what, why and where of design. What lamps to choose and where fixtures should be placed for the best results. Learn basic troubleshooting and how to minimize your callback time and maximize your efficiency. This is a full day, covering the basic knowledge you require to confidently design and install a professional landscape lighting job.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: John Higo, Turf Care Products Canada
Date: Thursday March 12, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
For the beginner or novice who is interested in learning more about landscape lighting, or is thinking of adding landscape lighting to their business offering.
Participants will learn the first steps to understanding light and being able to control it to advantage. By learning terminology and photometrics, you will be able to choose the proper light source for the job. You will learn the difference between throwing light at something, and painting with light. Understanding electricity is key to a safe and reliable lighting system. Learning the relationship between watts, volts and amps is critical in a lighting system design.
Participants will learn the what, why and where of design. What lamps to choose and where fixtures should be placed for the best results. Learn basic troubleshooting and how to minimize your callback time and maximize your efficiency. This is a full day, covering the basic knowledge you require to confidently design and install a professional landscape lighting job.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: John Higo, Turf Care Products Canada
Date: Thursday March 12, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LBM149: NEW-Permit drawings, Tree Protection,Site Alterations Soil, etc
A half-day seminar for landscape designers and contracts who want to understand the different types of permits that impact their business.
The instructor will cover how to obtain permits for projects, the consequences of building without them, and how their projects will be affected.
Topics covered will include: building permits, site alteration permits, pool enclosure permits, letters of permission from conservation authorities and tree protection plans.
Participants will come away knowing how to create permit drawings, who is authorized to create specific drawings, and how to design and build to comply with the required permits.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $82.50
Non-member price: $145.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Adele Pierre, Adele Pierre Landscape Architect
Date: Friday March 13, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
A half-day seminar for landscape designers and contracts who want to understand the different types of permits that impact their business.
The instructor will cover how to obtain permits for projects, the consequences of building without them, and how their projects will be affected.
Topics covered will include: building permits, site alteration permits, pool enclosure permits, letters of permission from conservation authorities and tree protection plans.
Participants will come away knowing how to create permit drawings, who is authorized to create specific drawings, and how to design and build to comply with the required permits.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $82.50
Non-member price: $145.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Adele Pierre, Adele Pierre Landscape Architect
Date: Friday March 13, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
LBM136: Profitability Begins Before 7 am -The key to a successful morning roll out
Looking for ways to tighten your company's morning routine? This popular seminar is one you should attend before starting your season. The instructor will offer tips to improve efficiency in your yard and get crews on the road and to the client's properties faster.
Topics covered:
*Organization of storage space + yard space using 5s Principles
*The benefits and design of a job trailer
*Communication, keep it simple and timely
*Job binders and information shares
*Planning in advance of the job starting
*Vendor partnerships
*Technology to help you organize the crews
*Employees rewarded for strong performance (Company Culture)
A seminar for owners, crew leaders, general and operation managers.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Greg Wildeboer, Whispering Pines Landscaping
Date: Friday March 13, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Looking for ways to tighten your company's morning routine? This popular seminar is one you should attend before starting your season. The instructor will offer tips to improve efficiency in your yard and get crews on the road and to the client's properties faster.
Topics covered:
*Organization of storage space + yard space using 5s Principles
*The benefits and design of a job trailer
*Communication, keep it simple and timely
*Job binders and information shares
*Planning in advance of the job starting
*Vendor partnerships
*Technology to help you organize the crews
*Employees rewarded for strong performance (Company Culture)
A seminar for owners, crew leaders, general and operation managers.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Greg Wildeboer, Whispering Pines Landscaping
Date: Friday March 13, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LD053: NEW-Bringing Back the Nearly Dead: Renovating an Existing Landscape
To restore your landscape, the most effective methods are rewilding with native plants and adopting naturalistic design.
This seminar will go over dealing with a landscape afflicted with the usual challenges, step-by step.
Starting with a standard landscape, we erase those challenges and redesign the situation. Discussing how to use the existing material and assets when upgrading older landscapes. Along with design principles, construction priorities and winter interest the presenter will cover rejuvenative pruning techniques and principles of hard landscaping (using stone, concrete and wood)
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Sean James, Sean James Consulting
Date: Monday March 16, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
To restore your landscape, the most effective methods are rewilding with native plants and adopting naturalistic design.
This seminar will go over dealing with a landscape afflicted with the usual challenges, step-by step.
Starting with a standard landscape, we erase those challenges and redesign the situation. Discussing how to use the existing material and assets when upgrading older landscapes. Along with design principles, construction priorities and winter interest the presenter will cover rejuvenative pruning techniques and principles of hard landscaping (using stone, concrete and wood)
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Sean James, Sean James Consulting
Date: Monday March 16, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
OL102: NEW-Common and Uncommon Problems in the Landscape for Woody Plants
An overview of the common pests, living and non-living disorders, how to identify and management strategies. We will discuss the hot topics of the past year and some unique issues that we may come across in the field.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Becky Moule, Arbortech Professional Tree Care Inc
Date: Monday March 16, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
An overview of the common pests, living and non-living disorders, how to identify and management strategies. We will discuss the hot topics of the past year and some unique issues that we may come across in the field.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Becky Moule, Arbortech Professional Tree Care Inc
Date: Monday March 16, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
LC019: Grading and Drainage: A Necessary Evil
Grading and drainage can be a tedious task, but it is imperative to get it right in order to achieve success on your next construction job.
This seminar will benefit contractors and designers with little or no familiarity with grading and drainage requirements and processes.
Participants will explore grading principles and standards, and their impact on surface drainage, for most landscape projects. Basic grading calculations, the use of site surveys, the manipulation of land forms, and the preparation of grading details and plans for both surface and in-ground drainage is presented. In-ground drainage considerations are introduced. Typical grading notation methods are also presented. Participants will be required to carry out typical grading calculations and prepare simple grading details.
Participants should bring: scientific calculator, architect's scale and extra paper.
LO member price: $140.00
Non-member price: $245.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Tony Lombardi, Dr. Landscape Inc.
Date: Tuesday March 17, 2026 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Grading and drainage can be a tedious task, but it is imperative to get it right in order to achieve success on your next construction job.
This seminar will benefit contractors and designers with little or no familiarity with grading and drainage requirements and processes.
Participants will explore grading principles and standards, and their impact on surface drainage, for most landscape projects. Basic grading calculations, the use of site surveys, the manipulation of land forms, and the preparation of grading details and plans for both surface and in-ground drainage is presented. In-ground drainage considerations are introduced. Typical grading notation methods are also presented. Participants will be required to carry out typical grading calculations and prepare simple grading details.
Participants should bring: scientific calculator, architect's scale and extra paper.
LO member price: $140.00
Non-member price: $245.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Tony Lombardi, Dr. Landscape Inc.
Date: Tuesday March 17, 2026 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
LC020: Grading And Drainage: Intermediate Seminar
This seminar is for those who have had some exposure to grading design and installation or attended the introductory seminar LC019. A detailed, in-depth study of both surface and subsurface drainage considerations is presented. Areas covered include detailed grading standards and associated requirements, basic cut-and-fill calculations, erosion control, ground rules for effective and safe grading practices and design and construction requirements for retaining walls.
Participants will prepare a full grading plan case study for a residential site with non-typical grading issues, carry out typical grading calculations and prepare simple grading details.
Participants should bring: scientific calculator, an architect's scale and extra paper.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Tony Lombardi, Dr. Landscape Inc.
Date: Wednesday March 18, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
This seminar is for those who have had some exposure to grading design and installation or attended the introductory seminar LC019. A detailed, in-depth study of both surface and subsurface drainage considerations is presented. Areas covered include detailed grading standards and associated requirements, basic cut-and-fill calculations, erosion control, ground rules for effective and safe grading practices and design and construction requirements for retaining walls.
Participants will prepare a full grading plan case study for a residential site with non-typical grading issues, carry out typical grading calculations and prepare simple grading details.
Participants should bring: scientific calculator, an architect's scale and extra paper.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Tony Lombardi, Dr. Landscape Inc.
Date: Wednesday March 18, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
OL015: Common Native Plants and their ID by plant family
What are the common characteristics that make certain plants part of the same family? Here we will explore native plants and learn how to recognize them by family.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jodi Healy, Horticulturalist
Date: Wednesday March 18, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
What are the common characteristics that make certain plants part of the same family? Here we will explore native plants and learn how to recognize them by family.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Jodi Healy, Horticulturalist
Date: Wednesday March 18, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
OL125: Xeriscaping:Water Wise Landscaping
Learn the facts about Xeriscaping and how the principals can be applied to any landscape design.
Discussions will include plant selection, use of native plants and ways to treat soil to hold more water. Although this is a technique practiced in hot, arid climates, xeriscaping has evolved to become useful in any climate. With today's changing weather the principals should be applied to every new landscape design.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Robert Pavlis, Aspen Grove Gardens
Date: Wednesday March 18, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Learn the facts about Xeriscaping and how the principals can be applied to any landscape design.
Discussions will include plant selection, use of native plants and ways to treat soil to hold more water. Although this is a technique practiced in hot, arid climates, xeriscaping has evolved to become useful in any climate. With today's changing weather the principals should be applied to every new landscape design.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Robert Pavlis, Aspen Grove Gardens
Date: Wednesday March 18, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
LA005: Below the Ground: Introduction to Soils and Tree Roots
Approximately 40 percent of a tree's biomass is below ground, as a vast network of roots. Because roots lie out of sight, their care and protection are often overlooked, resulting in poor performance. Understanding how roots grow and the importance of healthy soil is vital knowledge for anyone working with trees to understand.
This seminar will cover:
*Basics of tree biology
*Root growth and soil science
*Importance of healthy soil and proper nutrient cycling
*How to assess soil conditions to improve soil health
*How to help protect tree roots during construction
*Routine maintenance for root and soil health
Participants are encouraged to ask questions and share case studies from their own work experiences. Landscape designers, technicians, contractors and architects, along with property managers, groundskeepers and arborists should attend.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Todd Irvine, MFC, MA, ISA Certified Arborist
Date: Thursday March 19, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Approximately 40 percent of a tree's biomass is below ground, as a vast network of roots. Because roots lie out of sight, their care and protection are often overlooked, resulting in poor performance. Understanding how roots grow and the importance of healthy soil is vital knowledge for anyone working with trees to understand.
This seminar will cover:
*Basics of tree biology
*Root growth and soil science
*Importance of healthy soil and proper nutrient cycling
*How to assess soil conditions to improve soil health
*How to help protect tree roots during construction
*Routine maintenance for root and soil health
Participants are encouraged to ask questions and share case studies from their own work experiences. Landscape designers, technicians, contractors and architects, along with property managers, groundskeepers and arborists should attend.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Todd Irvine, MFC, MA, ISA Certified Arborist
Date: Thursday March 19, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LE010-DU: Skid Steer Loader/Mini-Excavator
This newly developed program covers the essentials required to use a Skid Steer and Mini-Excavator in Ontario and is compliant with provincial training requirements.
Topics reviewed include: Legislation, workplace inspection, equipment inspection (and review of equipment components), safe operation, stability concepts, and basic operating techniques.
Following the classroom portion there is also a hands-on session where students will implement the principals reviewed during theory.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $355.00
Non-member price: $405.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals 411 Bloor West, Oshawa (905) 404-8411
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Thursday March 19, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
This newly developed program covers the essentials required to use a Skid Steer and Mini-Excavator in Ontario and is compliant with provincial training requirements.
Topics reviewed include: Legislation, workplace inspection, equipment inspection (and review of equipment components), safe operation, stability concepts, and basic operating techniques.
Following the classroom portion there is also a hands-on session where students will implement the principals reviewed during theory.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $355.00
Non-member price: $405.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals 411 Bloor West, Oshawa (905) 404-8411
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Thursday March 19, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
LP065: So Much To Learn (About Roses) So Little Time
Not today, we have an entire day set aside to discuss all about roses and answer your questions and concerns.
Starting from planting to pruning to winter care, we will explore the many ways to have a beautiful rose garden.
Care and maintenance will be extensively covered as well. We may even a prune a few roses in the class or outside.
Bring your enthusiasm and secateurs and spend a day with rosarians.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Thursday March 19, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Not today, we have an entire day set aside to discuss all about roses and answer your questions and concerns.
Starting from planting to pruning to winter care, we will explore the many ways to have a beautiful rose garden.
Care and maintenance will be extensively covered as well. We may even a prune a few roses in the class or outside.
Bring your enthusiasm and secateurs and spend a day with rosarians.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Thursday March 19, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LC058: Laser Levels, Spot and Job Site Elevation Layouts
This is a seminar for all members of your construction and design team. Participants should dress for outdoor site measurement and spot elevations collection. The group will practice using laser levels to gather information to be used in-class to translate into a site plan. Participants will leave with a better understanding of how simple planning and information gathering prior to construction will improve site efficiency and enhance results.
Participants should bring: Although some laser levels will be available participants should bring their own to maximize the value of this seminar.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Tony Lombardi, Dr. Landscape Inc.
Date: Friday March 20, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
This is a seminar for all members of your construction and design team. Participants should dress for outdoor site measurement and spot elevations collection. The group will practice using laser levels to gather information to be used in-class to translate into a site plan. Participants will leave with a better understanding of how simple planning and information gathering prior to construction will improve site efficiency and enhance results.
Participants should bring: Although some laser levels will be available participants should bring their own to maximize the value of this seminar.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Tony Lombardi, Dr. Landscape Inc.
Date: Friday March 20, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LA001: NEW-Trees and Shrubs: Planting and Maintenance Practices
Don't waste time and money planting incorrectly.
This seminar explores how to maintain trees and shrubs so that they perform well in difficult urban settings. An introduction to tree and shrub biology is followed by a discussion of main stresses, including drought, construction damage, and lack of nutrients. Participants will learn how to assess a planting site and the proper techniques for plant selection and placement.
This seminar also covers the basics of proactive tree and shrub care, including planting,mulching, watering, soil enrichment, staking. Participants are encouraged to ask questions and share case studies from their own work experiences.
Landscape designers, technicians, contractors and architects, property managers, groundskeepers and arborists should consider attending.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Todd Irvine, MFC, MA, ISA Certified Arborist
Date: Friday March 20, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Don't waste time and money planting incorrectly.
This seminar explores how to maintain trees and shrubs so that they perform well in difficult urban settings. An introduction to tree and shrub biology is followed by a discussion of main stresses, including drought, construction damage, and lack of nutrients. Participants will learn how to assess a planting site and the proper techniques for plant selection and placement.
This seminar also covers the basics of proactive tree and shrub care, including planting,mulching, watering, soil enrichment, staking. Participants are encouraged to ask questions and share case studies from their own work experiences.
Landscape designers, technicians, contractors and architects, property managers, groundskeepers and arborists should consider attending.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Todd Irvine, MFC, MA, ISA Certified Arborist
Date: Friday March 20, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
OL165: NEW-I Think I Blew Blue It
We don’t give ‘blue’ enough credit. Yes, it’s probably the least common flower and foliage colour, but it’s out there, and more than most of us are aware.
We’ll cover the options and how to use them, from Allium to Salvia azurea (and I’m not just full of Schizachyrium!). Blue softens a garden. Blue appears to recede, so makes a garden look larger. There are blue flowers, foliage and fruit to think about! Learn to add blue to your pallette.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Sean James, Sean James Consulting
Date: Friday March 20, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
We don’t give ‘blue’ enough credit. Yes, it’s probably the least common flower and foliage colour, but it’s out there, and more than most of us are aware.
We’ll cover the options and how to use them, from Allium to Salvia azurea (and I’m not just full of Schizachyrium!). Blue softens a garden. Blue appears to recede, so makes a garden look larger. There are blue flowers, foliage and fruit to think about! Learn to add blue to your pallette.
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Online Learning -This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date
Instructor: Sean James, Sean James Consulting
Date: Friday March 20, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
LI003: Irrigation Systems...The ABC's
This seminar provides an introduction to irrigation systems for landscape applications. Emphasis is placed on irrigation components, what they look like, how they work and how parts go together to create a system.
After attending this seminar, participants will know about spray sprinklers, rotor sprinklers, impact sprinklers,valves,pipe,wire, controllers (basic and ET water saving), rain sensors, plus various fitting methods for connecting pipes. Drip (low volume) components and their water-efficient uses.
This seminar is a good foundation for new employees and those who want to learn about irrigation and irrigation products.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Steven Hernandez, Groundhog Landscaping
Date: Monday March 23, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
This seminar provides an introduction to irrigation systems for landscape applications. Emphasis is placed on irrigation components, what they look like, how they work and how parts go together to create a system.
After attending this seminar, participants will know about spray sprinklers, rotor sprinklers, impact sprinklers,valves,pipe,wire, controllers (basic and ET water saving), rain sensors, plus various fitting methods for connecting pipes. Drip (low volume) components and their water-efficient uses.
This seminar is a good foundation for new employees and those who want to learn about irrigation and irrigation products.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Steven Hernandez, Groundhog Landscaping
Date: Monday March 23, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LE010-OT: Skid Steer Loader/Mini-Excavator
This newly developed program covers the essentials required to use a Skid Steer and Mini-Excavator in Ontario and is compliant with provincial training requirements.
Topics reviewed include: Legislation, workplace inspection, equipment inspection (and review of equipment components), safe operation, stability concepts, and basic operating techniques.
Following the classroom portion there is also a hands-on session where students will implement the principals reviewed during theory.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $355.00
Non-member price: $405.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals 860 Belfast Rd., Ottawa for directions cal (613) 244-4388
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Monday March 23, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
This newly developed program covers the essentials required to use a Skid Steer and Mini-Excavator in Ontario and is compliant with provincial training requirements.
Topics reviewed include: Legislation, workplace inspection, equipment inspection (and review of equipment components), safe operation, stability concepts, and basic operating techniques.
Following the classroom portion there is also a hands-on session where students will implement the principals reviewed during theory.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $355.00
Non-member price: $405.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals 860 Belfast Rd., Ottawa for directions cal (613) 244-4388
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Monday March 23, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
LI020: Electrical Troubleshooting for Irrigation Systems
You've been called to a site to investigate why the irrigation system is not starting up. Do you know where to begin when troubleshooting an electric irrigation system? This seminar will cover what you need to know and the equipment needed to analyze, troubleshoot, locate the problem(s), repair the problem and get things working.
Participants will learn:
• Basic electricity theory, volts, watts, ohms, electrons, conductors, insulators, etc.
• How to use your volt/ohm multimeter so that by investigating the system at the controller you will learn what the meter readings are telling you and…
• To troubleshoot electrical problems from the controller without going outside.
• Test power sources, transformers, controller terminal strip output, power wires, field wires, solenoids, sensor wires, wire connections, and batteries.
• What resistance readings can tell you about the health of the irrigation system.
• Locate buried wires to find hidden valves. Find ground faults.
• How to correctly ground an irrigation controller, sports field and golf course pedestal irrigation controllers with ground rods and cadwelds.
This seminar will help save hours, allowing you to be more efficient at troubleshooting AC and DC power sources, volt/ohm meters, irrigation equipment electrical requirements and how to test many devices.
Note:Participants should bring along a basic inexpensive multimeter for testing wiring.
Recommended prerequisites: seminars LI003 or a good irrigation background.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jim Lloyd
Date: Tuesday March 24, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
You've been called to a site to investigate why the irrigation system is not starting up. Do you know where to begin when troubleshooting an electric irrigation system? This seminar will cover what you need to know and the equipment needed to analyze, troubleshoot, locate the problem(s), repair the problem and get things working.
Participants will learn:
• Basic electricity theory, volts, watts, ohms, electrons, conductors, insulators, etc.
• How to use your volt/ohm multimeter so that by investigating the system at the controller you will learn what the meter readings are telling you and…
• To troubleshoot electrical problems from the controller without going outside.
• Test power sources, transformers, controller terminal strip output, power wires, field wires, solenoids, sensor wires, wire connections, and batteries.
• What resistance readings can tell you about the health of the irrigation system.
• Locate buried wires to find hidden valves. Find ground faults.
• How to correctly ground an irrigation controller, sports field and golf course pedestal irrigation controllers with ground rods and cadwelds.
This seminar will help save hours, allowing you to be more efficient at troubleshooting AC and DC power sources, volt/ohm meters, irrigation equipment electrical requirements and how to test many devices.
Note:Participants should bring along a basic inexpensive multimeter for testing wiring.
Recommended prerequisites: seminars LI003 or a good irrigation background.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jim Lloyd
Date: Tuesday March 24, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LA012: Fungamentals 1: The Basics of Tree and Fungi Interactions
In the urban environment trees and fungi are inseparable. The role fungi play in keeping trees alive, and on the other hand shortening their life, is not only critical to arborists and clients, but also those of us who maintain and build landscapes around these trees.
As professionals, we can bring this world to life for our clients, protect their assets from needless damage during construction, and bring immense value through deeper understanding.
This seminar will cover ID skills for decay fungi, introduce ecology of mycorrhizal fungi, fungal pathogens and how cankers form, techniques for preventing the effects of harmful fungi during and after construction, as well as management techniques for both young and old trees that play host to cankers and other common fungi.
Participants will leave with confidence in field ID, explaining fungal pathology to clients, and understanding the cost management and prevention of issues.
Note: 5.67 IPM Accreditation continuing education credits (CEC) 5.67
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kyle McLauglin, Ironwood Arboricultural Solutions Inc
Date: Tuesday March 24, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
In the urban environment trees and fungi are inseparable. The role fungi play in keeping trees alive, and on the other hand shortening their life, is not only critical to arborists and clients, but also those of us who maintain and build landscapes around these trees.
As professionals, we can bring this world to life for our clients, protect their assets from needless damage during construction, and bring immense value through deeper understanding.
This seminar will cover ID skills for decay fungi, introduce ecology of mycorrhizal fungi, fungal pathogens and how cankers form, techniques for preventing the effects of harmful fungi during and after construction, as well as management techniques for both young and old trees that play host to cankers and other common fungi.
Participants will leave with confidence in field ID, explaining fungal pathology to clients, and understanding the cost management and prevention of issues.
Note: 5.67 IPM Accreditation continuing education credits (CEC) 5.67
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kyle McLauglin, Ironwood Arboricultural Solutions Inc
Date: Tuesday March 24, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LI015: Irrigation Design: An Introduction
This hands-on introductory seminar for those who want to learn how to design an irrigation system.
Irrigation companies planning to offer or already offer new or retrofit irrigation system services along with park professionals, grounds maintenance, and those interested in irrigation design should consider attending. Learning the irrigation design fundamentals, how to create a simple irrigation system design, spray and rotor sprinkler head layout techniques and how to design an efficient system.
Participants will leave understanding how to go through the steps required to ensure a professionally designed water efficient irrigation system.
Each participant will need: An engineer’s scale ruler, pencil and calculator.
Recommended prerequisites: seminars LI003 or a good irrigation background.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jim Lloyd
Date: Wednesday March 25, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
This hands-on introductory seminar for those who want to learn how to design an irrigation system.
Irrigation companies planning to offer or already offer new or retrofit irrigation system services along with park professionals, grounds maintenance, and those interested in irrigation design should consider attending. Learning the irrigation design fundamentals, how to create a simple irrigation system design, spray and rotor sprinkler head layout techniques and how to design an efficient system.
Participants will leave understanding how to go through the steps required to ensure a professionally designed water efficient irrigation system.
Each participant will need: An engineer’s scale ruler, pencil and calculator.
Recommended prerequisites: seminars LI003 or a good irrigation background.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jim Lloyd
Date: Wednesday March 25, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LA013: Fungamentals Theory 2 and 3 – Theory of Planting, Pruning, and Root Management
Join Kyle for a review of industry best practice for planting, pruning and root management. Focus will be on understanding the relationship between trees and fungi, and the role fungi play in these three aspects of plant health care.
Although not required it is recommended that attendees have an in depth understanding of Fungi and Integrated Pest Management principles introduced in Fungamentals 1
Details Covered Include
Half day spent reviewing the intricacies of the relationship between trees and fungi throughout their life cycles.
The second half will introduce the relationships between trees and fungi that live on roots (decay and mycorrhizae), tools for minimizing impact while working around roots and ID skills work.
Participants will also get the chance to inspect and dissecting planting stock that is applicable to technical arborists and plant healthcare professionals.
Expectations and Goals
To improve skills for fungal field ID, the role fungi play in choosing trees for planting, and once planted, how fungi interact with trees above and below ground. The focus is to improve comprehension of the interactions between trees and fungi, built on a scientific foundation. Understanding and communicating signs and symptoms of root impact in the canopy.
Other skills explored - diagnosis of decay, symptoms of root impact in canopy, understanding the relationship between proper planting, root death, and when to use pruning techniques (above and below ground) to preserve trees and extend their valuable service life.
Bracket fungi ID skills – Review of Ganoderma, Kretzschmaria, Armillaria, Laetiporus, and Pholiota
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
Note: 5.67 IPM Accreditation continuing education credits (CEC) available
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kyle McLauglin, Ironwood Arboricultural Solutions Inc
Date: Wednesday March 25, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Join Kyle for a review of industry best practice for planting, pruning and root management. Focus will be on understanding the relationship between trees and fungi, and the role fungi play in these three aspects of plant health care.
Although not required it is recommended that attendees have an in depth understanding of Fungi and Integrated Pest Management principles introduced in Fungamentals 1
Details Covered Include
Half day spent reviewing the intricacies of the relationship between trees and fungi throughout their life cycles.
The second half will introduce the relationships between trees and fungi that live on roots (decay and mycorrhizae), tools for minimizing impact while working around roots and ID skills work.
Participants will also get the chance to inspect and dissecting planting stock that is applicable to technical arborists and plant healthcare professionals.
Expectations and Goals
To improve skills for fungal field ID, the role fungi play in choosing trees for planting, and once planted, how fungi interact with trees above and below ground. The focus is to improve comprehension of the interactions between trees and fungi, built on a scientific foundation. Understanding and communicating signs and symptoms of root impact in the canopy.
Other skills explored - diagnosis of decay, symptoms of root impact in canopy, understanding the relationship between proper planting, root death, and when to use pruning techniques (above and below ground) to preserve trees and extend their valuable service life.
Bracket fungi ID skills – Review of Ganoderma, Kretzschmaria, Armillaria, Laetiporus, and Pholiota
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
Note: 5.67 IPM Accreditation continuing education credits (CEC) available
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 15
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kyle McLauglin, Ironwood Arboricultural Solutions Inc
Date: Wednesday March 25, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LE010-CM: Skid Steer Loader/Mini-Excavator
This newly developed program covers the essentials required to use a Skid Steer and Mini-Excavator in Ontario and is compliant with provincial training requirements.
Topics reviewed include: Legislation, workplace inspection, equipment inspection (and review of equipment components), safe operation, stability concepts, and basic operating techniques.
Following the classroom portion there is also a hands-on session where students will implement the principals reviewed during theory.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $355.00
Non-member price: $405.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals 500 Collier MacMillan Dr., Cambridge, for directions only,call 519-624-7940
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Wednesday March 25, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
This newly developed program covers the essentials required to use a Skid Steer and Mini-Excavator in Ontario and is compliant with provincial training requirements.
Topics reviewed include: Legislation, workplace inspection, equipment inspection (and review of equipment components), safe operation, stability concepts, and basic operating techniques.
Following the classroom portion there is also a hands-on session where students will implement the principals reviewed during theory.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $355.00
Non-member price: $405.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals 500 Collier MacMillan Dr., Cambridge, for directions only,call 519-624-7940
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Wednesday March 25, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
OL145: Picking Plants for Problem Areas
Problem areas in your landscape project.. we all run into them. Covering some of the plants available when tackling them this session will look at plant characteristics and their maintenance, along with a few low and no-maintenance plants for normal and problem areas (e.g. Problem areas - heavy shade, steep slopes, wet areas etc.).
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Robert Pavlis, Aspen Grove Gardens
Date: Wednesday March 25, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Problem areas in your landscape project.. we all run into them. Covering some of the plants available when tackling them this session will look at plant characteristics and their maintenance, along with a few low and no-maintenance plants for normal and problem areas (e.g. Problem areas - heavy shade, steep slopes, wet areas etc.).
This is a online learning presentation. Digital platform details will be emailed closer to the presentation date.
LO member price: $65.00
Non-member price: $85.00
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Robert Pavlis, Aspen Grove Gardens
Date: Wednesday March 25, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
LE010-HM: Skid Steer Loader/Mini-Excavator
This newly developed program covers the essentials required to use a Skid Steer and Mini-Excavator in Ontario and is compliant with provincial training requirements.
Topics reviewed include: Legislation, workplace inspection, equipment inspection (and review of equipment components), safe operation, stability concepts, and basic operating techniques.
Following the classroom portion there is also a hands-on session where students will implement the principals reviewed during theory.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $355.00
Non-member price: $405.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals, 2418 Barton St. E., Hamilton (905) 545-2233 (for directions)
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Thursday March 26, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
This newly developed program covers the essentials required to use a Skid Steer and Mini-Excavator in Ontario and is compliant with provincial training requirements.
Topics reviewed include: Legislation, workplace inspection, equipment inspection (and review of equipment components), safe operation, stability concepts, and basic operating techniques.
Following the classroom portion there is also a hands-on session where students will implement the principals reviewed during theory.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $355.00
Non-member price: $405.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals, 2418 Barton St. E., Hamilton (905) 545-2233 (for directions)
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Thursday March 26, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
LA003: Introduction to Tree Pruning
Pruning is among the most effective method for landscape professionals to improve the form, growth and health of trees. This seminar includes both classroom and hands-on instruction outdoors to develop skill and confidence in pruning basics. Participants learn the what, where, why and how of successful pruning for trees. The seminar focuses on pruning of young trees to develop good structure, aesthetics and health. Along with review of health and safety and regulatory considerations.
Outdoor hands-on instruction: Participants should dress for the weather, and bring PPE (personal protection equipment): gloves, CSA- approved footwear, eyewear, etc., and hand secateurs.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Todd Irvine, MFC, MA, ISA Certified Arborist
Date: Friday March 27, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Pruning is among the most effective method for landscape professionals to improve the form, growth and health of trees. This seminar includes both classroom and hands-on instruction outdoors to develop skill and confidence in pruning basics. Participants learn the what, where, why and how of successful pruning for trees. The seminar focuses on pruning of young trees to develop good structure, aesthetics and health. Along with review of health and safety and regulatory considerations.
Outdoor hands-on instruction: Participants should dress for the weather, and bring PPE (personal protection equipment): gloves, CSA- approved footwear, eyewear, etc., and hand secateurs.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Todd Irvine, MFC, MA, ISA Certified Arborist
Date: Friday March 27, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LE010: Skid Steer Loader/Mini-Excavator
This newly developed program covers the essentials required to use a Skid Steer and Mini-Excavator in Ontario and is compliant with provincial training requirements.
Topics reviewed include: Legislation, workplace inspection, equipment inspection (and review of equipment components), safe operation, stability concepts, and basic operating techniques.
Following the classroom portion there is also a hands-on session where students will implement the principals reviewed during theory.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $355.00
Non-member price: $405.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals, 89 Hear Lake Rd. South, Brampton - For directions only call 416-679-4179
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Monday March 30, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
This newly developed program covers the essentials required to use a Skid Steer and Mini-Excavator in Ontario and is compliant with provincial training requirements.
Topics reviewed include: Legislation, workplace inspection, equipment inspection (and review of equipment components), safe operation, stability concepts, and basic operating techniques.
Following the classroom portion there is also a hands-on session where students will implement the principals reviewed during theory.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $355.00
Non-member price: $405.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals, 89 Hear Lake Rd. South, Brampton - For directions only call 416-679-4179
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Monday March 30, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
LE012-KW: Chainsaw Training
To promote the safety of landscape professionals using chainsaws, the MOL requires training on safe chainsaw operation by a competent instructor. This two-day seminar satisfies that requirement.
Day 1 will cover:
*Safety
*Operation
*Maintenance
Day 2 will cover:
*Hands on
*Sharpening
*Cutting/bucking limbs/logs
NOTE: The condition of the chainsaw is an important requirement for this training. For participants to effectively learn in a safe environment, their chainsaw must be in safe operational order. Saws that do not meet the requirements below will not be approved for use during the seminars.
-Functioning chain brake and rear trigger interlock.
-Front and rear handles must be free of structural cracks.
-No fuel leaks present.
-Chain catcher tab/pin is present and intact.
Each participant will required to supply and bring:
Chainsaw.
CSA approved work boots.
CSA approved hardhat in good condition.
CSA approved safety eye wear.
Chainsaw pants or chaps approved for use in Ontario.
Hearing protection (muff style or in-ear).
Leather gloves, flat file, depth gauge tool, round file, file holder.
Chainsaw wrench (scrench).
Fuel and chain oil in appropriate containers.
Lunch not included.
LO member price: $330.00
Non-member price: $528.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Allgreen Tree Service 155 Union St. Elmira for directions call 519-669-0857
Instructor: Mike Hayes, Allgreen Tree Service
Dates: Monday March 30, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday March 31, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
To promote the safety of landscape professionals using chainsaws, the MOL requires training on safe chainsaw operation by a competent instructor. This two-day seminar satisfies that requirement.
Day 1 will cover:
*Safety
*Operation
*Maintenance
Day 2 will cover:
*Hands on
*Sharpening
*Cutting/bucking limbs/logs
NOTE: The condition of the chainsaw is an important requirement for this training. For participants to effectively learn in a safe environment, their chainsaw must be in safe operational order. Saws that do not meet the requirements below will not be approved for use during the seminars.
-Functioning chain brake and rear trigger interlock.
-Front and rear handles must be free of structural cracks.
-No fuel leaks present.
-Chain catcher tab/pin is present and intact.
Each participant will required to supply and bring:
Chainsaw.
CSA approved work boots.
CSA approved hardhat in good condition.
CSA approved safety eye wear.
Chainsaw pants or chaps approved for use in Ontario.
Hearing protection (muff style or in-ear).
Leather gloves, flat file, depth gauge tool, round file, file holder.
Chainsaw wrench (scrench).
Fuel and chain oil in appropriate containers.
Lunch not included.
LO member price: $330.00
Non-member price: $528.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Allgreen Tree Service 155 Union St. Elmira for directions call 519-669-0857
Instructor: Mike Hayes, Allgreen Tree Service
Dates: Monday March 30, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday March 31, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
LI026: Irrigation Boot Camp
This fast-paced two-day seminar is an overview for those with at least two seasons of irrigation experience or who have attended seminar LI003.
We will briefly review the main irrigation components that make up an automatic landscape irrigation system.
Topics covered include; sprays, rotors, impacts, pipe, wire, controllers, sensors, low volume drip emitters, landscape dripline, drip zone kits, dirty water valves, Weather and Cloud based ET controllers and sensors and wiring an irrigation system. Through hands-on learning, you will come away knowing how to build a professional system.
Note: To help establish your personal competence level, participants will get to write a one hour assessment at the end of day two.
Note: Participants are also required to bring personal protection equipment (PPE), including hand, ear and eye protection and CSA work boots.
LO member price: $330.00
Non-member price: $580.00
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Steven Hernandez, Groundhog Landscaping
Dates: Monday March 30, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tuesday March 31, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
This fast-paced two-day seminar is an overview for those with at least two seasons of irrigation experience or who have attended seminar LI003.
We will briefly review the main irrigation components that make up an automatic landscape irrigation system.
Topics covered include; sprays, rotors, impacts, pipe, wire, controllers, sensors, low volume drip emitters, landscape dripline, drip zone kits, dirty water valves, Weather and Cloud based ET controllers and sensors and wiring an irrigation system. Through hands-on learning, you will come away knowing how to build a professional system.
Note: To help establish your personal competence level, participants will get to write a one hour assessment at the end of day two.
Note: Participants are also required to bring personal protection equipment (PPE), including hand, ear and eye protection and CSA work boots.
LO member price: $330.00
Non-member price: $580.00
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Steven Hernandez, Groundhog Landscaping
Dates: Monday March 30, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tuesday March 31, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LS007: Standard First Aid with CPR Level C and AED Certification
This two-day practical first aid course meets government requirements and prepares participants to administer first aid for common landscape injuries. Every landscape crew must have one person with first aid training to assist injured workers. Participants should bring a blanket.
Topics covered included;
* Musculoskeletal Injuries
* Spinal precautions
* Soft tissue injuries (bruises, burns, and frostbite, etc)
* Heat and cold temperature emergencies
* Poisons.
* One rescuer adult/child/baby CPR
* Two rescuer adult/child CPR
* Adult/child/baby choking
* Barrier devices/pocket masks
* AED (Automated External Defibrillator) training
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $185.00
Non-member price: $315.00
Maximum participants: 16
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Representative from, SAJE Vital Signs
Dates: Monday March 30, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday March 31, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
This two-day practical first aid course meets government requirements and prepares participants to administer first aid for common landscape injuries. Every landscape crew must have one person with first aid training to assist injured workers. Participants should bring a blanket.
Topics covered included;
* Musculoskeletal Injuries
* Spinal precautions
* Soft tissue injuries (bruises, burns, and frostbite, etc)
* Heat and cold temperature emergencies
* Poisons.
* One rescuer adult/child/baby CPR
* Two rescuer adult/child CPR
* Adult/child/baby choking
* Barrier devices/pocket masks
* AED (Automated External Defibrillator) training
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $185.00
Non-member price: $315.00
Maximum participants: 16
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Representative from, SAJE Vital Signs
Dates: Monday March 30, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday March 31, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
LA003: Introduction to Tree Pruning
Pruning is among the most effective method for landscape professionals to improve the form, growth and health of trees. This seminar includes both classroom and hands-on instruction outdoors to develop skill and confidence in pruning basics. Participants learn the what, where, why and how of successful pruning for trees. The seminar focuses on pruning of young trees to develop good structure, aesthetics and health. Along with review of health and safety and regulatory considerations.
Outdoor hands-on instruction: Participants should dress for the weather, and bring PPE (personal protection equipment): gloves, CSA- approved footwear, eyewear, etc., and hand secateurs.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Todd Irvine, MFC, MA, ISA Certified Arborist
Date: Monday March 30, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Pruning is among the most effective method for landscape professionals to improve the form, growth and health of trees. This seminar includes both classroom and hands-on instruction outdoors to develop skill and confidence in pruning basics. Participants learn the what, where, why and how of successful pruning for trees. The seminar focuses on pruning of young trees to develop good structure, aesthetics and health. Along with review of health and safety and regulatory considerations.
Outdoor hands-on instruction: Participants should dress for the weather, and bring PPE (personal protection equipment): gloves, CSA- approved footwear, eyewear, etc., and hand secateurs.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Todd Irvine, MFC, MA, ISA Certified Arborist
Date: Monday March 30, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LE013: Skid-Steer Certification Training
A seminar for employers who want to undertake due diligence and for individuals who want to learn how to operate a skid steer safely and correctly. Instruction will include basic operator safety, inspection, and equipment features in accordance with applicable OHSA and regulations and equipment manufacturers' guidance. Each participant will undergo classroom evaluation in a simulated job site environment.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the operator, even after completing the training, to review the specific device they will be operating.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $215.00
Non-member price: $275.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals, 89 Hear Lake Rd. South, Brampton - For directions only call 416-679-4179
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Tuesday March 31, 2026 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
A seminar for employers who want to undertake due diligence and for individuals who want to learn how to operate a skid steer safely and correctly. Instruction will include basic operator safety, inspection, and equipment features in accordance with applicable OHSA and regulations and equipment manufacturers' guidance. Each participant will undergo classroom evaluation in a simulated job site environment.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the operator, even after completing the training, to review the specific device they will be operating.
PPE Requirements: Work Boots, Safety Glasses, Reflective Vest/jacket, pen/notebook
Note:Seminar completion time may vary based on class size and operator experience.
Prerequisites: No experience required
NOTE: Participants will receive training certificate upon successful completion of this seminar.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $215.00
Non-member price: $275.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Herc Rentals, 89 Hear Lake Rd. South, Brampton - For directions only call 416-679-4179
Instructor: Representative from Herc Rental
Date: Tuesday March 31, 2026 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
LA010: Advanced Pruning Seminar
Many landscaper professionals hesitate to prune small trees and shrubs. They feel that may injure or permanently disfigure the plant. In this seminar you will review the basics of pruning then learn some advanced strategies and techniques so that you can encourage proper plant structure, reduce long term maintenance and hazards that can arise from improperly pruned plants.
Learn the reasons and timing for pruning of many different types of shrubs and small trees. We will look at restoration, structural and fruit tree pruning. This seminar includes both classroom and hands-on instruction outdoors to develop skill and confidence in pruning basics. Please dress for the weather and do not forget your secateurs and PPE.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Tuesday March 31, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Many landscaper professionals hesitate to prune small trees and shrubs. They feel that may injure or permanently disfigure the plant. In this seminar you will review the basics of pruning then learn some advanced strategies and techniques so that you can encourage proper plant structure, reduce long term maintenance and hazards that can arise from improperly pruned plants.
Learn the reasons and timing for pruning of many different types of shrubs and small trees. We will look at restoration, structural and fruit tree pruning. This seminar includes both classroom and hands-on instruction outdoors to develop skill and confidence in pruning basics. Please dress for the weather and do not forget your secateurs and PPE.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Tuesday March 31, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LA010: Advanced Pruning Seminar
Many landscaper professionals hesitate to prune small trees and shrubs. They feel that may injure or permanently disfigure the plant. In this seminar you will review the basics of pruning then learn some advanced strategies and techniques so that you can encourage proper plant structure, reduce long term maintenance and hazards that can arise from improperly pruned plants.
Learn the reasons and timing for pruning of many different types of shrubs and small trees. We will look at restoration, structural and fruit tree pruning. This seminar includes both classroom and hands-on instruction outdoors to develop skill and confidence in pruning basics. Please dress for the weather and do not forget your secateurs and PPE.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Wednesday April 1, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Many landscaper professionals hesitate to prune small trees and shrubs. They feel that may injure or permanently disfigure the plant. In this seminar you will review the basics of pruning then learn some advanced strategies and techniques so that you can encourage proper plant structure, reduce long term maintenance and hazards that can arise from improperly pruned plants.
Learn the reasons and timing for pruning of many different types of shrubs and small trees. We will look at restoration, structural and fruit tree pruning. This seminar includes both classroom and hands-on instruction outdoors to develop skill and confidence in pruning basics. Please dress for the weather and do not forget your secateurs and PPE.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $165.00
Non-member price: $290.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jeff McMann
Date: Wednesday April 1, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LE012: Chainsaw Training
To promote the safety of landscape professionals using chainsaws, the MOL requires training on safe chainsaw operation by a competent instructor. This two-day seminar satisfies that requirement.
Day 1 will cover:
*Safety
*Operation
*Maintenance
Day 2 will cover:
*Hands on
*Sharpening
*Cutting/bucking limbs/logs
NOTE: The condition of the chainsaw is an important requirement for this training. For participants to effectively learn in a safe environment, their chainsaw must be in safe operational order. Saws that do not meet the requirements below will not be approved for use during the seminars.
-Functioning chain brake and rear trigger interlock.
-Front and rear handles must be free of structural cracks.
-No fuel leaks present.
-Chain catcher tab/pin is present and intact.
Each participant will required to supply and bring:
Chainsaw.
CSA approved work boots.
CSA approved hardhat in good condition.
CSA approved safety eye wear.
Chainsaw pants or chaps approved for use in Ontario.
Hearing protection (muff style or in-ear).
Leather gloves, flat file, depth gauge tool, round file, file holder.
Chainsaw wrench (scrench).
Fuel and chain oil in appropriate containers.
Lunch not included.
LO member price: $250.00
Non-member price: $528.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Representative from Davey Tree
Dates: Monday April 6, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tuesday April 7, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Seminars main menuTo promote the safety of landscape professionals using chainsaws, the MOL requires training on safe chainsaw operation by a competent instructor. This two-day seminar satisfies that requirement.
Day 1 will cover:
*Safety
*Operation
*Maintenance
Day 2 will cover:
*Hands on
*Sharpening
*Cutting/bucking limbs/logs
NOTE: The condition of the chainsaw is an important requirement for this training. For participants to effectively learn in a safe environment, their chainsaw must be in safe operational order. Saws that do not meet the requirements below will not be approved for use during the seminars.
-Functioning chain brake and rear trigger interlock.
-Front and rear handles must be free of structural cracks.
-No fuel leaks present.
-Chain catcher tab/pin is present and intact.
Each participant will required to supply and bring:
Chainsaw.
CSA approved work boots.
CSA approved hardhat in good condition.
CSA approved safety eye wear.
Chainsaw pants or chaps approved for use in Ontario.
Hearing protection (muff style or in-ear).
Leather gloves, flat file, depth gauge tool, round file, file holder.
Chainsaw wrench (scrench).
Fuel and chain oil in appropriate containers.
Lunch not included.
LO member price: $250.00
Non-member price: $528.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Representative from Davey Tree
Dates: Monday April 6, 2026 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tuesday April 7, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm