READ: “How Cities, Scientists & Nurseries Are Partnering To Help Seedlings Grow Into Urban Forests” (The Globe And Mail)
The goal of Greening the Landscape Research Consortium is to help seedlings survive to become giants, and its advantage is information-sharing along the “urban tree value chain” – from nursery staff tending seeds, to planting contractors, to municipal foresters nurturing the trees.
SEEDY SATURDAYS ARE BACK!
Happening for all of March — Find a local Seedy Saturday near you!
READ: “New Products for 2023” (Landscape Trades)
Ready for spring? Dive into our annual roundup of new equipment and product releases to get geared up for an awesome year.
READ: “Bigger Is Not Better! 3 Reasons Why You Should Plant Trees When They Are Smaller” (Leaf & Limb)
Bigger trees have bigger crowns. Bigger crowns expel more oxygen, add more value to your home, provide more shade, filter more air and offer more habitat to wildlife. Human health and well-being are comparatively affected more too.
READ: “The Economic Impacts of Invasive Species to Canada’s Forest Sector” (Invasive Species Centre)
Canada’s strong forest economy contributes $25.8 billion to the national GDP and accounts for ~7% of Canada’s total annual exports. Canada’s annual timber losses due to invasive species are estimated at 61 million cubic metres (m³), equivalent to $720 million in losses (CFIA, 2004).
Are You Ready to Write the Red Seal Exam?
A new self-assessment tool from the Red Seal Program is available to help you understand your own readiness for challenging the Landscape Horticulturist/Horticultural Technician Red Seal exam
PPE & Workwear for Women - A Growing & Welcome Discussion Online
It’s time to have the conversation about the lack of PPE designed specifically for women. Chime in and add your thoughts to the online discussion!
It’s Invasive Species Awareness Week! (Feb 20-26, 2023)
Canada’s strong forest economy contributes $25.8 billion to the national GDP and accounts for ~7% of Canada’s total annual exports. Canada’s annual timber losses due to invasive species are estimated at 61 million cubic metres (m³), equivalent to $720 million in losses (CFIA, 2004).
How To Prepare For A Job Fair (Feb 24, Kitchener & Online)
This workshop is designed to help job seekers from a variety of career backgrounds learn about Job Fairs. Preparation is key to sucess.