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Winnipeg weighing pros and cons of turf pesticides following loosening of restrictions

The city’s community services committee has commissioned a report about phasing in pesticide use on parks and boulevards. One city councillor told council he’s heard concerns from constituents about allergies they experience when dandelions go to seed.


Information campaign initiated to draw awareness of road salt’s impact on water

A 15-week public information campaign has begun to bring awareness of the impact road salt has on drinking water. Melted snow infiltrates into the soil, reaching groundwater and impacting drinking water sources.


Airdrie, Alta. throws its support behind artificial turf sports field project in community

With the city on board as an official partner in the project, it is believed more progress can be made with funding opportunities.


99 per cent of unprotected ash trees are killed within 8-10 years of insect entering region

The emerald ash borer has wiped out hundreds of thousands of Canadian ash trees since its presence in the country was first reported 20 years ago.
 
 
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Saying no

When to say ‘no’ to a landscaping customer who isn’t the right fit

Customers will sometimes cancel the services of landscape contractors for one reason or another, but it’s not often that contractors will “fire” their customers. When it happens, it’s usually for a good reason and one which benefits the landscaper. » Read more...
 
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Landscape Congress

January 10 - 12, 2023
Location: Toronto, ON
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Ontario Golf Course Management Conference

January 17 - 19, 2023
Location: Collingwood, ON
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WCTA Annual Conference & Trade Show

February 15 - 17, 2023
Location: Richmond, B.C.
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Ontario Turfgrass Symposium

February 22 - 23, 2023
Location: Louisville, KY
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Canadian Golf Course Management Conference

February 22 - 24, 2023
Location: Vancouver, BC
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