Clippings for July 4, 2024

Indoor water restrictions are now lifted, we expect outdoor restriction to be lifted very soon. Please check https://www.calgary.ca/emergencies/critical-water-main-break-june-2024/water-main-break-updates.html for the most recent news/updates.

Also, a quick reminder about the importance of keeping track of your losses, extra expenses, lost or postponed work, etc. It could be crucially important in any future financial supports from government or in insurance claims or contract disputes.  

Please take 5-7 minutes to fill this out. https://forms.office.com/r/hWvQ0CSMpP

While our spring has been cool and wet, Summer is here and with that comes the heat. Know the signs of heat stress in you and your employees.  

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We're thrilled to announce that the Canadian Nursery Landscape Association (CNLA) and the Canadian Society of Landscape Architects (CSLA) have released the revised Version 4 (June 2024) of the Canadian Landscape Standard (CLS) 2.0!

This latest edition includes a completely new and updated Section 5 - Growing Medium and several other enhancements. The CLS is your go-to guide for best practices in landscape maintenance and construction projects across Canada.

By purchasing the CLS, you receive a three-year subscription with regular updates to ensure you have the latest industry standards.

Discover more and stay ahead in your professional journey: https://cnla.ca/training/canadian-landscape-standard

Read the press release: https://cnla.ca/uploads/CLS2-ver4-Press-Release.pdf

Do you struggle with recruiting new talent and getting your job posts in front of the right people?

We have great news for you: the LANDSCAPE.JOBS job board has been updated with a new look and new features!

What’s new?

• creating and updating your job posts is now simpler
• the board is now searchable, sortable and easier for candidates to navigate
• we’ve introduced a new tool to help you screen new workers

And it’s FREE! Learn more on https://www.landscape.jobs/

Trees for All: Equity in Canada’s Urban Forests

October 15-18, 2024 Winnipeg, MB

Heightened recognition of the economic, environmental, social, and health benefits of trees has illuminated the importance of equity within Canada’s urban forests.

The topic of equity in urban forests is multi-faceted, and includes both ecological and social considerations. Long-term strategic urban forest planning and management priorities are increasingly being informed through public engagement and through a diversity, inclusivity and equity lens.

The conference theme of equity will guide discussions to support the planning and management of urban forests to ensure the benefits that trees provide are accessible and sustainable for all.

The CUFC provides a forum for professionals, municipalities, and community groups to share their experiences and unique approaches to the stewardship of Canada’s urban forests.

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Showcase your expertise and creativity... Download the Landscape Awards Entry Package with all the information you will need for this year's awards below.

All active members get their first entry free! If you have never entered before we hope this helps you take your first step into the awards program. Or if you have entered in a while, what a great time to get involved again.

Online Entry Form  |  Entry Package

Cat® / Cat® Rental Store: Save up to $2,750 on select CAT equipment and attachment purchases and 10% off the list or book rate for anything rented through the Cat Rental Store.

Michelin: Special pricing on MICHELIN Passenger & Light Truck, Agriculture, Compact Line, Tweel SSL and Earthmover Tires.

Parkland: Per litre discount on retail fuel, cardlock and bulk fuel.

Mark’s: Discount on select Mark’s workwear clothing, footwear and safety accessories.

Are you a member of the Landscape Alberta? Are you taking advantage of your Member Benefits?

We offer discounted pricing on vehicles & equipment, industry training,

financial services & much more!

To access the Member Benefits portal, click here. If you don’t have a log-in please reach

out to memberservices@cnla-acpp.ca to request one.