August 2021

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BCLNA reinvents its trade show

The British Columbia Landscape & Nursery Association (BCLNA) has rebranded and reimagined its trade show, formerly known as CanWest Horticulture Expo.

In memoriam — Cornelia Hahn Oberlander LT

Canadian landscape architect Cornelia Hahn Oberlander passed away May 22, 2021 at her home in Vancouver, B.C. She was 99 years-old.

Nominations open for the International Grower of the Year Awards

The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) is seeking nominations for the 2022 International Grower of the Year (IGOTY) Awards.

Construction is underway on the Humboldt Urban Garden Sanctuary

More than three years ago, the community of Humboldt, Sask., was forever changed by the tragedy involving the Broncos hockey team.

Burnaby green space renovation breaks ground

Steamworks Brewing Company, Para Space Landscaping Inc., the British Columbia Nursery and Landscape Association (BCNLA) and the Green Cities Foundation are collaborating on the renovation of an under-utilized area of Burnaby, B.C.

Brandt to add more than 1,000 new employees

The Brandt Group of Companies is expanding its workforce by more than 1,000 new employees by the end of the year.

Dramm begins construction of new headquarters

Construction is now underway on Dramm Corporation’s new headquarters in Manitowoc, Wis.

Urban greening initiative welcomes inaugural members

A new public-private research consortium created to address urban landscape challenges is now open for membership.