neurodiverse employees. Additional comments described experiences with ageism, elitism and appearance-based discrimination. One person mentioned hearing homophobic slurs at a networking event. Some respondents expressed concern that diversity initiatives may be perceived as superficial if not backed by meaningful action. One suggested that workplace standards and shared expectations for behaviour could help foster inclusion. Some survey participants voiced skepticism about the need for formal DEI programming. One respondent emphasized hiring based on "character, morals and merit" and preferred to keep personal matters out of the workplace. The DIB Committee appreciated feedback to shape future initiatives. There is no single approach that will suit all members, but the goal is to provide interested business owners, employees, contractors and students within the LO community with relevant support they need to learn and flourish. The full analysis of the survey, all of the insights shared by respondents and will use the including graphs and individual comments can be found online at gfl.me/hbTi.
Help rename Landscape Ontario magazine Landscape Ontario magazine has been the trusted voice of Landscape Ontario since 1973. To coincide with the association’s new strategic plan and refreshed logo (and new website coming soon!), it's time for you, our faithful members and readers to give our publication a new name. Landscape Ontario is a community of like-minded industry professionals who are passionate about landscaping and horticulture. The magazine is dedicated to sharing stories of members who help to green our communities, mitigate climate change and provide healthy spaces for our minds, bodies and souls. Landscape Ontario magazine is your connection to the leaders and volunteers whose vision and commitment help to propel our industry and our association into the future. So who better to ask for a more fitting name than you‽ We’re also looking for ideas on a possible tagline to complement the name. Phrases used in the past have included, “The voice of Landscape Ontario” and “The voice of Ontario’s horticultural industry.” So check out the new strategic plan (landsapeontario.com/strategic- plan), put on your thinking cap (or give generative AI a whirl) and submit your short, catchy, relevant name for the magazine that best describes the LO community. The winning name will be chosen by members of LO’s Communications Committee in mid-July and the winner will receive a $100 gift card. Submit your new name suggestion for the magazine online by June 30, 2025 at gfl.me/hbTh.
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