Join the Guelph Arboretum for a workshop on the Galls of Southern Ontario - explore their incredible diversity, how they form, the organisms behind them, and so much more. This hybrid workshop will begin indoors with an introduction to gall biology, followed by an outdoor exploration in The Arboretum, where we’ll search for galls in [...]
To take the reTRAQ Course you must currently hold the TRAQ qualification. The reTRAQ course includes refresher instruction in the morning, followed by a comprehensive exam in the afternoon. Be prepared to write the exam that day! Location: Markham Civic Centre: 101 Town Centre Blvd, Markham, Ontario, L3R 9W3 - (Canada Room). The course opens [...]
Neither great trees nor a carpet of bloom, the often overlooked but ecologically important shrubs and vines in our landscape will be our focus. Fresh specimens and an easy to use key for shrubs will be used. We will be outdoors for half of the day discovering southern Ontario's native and naturalized shrubs at The [...]
Join the Tree Trust for their workshop: Biomechanics for Avoiding Failure and Embracing Failure for HabitatSpeaker Matt Follet will share his expertise on the biomechanical principles that influence urban tree growth and failure, offering strategies to mitigate risk and enhance tree longevity.Speaker Alex Duszczyszyn will highlight the ecological value of tree failure, emphasizing its vital [...]
The OTCC brings together arborists & industry members in this fun, competitive event. The OTCC is open to the public and everyone is welcome to attend: watch arborists showcase their skills, visit a tradeshow featuring our favourite vendors and anyone can try out tree climbing at the “Fun Climb” station under the guidance of a [...]
To take the reTRAQ Course you must currently hold the TRAQ qualification. The reTRAQ course includes refresher instruction in the morning, followed by a comprehensive exam in the afternoon. Be prepared to write the exam that day! Location: Kinsmen Recreation Centre: 20 Granville St, London, ON N6H 2B1 (Room 3). The course opens 7:30 AM, [...]
The Asian longhorned beetle (ALHB) training session is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and tools required to detect ALHB in the field. The format of the training will be a 1 hour presentation and discussion indoors followed by a 1 hour outdoor portion including a review of ALHB signs and symptoms simulated on [...]
We'll be hosting exams for the: ISA Certified Arborist, Utility Specialist, Certified Urban Forest Professional (Municipal Specialist) and Tree Climber Exam (both Written & Skills) on Friday November 21, 2025 in Whitby, Ontario. Enroll through your ISA account: https://wwv.isa-arbor.com/myAccount/login and click MyISA, MyDashboard, ISA Credentialing The enrollment deadline is November 04, 2025.To be eligible to [...]
Experience Arboriculture at Ontario's premiere arboricultural industry event! Attend dynamic sessions, visit the trade show, earn CEUs, meet new & old friends, and of course, have FUN! Join us and Experience Arboriculture!
