Scientists have, for decades, been trying to bring to the attention of people and their governments the importance of maintaining the biodiversity of planet Earth and of carrying out our daily lives in a fashion that ensures our offspring will inherit a cleaner, greener, more ecologically sustainable world. Governments everywhere, aside from sponsoring some minimally resourced initiatives, have been slow to catapult these issues ahead of things like health care, education, transportation, international trade, infrastructure development and human resources.

The greenest of the green industries in Canada is getting ready for a very busy season. Landscape contractors, designers, maintenance firms, lawn care operators, irrigation contractors, retail garden centres, and nurseries across Canada are gearing up for what is anticipated to be one the busiest seasons in years.

Take this survey to rate your company based on various environmental best management practices for the green industry.

Two posters are available to promote the benefits of the green industry.  Download your copy today and hang them in your office or garden centre.

Garden Centres Canada members hosted “National Plastic Recycling Week" from June 28 - July 5, 2010.