The wait is over! You can now take the Red Seal InterProvincial Exam Preparation Workshop whenever you are ready to start your preparations. No more waiting for a scheduled workshop! HortEducation.ca in partnership with the Canadian Nursery and Landscape Association, previously held biannual online workshops with instructor Egan Davis for Red Seal InterProvincial Exam Preparation.... Read more »
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NEW Canadian Apprenticeship Service Grant – Employers receive up to $10,000 grants for new apprentices
Employers! Hiring apprentices or starting your current employees on the apprenticeship path has more funding than ever before with the launch of a new Canadian Apprenticeship Service grant. This is in addition to the existing $9500 (additional $3,750 for eligible minorities) in tax credits available for employers. This means in total, there is now a... Read more »
It’s Back! Landscape Horticulturist Red Seal Exam Prep Workshop November 12, 2022
The Red Seal Landscape Horticulturist endorsement promotes excellence to employers & clients, instills pride in skilled workers, and facilitates labour mobility. Do you have enough industry hours to challenge the RED SEAL Landscape Horticulturist IP exam? Not sure what will be on the exam? Have exam anxiety? Need a refresher? If you have answered YES... Read more »
CNLA Landscape Industry Specific Information Session for new CAS Grant (open to all employers)
The Canadian Nursery Landscape Association (CNLA) is hosting a Landscape Industry Specific Information Session about accessing the NEW $5,000 & $10,000 Canadian Apprenticeship Service Grants for employers to hire new apprentices or start existing employees in the Red Seal Landscape Horticulturist apprenticeship. This is an opportunity to hear directly from the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum about... Read more »
UBC Botanical Garden Horticulture Technician Foundation Training Program Info Session March 24th at 7 pm
UBC Botanical Garden is holding an information session for the Horticulture Technician Foundation Training Program on March 24th at 7 pm. If you are new to the profession or looking to upgrade skills you can join Principal Instructor, Allison Luke, for this online information session. Allison will describe the format and scope of the program... Read more »
Landscape Horticulturist Red Seal Prep Manual & Workshop March 26, 2022
The Red Seal Landscape Horticulturist endorsement promotes excellence to employers & clients, instills pride in skilled workers, and facilitates labour mobility. Do you have enough industry hours to challenge the RED SEAL Landscape Horticulturist IP exam? Not sure what will be on the exam? Have exam anxiety? Need a refresher? If you have answered YES... Read more »
The City of Vancouver Board of Parks & Recreation hiring for 6 Tree Pruner I (temporary full time) positions!
The City of Vancouver Board of Parks & Recreation has an exciting opportunity for six Tree Pruner I (temporary full time) positions! View the job listing follow the link to view the job listing and please share with anyone who might be interested. City of Vancouver Board of Parks & Recreation Tree Pruner I (temporary... Read more »
Landscape Horticulturist Red Seal Prep Manual & Workshop November 6, 2021
The Red Seal Landscape Horticulturist endorsement promotes excellence to employers & clients, instills pride in skilled workers, and facilitates labour mobility. Do you have enough industry hours to challenge the RED SEAL Landscape Horticulturist IP exam? Not sure what will be on the exam? Have exam anxiety? Need a refresher? If you have answered YES... Read more »
Employers that sponsor Red Seal Landscape Horticulturist apprentices receive up to $9500 in tax credits
Apprenticeship is learning a trade through mentorship. A sponsor trains and mentors an apprentice by sharing their wisdom from years of experience in the industry. Training through apprenticeship benefits companies raises your company skillset, benefiting both your company and the Landscape Industry. It enables your business to provide clients with an experienced, educated crew. The... Read more »
UBC Botanical Garden Horticulture Training Program Online Info Session
Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 7 PM PST Register for this event This is an “Online Event” This is a free online public event; anyone interested can attend Do you love plants? Are you interested in a career in horticulture? Are you currently a horticulture professional and want to take the next step in... Read more »
KPU School of Horticulture Horticulture Training Information Session Feb 24, 2021″Online Event”
Ever wondered about a career in horticulture? Curious about the education options available? Join us for an information session and learn about our cutting-edge facilities. Meet faculty, current students and alumni to find out more about KPU’s programs and careers in the horticulture industry. Links: Horticulture Apprenticeship Program KPU School of Horticulture Wednesday, February 24,... Read more »
Landscape Horticulturist Red Seal Prep Manual & Workshop February 27, 2021
The Canadian Nursery Landscape Association (CNLA) is working in partnership with HortEducation.ca to provide an online ZOOM National workshop for anyone who is considering challenging the Interprovincial RED SEAL Landscape Horticulturist exam. The workshop will be approximately 1.5 hours and will review the different components of the exam while providing learning support through a... Read more »