Author archives: Tara Cameron

The SDG team attended the exciting ribbon-cutting ceremony for Niagara-on-the Lake’s new entry gateway feature. This incredible project was made possible by the generosity of the Gerald Kowalchuk Family Fund.  The project first initiated in 2019. Kowalchuk’s vision of a gateway to the historic district, a symbolic representation, a striking first impression, and landscaping excellence …

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Haig had a wonderful time at the Annual General Meeting for the Toronto Botanical Gardens, where he proudly serves on the Board of Directors. Doris Chee a long time OALA member and past president, opened the meeting with a heartfelt land acknowledgement. It was also inspiring to see the second-year TMU students present their creative …

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Join us on July 23rd from 11am to 2pm in Niagara-on-the-Lake for the Pillar & Post Garden Tour! Haig Seferian will be giving an exclusive presentation on the design, approval, and construction phases of the stunning gardens at the Pillar & Post. Special presentations by Oakridge Landscape Contractors, Unilock, Jackson Ponds and the LO Designer …

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Exciting news from SDG! The landscape design for Wallingford Hall residence is now complete, the first implementation of the McMaster University Campus Housing Master Plan we started in 2018. This unique, all-female residence houses 75 students across four floors, offering shared washrooms, cozy common rooms, kitchenettes, laundry facilities, and even a charming tearoom. We are …

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A huge congratulations to our talented landscape designer, Alyssa McDonald, for graduating from the University of Guelph last week! Alyssa has earned her Bachelor of Landscape Architecture along with a certificate in Environmental Citizenship. We’re incredibly proud of your hard work and dedication, Alyssa! Your passion for creating beautiful, sustainable landscapes is truly inspiring. Here’s …

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Brad Smith teed off at the 2024 Bishop’s Charities Invitational Golf Tournament at Glen Abbey on June 5, joined by partners from Oakridge Landscape, Ira McDonald Construction, and Toms + McNally Architects—the same talented team behind the Hamilton Golf and Country Club’s stunning patio design. A special thanks to Oakridge for the invite!

We are proud to share our latest project with Indwell: the redevelopment of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Kitchener into 43 affordable apartments! This innovative project preserves the historic sanctuary for community events, while creating new living spaces distributed across the building’s lower, ground, second, and third floors. The church’s original facades remain intact, with …

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We are excited to announce that our project, Waterloo Park, has been featured in the ASLA Landscape Architecture Magazine! In the article “Decluttering The Park,” Zach Mortice dives into our journey of transforming this historic green space. From removing urban clutter to introducing naturalized bioswales along Silver Lake, our goal was to bring back the …

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Join us in welcoming Jack Willmott to the SDG team as our new summer intern landscape designer! Jack is a third-year Bachelor of Landscape Architecture student at the University of Guelph. He brings valuable experience from his seasonal work in landscape supply, giving him hands-on knowledge of materials and contractor collaboration. Earlier this year, Jack …

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We are thrilled to welcome Alyssa McDonald back to the SDG team full time! With her Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from the University of Guelph and a passion for sustainability, Alyssa is ready to weave her creativity into every project. Her dedication to the environment and design shines through in every project. Welcome back, Alyssa! …

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