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Protect Your Livelihood as a Structural Pest Management or Nuisance Wildlife Operator
Recently, municipalities in Ontario have been superseding Provincial and Federal Law regarding structural pest management and nuisance wildlife practices and compliance laws. At present, Pickering and Vaughan have passed municipal by laws in relation to rodent control and wildlife control that are in contradiction to the Provincial Pesticides Act and Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, as well as the Federal Pest Control Products Act.
The costs associated with these by laws will directly go back to the client or residents of those municipalities. This additional cost may lead to negative impacts on the small business community and the marginalized citizens of Ontario.
We the undersigned petition the Legislative Assembly of Ontario as follows: by signing indicates support for pre-emption meaning that Municipal by laws for the Structural Pest Management and Nuisance Wildlife Industry in Ontario do not supersede Provincial Law.
Sign the petition now and share with your colleagues, family and friends.
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2025 SPMAO Golf Tournament
Save the Date
Registration Opening Soon
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2025 SPMAO Fall Workshops
Save the Dates
Registration Opening Soon
The Structural Pest Management Association of Ontario (SPMAO) is excited to announce its upcoming Fall Workshops in October 2025. The workshops will be held on two separate dates and locations to accommodate professionals from across the province.
Kingston
Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Kingston
1550 Princess Street
Kingston, ON K7M 9E3
Join us in Kingston for a day filled with insightful presentations and networking opportunities with industry leaders that promises to deliver the latest advancements and best practices in pest management.
London
Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Lamplighter Inn & Conference Center
591 Wellington Road South
London, ON N6C 4R3
For those who are unable to attend the Kingston event, the same comprehensive program will be available in London. This second date ensures that all members have the opportunity to benefit from the valuable content and connections offered by the SPMAO Workshops.
What to Expect
Educational Sessions: Gain knowledge from experts on the latest trends and technologies in pest management.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow professionals, suppliers and industry leaders to share experiences and insights.
Exhibitor Showcase: Explore products and services from leading suppliers in the pest control industry.
Who Should Attend?
This conference is ideal for pest management professionals, business owners, technicians and anyone involved in the pest control industry. Whether you are looking to expand your knowledge, improve your services or grow your professional network, this event is designed to meet your needs.
Registration Details
Registration for the SPMAO Workshops will open soon.
Stay tuned for further announcements on the SPMAO website and through our newsletters.
Be sure to mark your calendar and secure your spot early as spaces are expected to fill quickly.
A reminder that SPMAO Events are to be used for educational, learning and networking purposes and not as a recruitment opportunity.
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Blast From the Past
Picture of the 1953 OPCA (Ontario Pest Control Association)
courtesy of Ted Berdowski
Want to be featured on our social media pages?
We want your photos!
We are looking for cool photos for our public page – think big wasp nests or intricate ant colonies. Keep it public friendly!
Bonus: We want the nitty-gritty on the job photos to share with our members as well!
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We look forward to seeing you all on our social media accounts. Please share, like and follow.
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July Book Suggestion
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Implement Continued Education Credits for the Ontario Structural Pest Management Industry
The current process for Structural Pesticide Licensing in Ontario is fee based. The Structural Pest Management Association of Ontario (SPMAO) requests the implementation of Continued Education Credits (CEC’s) for the structural pest management industry. CEC’s in Ontario will strengthen the structural pest management industry and provide ongoing professionalism to stay current with best practices and techniques.
Ontario is a leader in the field of structural pest management however, it is one of the last remaining provinces to implement CEC’s. This will increase government revenue and provide opportunities for industry growth at the same time providing safe practices for the people, pets and the environment of Ontario. SPMAO requests for the action of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario to adjust provincial standards to include CEC’s.
We petition the Legislative Assembly of Ontario to support CEC implementation for the Structural Pest Management Industry in Ontario.
Kindly sign the petition to support this much-needed change.
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We invite you to contibute!
Please send your articles to [email protected].
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Structural Pest Management Association of Ontario
1370 Don Mills Road, Suite 201Toronto, Ontario M3B 3N7
www.spmao.ca
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