ABOUT |

Why choose us?

Since 1993 we are proud of the relationships we established and the clients we continue to work with. We take pride in creating and maintaining outdoor spaces so you can just enjoy your property. Friends and family are very precious and each and every one of our team members wants to ensure that you can maximize your time with them without the constant property to-do list. Let us do the work; enjoy your property, and have peace of mind that we will take care of all your property needs.

What do we stand for?

MISSION

We are a team of artists crafting inspirational and timeless outdoor spaces

VISION

Creating stunning outdoor environments, which through the continuing care of our team, provide a lifetime of enjoyment

VALUES

Respect: We respect God, our neighbour, and the environment.

Integrity: We are principled, sincere, and deliver what we promise.

Teamwork: We value every employee’s commitment, skills, and potential to make a difference.

Excellence: Our goal is to excel beyond expectations in innovation and creativity.

Leadership: We encourage a culture of efficiency and growth, focusing on being a driving force in our industry.

Your Point of Contact

Greg Wildeboer

CEO/ Owner

After graduating from Ridgetown College in 1993 with an Ornamental Horticulture diploma, I set out to establish my mark in the industry. Whispering Pines was created and since then I have been provided the opportunity to work with exceptional clients and dedicated vendors, while developing a team of loyal staff.

Melissa Brouwer

General Manager

Since beginning my career at Whispering Pines over 10 years ago I have developed a strong passion for flowers and the outdoors. I attended Niagara College and received a Horticulture Technician diploma. I love a challenge and moved from labourer to operations to management. In my free time I enjoy spending time with family and friends in the beautiful outdoors.

Erl Horak

Yard/ Maintenance Operations Manager

Since joining the WPL team in 2009 I have moved from Lawn Maintenance Foreman to Maintenance Operations Manager and Equipment Manager. I am proud to have been a part of growing the company and helping to develop policies and procedures as part of the Management Team. I was born and raised on a farm in the Orangeville area and have 16 years experience in the automotive industry before joining WPL. In my free time, I am passionate about maintaining my own property, enjoying the great outdoors, and playing hockey.

Greg VanEerde

Construction Sales

I started in the industry as a summer student with a local landscaper and my love for stone and equipment become my passion. After finishing my schooling, I moved into the masonry field where I became a mason. Years later found myself back in the landscape industry working at Whispering Pines as a crew leader. After venturing off for seven years to run my own landscape company, I am happy to once again call Whispering Pines my work home and after some 27 years landscaping is still my passion!

Grant Hagan

Construction Manager

My landscape career started as a labourer with Whispering Pines 24 years ago. After 6 years of employment and working my way up to crew leader, I moved on to start my own landscape construction business. After 17 years of operating my own business I am thrilled to be back with Whispering Pines as the construction manager.

Joshua Medemblik

Landscape Sales

My passion for Landscaping started at a young age helping with the maintenance at my parents property, which translated into a small landscape and snow removal business with my brothers. After school I started working for a local landscape business and in 2017 I joined the Whispering Pines team. I am thrilled to be part of the team providing world class landscape construction and maintenance to all our wonderful clients. In my free time I enjoy spending time with family and friends, enjoying the great outdoors and playing golf.

Leah Brakke

Sales Assistant/ Marketing Director

Whispering Pines has been my life since the day I entered the world. I attended Niagara College and received a Horticultural Technician diploma. Over the past 10 years I have done every job possible and have settled comfortably into Construction Sales Assistant and Marketing Director.

Marianne Horak

Financial Admin

I joined the team at WPL in 2016 as Financial Administrator. With 25 years of experience owning my own retail business, I have been able to help in developing financial processes, securing vendors and materials, and managing inventory. In my spare time I enjoy gardening, exercising, and entertaining family and friends.

Kelly Hutchinson

Office Admin

I am the friendly voice on the other side of the phone when you call into the office. I graduated from Georgian College in Barrie with both an Advanced Diploma in Hotel and Resort Administration and Human Resources Management. My knowledge and passion for HR and for Health and Safety has helped WPL take those items to the next level.

Danielle Degroot

Executive Assistant

I joined the team as Executive Assistant in 2018. My education in social services opened the door to working for a local service provider. This role gradually developed and expanded to include assisting management with admin tasks. My experience with payroll, invoices, and databases is a great fit for the team at WPL.