The Expert Behind Dr. Green

Raunie Ratcliffe is one of Ontario’s leading lawn care and mosquito control professionals, bringing more than 25 years of experience to Dr. Green, a trusted, second-generation Canadian lawn care company. With an Honours Degree from Dalhousie University and a Teaching Degree from the University of Ottawa, she blends scientific training with clear, practical communication—an approach that helps homeowners understand what their lawns truly need to thrive.

Raunie holds an Exterminator’s License in Mosquito and Biting Fly Management as well as a Landscape Exterminator License from the University of Guelph. These credentials support Dr. Green’s expertise in mosquito and tick control, safe application practices, and environmentally responsible lawn care services across Ontario.

For more than 35 years, Dr. Green has maintained an Operator’s License with the Ministry of the Environment and remained an active member of Landscape Ontario since 1999—both important indicators of professionalism and industry compliance. Raunie continues to build on this foundation, staying deeply engaged in new technologies that improve soil health, reduce environmental impact, and deliver more effective lawn care results for homeowners.

Having worked in every level of the family business, Raunie understands how to diagnose lawn problems quickly and create long-term solutions that work. Her passion for healthy, resilient outdoor spaces—along with her commitment to innovation and customer education—makes her a trusted expert for homeowners looking for reliable, professional lawn care in Ontario.