GreenMatter NEWS
May 24, 2016
What's New at CGSA
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THERE IS A LOT OF ACTIVITY AT CGSA HEADQUARTERS
The staff at the CGSA headquarters wants to hear your views on any projects that we are working on.   Read More...

WIN A CONFERENCE REGISTRATION PACKAGE FOR VICTORIA 2017
Pay your 2016-2017 CGSA membership fees by May 31st, 2016 and you have a chance to win a conference registration package to the 2017 Canadian Golf Course Management Conference (CGCMC) in Victoria, BC. 

This is the first time in its 50 year history that the CGSA will hold its annual conference and exposition in Victoria!
The package entitles you to a full "All-Inclusive" registration that includes access to all conference education, trade show, social and meal functions.

You have the option of paying your membership fees on-line at www.golfsupers.com or sending your payment by fax to: 416-626-1958, by email to lmicucci@golfsupers.com or by mail to the CGSA at 5399 Eglinton Ave. W., Suite 201, Etobicoke, ON M9C 5K6, or simply call 416-626-8873/1-800-387-1056.
Thank you for your support and GOOD LUCK!

REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE 2016 CGSA FALL FIELD DAY AT ROYAL MONTREAL GOLF CLUB
Host superintendent Greg Greer invites you to this National Tournament. Read More...
NEWS & VIEWS
Victoria GC's Yvon Jeaurond Up For GCSAA's Most Valuable
Technician In North America
Yvon Jeaurond, the Service Manager at the Victoria Golf Club for the last 10 years is a finalist for a very prestigious award in the Golf Course Superintendents Association of  America (GCSAA)  Read More and Cast Your Vote...


Sports Turf Canada Announces Greg Lampman 2016 Sports Turf Manager of the Year
The Sports Turf Manager of the Year award is a prestigious honour which recognizes an individual's professional ability and contribution to the Canadian sports turf industry and shows appreciation for his or
her proactive and progressive efforts within the profession. Read More...

MEMBERSHIP UPDATE
NEW MEMBERS
 
Please join the CGSA in welcoming the following new members and/or members who re-joined recently.
 
DANIEL BESSETTE, CALGARY AB
WADE BORTHWICK, VICTORIA BC
JORDAN CARBONE, CREEMORE ON
STEVEN COLLINS, FORT WILLIAM FN ON
JACOB DUECK, CHILLIWACK BC
JOSHUA EDGAR, VICTORIA BC
RILEY HUMMELLE, NEW WESTMINISTER BC
YVON JEAUROND, VICTORIA BC
STUART JOHNSON, COQUITLAM BC
ALAN KESSLER, MEDICINE HAT AB
BRETT OPIKOKEW, LANGLEY BC
TONY PATROCINIO, PENTICTON BC
CAROLYN REITZEL, SURREY BC
BRETT ROBINSON, VANCOUVER BC
KEITH WOJTKIW, RADIUM HOT SPRINGS, BC


SUPERINTENDENT AT ESTEVAN WOODLAWN GC IS NEW AGS
Bob Currie recently certified as an Accredited Golf Superintendent.   READ MORE...
AWARDS PROGRAMS
Deadline dates for submissions are set for 2016 awards Read More...
NATIONAL TOURNAMENTS FOR MAY
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IN TOUCH WITH THE REGIONS
DUSTIN ZDAN REPORTS FROM ALBERTA
A spring that has been abnormally warm and dry weather wise has led to devastation to our fellow Albertans in Fort. McMurray . Read More...
JOHN MCLINDEN REPORTS FROM ONTARIO
The OGSA will be once again sponsoring radio ads this summer to promote the Golf Course Superintendent. Read More...
JOHN SCOTT REPORTS FROM QUEBEC
All golf courses are open and seeing pictures on social media they are looking to be in great shape. If the weather would cooperate we would be able to let the players enjoy the great conditions. Read More...

PIERRE VEZEAU REPORTS FROM SASKATCHEWAN
Spring in Saskatchewan has felt more like summer. Many areas are experiencing July  like weather in the beginning of May, with many places breaking record high  temperatures. Having said that, word is, golf courses across the province are in very  good condition already. Read More...
INDUSTRY NEWS
NEW PRODUCT ANNOUNCEMENT FROM JACOBSEN
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CEsafety OFFERS ADVICE & GUIDELINES
Here are some reminders to keep your crew safe on the job. Item One...