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MARCH 12, 2014
ONLY 2 DAYS LEFT TO ENTER CANUCKS OPPORTUNITY APRIL 7
JEFF PALMER LEADS 2014 PDP RACE
MIKE PARKER RETIREMENT DINNER ON APRIL 12
RBC CANADIAN OPEN QUALIFYING AT MARINE DRIVE
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MEMBERS ON THE MOVE
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
FACT OF THE WEEK
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ONLY 2 DAYS LEFT TO ENTER DRAW FOR CANUCKS OPPORTUNITY
The PGA of BC is proud to announce that through its upcoming partnership with the Vancouver Canucks, we are able to offer this amazing opportunity to Members.
 

Through the Canucks' Mini Minor Hockey program, which includes initiation/novice, atom and pee wee minor hockey teams throughout the province, select minor hockey teams will be given the opportunity to skate during the intermission of a Vancouver Canucks home game.

 

The PGA of BC has secured a spot during the first intermission of the Vancouver Canucks-Anaheim Ducks game on April 7th at Rogers Arena for one lucky child's team referred by a PGA of BC member whose facility is participating in Junior Canucks Golf Week.

 

PGA of BC members should have received an email two weeks ago on this new upcoming initiative. By participating in Junior Canucks Golf Week, your referral's team is eligible for this opportunity. The deadline to enter the draw is Noon on Friday, March 14. To enter, simply email alfie@pgabc.org with the name of the child and team.

   

This exciting opportunity is made possible through the Canucks Centre for BC Minor Hockey and its collaboration with BC Hockey and Charter Bus Lines of British Columbia. These organizations work in partnership to allow minor hockey players and coaches the chance to participate in events which support their growth and development.

 

If selected, teams must be a member of BC Hockey;registered in their association's Initiation/Novice, Atom or Peewee levels;able to arrive one hour prior to the scheduled game time with all necessary equipment to play; and able to provide appropriate chaperones, with no more than four coaches and one referee. More information will be provided if your team is selected to play.  

 

JEFF PALMER LEADS 2014 PDP RACE, NEW UPDATES ANNOUNCED
The PGA of BC is proud to announce some changes to the 2014 PDP race. The notable changes include additional avenues to earn points, flexibility in various categories, deeper payouts and an increase to the overall purse. 
 

Some specific highlights include:

  • Recognition of Golf-related volunteer opportunities 
  • Education Certification Bonuses   
  • Increase to Association Volunteer Opportunities
  • Addition of Canada Cup to point-eligible events
  • Change in end-date to November 30th 
  • Amendment & Expansion to Payout schedule
  • Recognition to 2013's Top 100    
The first update of 2014 also sees the announcement of the first leader in the race: Jeff Palmer of Olympic View Golf Club. Palmer earned points by presenting at the Education Series, participation at the Spring Education Seminar, and volunteerism in the PGA of BC Learning Centre at the Vancouver Golf & Travel Show. 

For the full press release announcing changes to the 2014 PDP and updated 2014 PDP standings, please click here

To see the full 2014 standings, along with the updated points schedule and the PDP points requisition form, please click here 
MIKE PARKER RETIREMENT DINNER ON APRIL 12
Victoria Golf Club is hosting a Retirement Dinner for Mike Parker on Saturday April 12th to help celebrate 43 years at Victoria Golf Club, with 29 of those years at the Head Professional position.   

 

The Club is aware that Mike has been a key figure in the PGA of BC once serving as its President and recently being acknowledged with the Lifetime Achievement Award.  It wishes to welcome any PGA Members to join in on the evening to help celebrate Mike's great career.

 

Those wishing for more information can contact Scott Kolb directly at scott@victoriagolf.com or 250-598-4321 (ext. 202).

RBC CANADIAN OPEN QUALIFYING AT MARINE DRIVE JUNE 9
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The Western Canada Qualifying Round for the 2014 RBC Canadian Open will take place Monday June 9 at the Marine Drive Golf Club.     

 

The Regional Qualifying Competition at Marine Drive is one of three first stage regional qualifiers and features 18 holes stroke play with the low qualifier at each site receiving an exemption directly into the 2014 RBC Canadian Open field, provided the starting field is a minimum of 100 competitors at each site. The top 15% of finishers at each regional qualifying competition are eligible to compete at Final Qualifyingn at Club de Golf St-Rapha�l on July 21.

 

The deadline to register for the June 9 event is June 2.
 

For more information on the qualifying process, please click here   

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MEMBERS ON THE MOVE

Brian McDonald's application to be an Executive Professional has been approved by the PGA of Canada and he becomes Executive Professional at Fairview Mountain Golf Club.

 

Danny Long is now Head Professional at Fairview Mountain Golf Club.

 

Graham Ogden has successfully passed his Class "A" Exam and becomes a Class "A" Professional at Hazelmere Golf & Tennis Club.

 

Juan Rostworowski has successfully passed his Class "A" Exam and becomes a Class "A" Professional at Musqueam Golf and Learning Academy.

 

Ray Kwok has successfully passed his Class "A" Exam and becomes a Class "A" Professional at Morgan Creek Golf Course.

 

Jake Kwon has successfully passed his Class "A" Exam and becomes a Class "A" Professional at Meadows Golf Centre.

 

Matthew Bartholomew transfers from the Great Britain and Ireland PGA and becomes a Class "A" Teaching Professional at GolfTEC South Surrey.

 

Wade Preston transfers from the Ontario Zone and becomes a Candidate for Membership at Fairview Mountain Golf Club.

 

David Bolton is now Head Teaching Professional at Pacific Golf Academy (Richmond)

 

Jesse Crowe is now a Class "A" Professional at Salmon Arm Golf Club.

 

Wayne Hong has successfully passed his Class "A" Exam and becomes a Class "A" Professional at Riverway Golf Course.   

 

Ulrik Schindler has successfully passed his Class "A" Exam and becomes a Class "A" Professional at Eaglecrest Golf Course.

 

David Park has successfully passed his Class "A" Exam and becomes a Class "A" Professional at Redwoods Golf Club.

 

Matthew Greenway has completed the PACE program and is now a Class "A" Professional. 

NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Assistant Professional - Arbutus Ridge Golf Club

Assistant Professional - Lakepoint Golf & Country Club 
 
Click here to view the full list of career opportunities in the Members Only section on the PGA of BC website. 
 
Click here to view careers listed on the PGA of Canada website

FACT OF THE WEEK
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