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MAY 7, 2014
2014 BUYING SHOW REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
SCHOLARSHIP AND BURSARY OPPORTUNITIES
JEFF PALMER JOINS BOARD
TARA RODEN CONTINUES TO LEAD PDP
CANUCKS JUNIOR GOLF WEEK OFFICIALLY LAUNCHES
ODLUM BROWN LIMITED SIGNS ON AS PLATINUM PARTNER
PGA OF BC WOMEN'S EVENT UPDATE
PGA TOUR CANADA QUALIFYING SCHOOL
TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS LESS THAN 3 WEEKS AWAY
ASSISTANT'S AND SENIOR'S CHAMPIONSHIP REGISTRATION
CONGRATULATIONS
MEMBERS ON THE MOVE
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
FACT OF THE WEEK
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2014 BUYING SHOW REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

Registration for the 2014 PGA of BC Buying Show Oct. 15 and 16 at the Richmond Oval is now open.


Early registration, which runs from now until June 30 offers exhibitors a $200 discount off initial 10'x10' booths, and $150 off each additional booths. No exceptions or extensions will be granted. Regular Registration will take place from July 1st - September 15th.

 

The 2014 PGA of BC Buying Show will feature a Pipe & Drape Setup. All 10'x10' booths will be furnished with one (1) table, two (2) chairs, and access to electricity. No hard walls or of similar presence will be permitted. Breaches to this policy will be subject to the immediate removal by the PGA of BC and no refunds will be granted. No exceptions will be made. All Exhibitors will be granted two (2) designated exhibitor passes for the show.

 

For more information on the 2014 Buying Show, please click here 

 

For the Buying Show Registration Form, please click here 
SCHOLARSHIP AND BURSARY OPPORTUNITIES
PGA of BC LogoThe PGA of BC is proud to announce that it is once again offering a scholarship and bursary program. The Jim Gibson Scholarship and the Forestar
Golf Community Leadership Bursary, each $1,000 to the deserving winner, will be given out at our October awards ceremony, but applications are now being accepted until August 15.
 

The $1,000 Jim Gibson Scholarship is named in honour of the late Jim Gibson and is a tribute to 

the commitment and dedication of this long-time ambassador of the Association. The award is given to an individual of the PGA of BC community that best exemplifies volunteerism and continues to show dedication
in furthering their education to benefit others in a community. For more information and the application form for the Jim Gibson Scholarship, please click here

In partnership with Forestar Golf Sales Ltd., the PGA of BC is proud to announce the development of the $1,000 Forestar Golf Community Leadership Bursary, awarded to an individual who demonstrates an extraordinary desire and passion to use their unique gifts and abilities in order to make a significant difference in the lives of those around him/her, and in doing so, sets an example of "giving back" that all PGA of BC members can be proud to be associated with. For more information and the application form for the Forestar Golf Community Leadership Bursary, please click here

Please note that non-members of the Association are eligible to win these awards, but they must be nominated by a Member in good standing of the PGA of BC.  
JEFF PALMER ELECTED TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The PGA of BC would like to thank all those who participated in the recent election to determine the incoming Director on the PGA of BC Board. This election proved to be another strong turnout at the online voting polls and once again, the race for the seat was extremely close. Congratulations to all candidates for putting their names forward and their strong campaigns.  

 

Olympic View Golf Club's Jeff Palmer has been elected by his peers. Jeff brings to the PGA of BC, a wealth of knowledge and experience from a diverse background that is sure to benefit the Association in a variety of aspects. His tenure on the Board will be a two year term, effective immediately. To read the press release on the recent election, please click here 

TARA RODEN CONTINUES TO LEAD PDP

The 2014 PDP Order of Merit standings saw big moves made by Cordova Bay Golf Course's Doug Hastie and Kelowna Golf & Country Club's Rob Anderson, but the leader as of May 1 continues to be Gallagher's Canyon Golf & Country Club's Tara Roden.

 

Roden entered the month with a 13-point lead over Myles Johnson of Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club, but Johnson was passed by Hastie, who attended CNC classes in Florida during the winter and received credit for that after filling in the online PDP requisition form. Hastie sits at 37 points, only 10 behind Roden and two ahead of Johnson, who now sits third.

 

Rounding out the top five are Chad Scott of The Harvest Golf Club at 34 points, 13 behind Roden; and Anderson, at 32 points, who took the Golf Canada Rules of Golf seminar in April and also filled out the online PDP requisition form for those points.

 

The PGA of British Columbia also announced the launch of the Professional Development Program Top 100. Look for the PGA of BC Top 100 Golf Professionals emblem for all members who achieved this honour. In addition, Top 100 members are encouraged to use this brand for all marketing purposes.

 

Full details of the PDP program, including the updated May standings, are available here  

 

To download a list of the 2013 Top 100, please click here 

CANUCKS JUNIOR GOLF WEEK OFFICIALLY LAUNCHES
The PGA of British Columbia in partnership with the Vancouver Canucks are proud to introduce Canucks Junior Golf Week, presented by Odlum Brown Limited. This new community partnership and program is designed to help children and youth from across British Columbia stay active and engaged in sport beyond the hockey season.

 

Canucks Junior Golf Week will take place from July 2-9, 2014, at more than 50 golf facilities throughout British Columbia. Children and youth aged 5-18 years will have fun learning the game of golf through certified PGA of British Columbia instructed golf camps in their respective communities. BC Hockey is also providing support to the program by extending this opportunity to their vast membership of minor hockey players around the province. Boys and girls from all sports and all skill levels are encouraged to register.


To read the full press release, please click here

To sign up for Canucks Junior Golf Week, please click here 
ODLUM BROWN LIMITED SIGNS ON AS PLATINUM PARTNER
On the heels of the partnership forged with the Vancouver Canucks and the Vancouver Canuck Centre for BC Hockey, the PGA of BC is proud to announce that Odlum Brown Limited has signed on as Presenting Sponsor of the inaugural Canucks Junior Golf Week, which runs from July 2 to 9 at more than 50 golf courses across British Columbia.

 

Canucks Junior Golf Week will provide an avenue for these future junior golfers-to-be a chance to pick up a golf club for the very first time in a team setting. This platform also serves as a great chance for new golfers to gain familiarity with golf facilities in their respective communities and their established junior programs.

 

"Odlum Brown Limited is proud to partner with the PGA of BC as Presenting Sponsor of the inaugural Canucks Junior Golf Week," said Debra Hewson, President & CEO of Odlum Brown Limited. "Supporting children and sports in our communities are very important to us. This partnership is a wonderful opportunity to encourage children provincially to be active and engaged in sport, while learning life skills such as sportsmanship and respect in a safe, fun environment."


To read the full press release, please click here 
PGA OF BC WOMEN'S EVENT UPDATE
PGA of BC Logo The PGA of BC is now scheduled to host a Women's Only Event at Hazelmere Golf & Tennis Club on Monday, September 8 and Tuesday, September 9. An Education component will be held on the Morning of September 8th, followed by tee times starting at 1 p.m. on the first day and 7:30 a.m. on the second day.

Female PGA of BC members who have not yet registered are encouraged to do so. Registration cost is $225 + tax with costs being offset by provided raffle tickets.

Please click here  for more information. 
PGA TOUR CANADA QUALIFYING SCHOOL AT CROWN ISLE
Three PGA of BC members will be trying to get their PGA Tour Canada cards at Q-School this week.

Summerland Golf & Country Club's Greg Machtaler, Chilliwack Golf Club's Brad Clapp and Redwoods Golf Club's Richard Choi are in the field for the May 5-9 PGA Tour Canada Qualifying School at Crown Isle Resort & Golf Community.

Machtaler opened with a -4 round of 68 on Tuesday and will try to keep the momentum going into the final three rounds of Q-School. Clapp shot a second-round 69 on Wednesday and was within striking distance of a top-18 finish.

This Q-School is the last of 3 the PGA  Tour Canada held this spring. The Crown Isle event, like previous Q-School events in California and Florida, has a 132-player field maximum and offers 18 exempt cards and conditional status for the rest of the top 40 plus ties into the PGA Tour Canada for 2014.
TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS LESS THAN 3 WEEKS AWAY
It's just under a month until the 2014 TaylorMade & adidas Golf PGA of BC Tournament of Champions Presented by Richport Ford at University Golf Club on May 26th.

The regular registration is $375 per team and closes on May 16.

The Holiday Inn Vancouver-Centre (Broadway) is the host hotel for the Tournament of Champions and the PGA of BC has a block of rooms where members can book until this Friday, May 9.

Book online using this link or calling 604-879-0551 and reference "PGA BC".

The event features teams consisting of the club's Club Professional and Club Champion in a one-day competition marked by great shots and great camaraderie.

Should members of a 'Club Professional' designated category be unable to participate, a Class "A" Professional from the same facility may take their place. Facilities employing only Candidate for Memberships may enter a team consisting of an Amateur and Candidate for Membership.

Don't miss this great event! For more information and to register, please click here 
ASSISTANTS' AND SENIORS' CHAMPIONSHIP EARLY REGISTRATION
There's less than a month until the Flightscope and COBRA PUMA Golf PGA of BC Assistant's Championship and the PGA of BC Seniors Championship at Rivershore Golf Links in Kamloops, but the early registration deadline is fast approaching.

Early registration of $200 is available only until May 12, while regular registration of $225 per player is available from May 13 to 23.

The Assistant's Championship is open to all Candidate for Memberships, Teaching and Class "A" Professionals in good standing.  When the field is full, priority will be given to those members employed at a golf facility. The defending champion is Summerland Golf & Country Club's Greg Machtaler, seen above in black.

For the Seniors' Championship, players must be a member in good standing, 50 years of age or older at the time of the event. The defending champion is Seymour Golf & Country Club's Roy Abbenbroek. There is also a Super Senior's division for all players 60 years of age or older at the time of event.

For more information on the Assistants' Championship, please click here

For more information on the Seniors' Championship, please click here 
CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations to Olympic View Golf Club Head Professional Kevin Maxwell, who battled the rainy conditions to win the $1,000 first prize at the Arbutus Ridge Open held May 3 and 4. Seven Hills Golf & Country Club Head Professional Kevin Black took home $850 for second place while Olympic View Candidate for Membership Bryan Scott came third and took home $675.

Congratulations also go out to Salmon Arm Golf Club Teaching Professional Jesse Crowe, who shot 69 at the Okanagan Golf Club on May 6 to cash the $1,000 first-prize cheque at the Interior PGA Callaway Pro-Am. Coming in second was Fairview Mountain Golf Club Executive Professional Brian McDonald, who shot 70 and cashes $825. 
MEMBERS ON THE MOVE

Sergej Dronov has left Dongguan Hillview Golf Club and transfers from the National Zone to the British Columbia Zone.

 

Justin Fram's application for Reinstatement has been accepted by the PGA of Canada.


Kevin Hanbury's application for Reinstatement has been accepted by the PGA of Canada and becomes a Candidate for Membership at Two Eagles Golf Course & Academy.   

 

Kylie Frederick has left Mountain View Golf Club and becomes a Candidate for Membership at Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Club.

 

Tsun Hsin (William) Chang has successfully passed his Class "A" Exam and becomes a Class "A" Professional at Savage Creek Golf Club.

 

Ian McDonald has successfully passed his Class "A" Exam and becomes a Class "A" Professional at Eaglequest Golf Centre at Nanaimo.

 

Richard Leisen's application for Life membership has been accepted by the PGA of Canada.

  

Ray Dodson's application for Life membership has been accepted by the PGA of Canada.  

 

Arlen Wocknitz has completed the PACE program and is now a Class "A" Professional at Victoria Golf Club.

NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
City Manager/Teaching Professional - GolfTEC Vancouver

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
DID YOU KNOW? 

 

PGA of BC Members have the option of pre-paying their 2015 Annual Dues.    

 

The two most common ways to do this are to contact Darcy Kral at the National Office, either by email at darcy@pgaofcanada.com or 1.800.782.5764 ext. 224 to set up prepaid invoice OR set up reoccurring online banking payments with bank in increments desired. Payments must be made in full by deadline November 1, 2014 to avoid late penalties. Online banking can be set up at most major Canadian banks and all you have to do is designate the Canadian PGA or PGA of Canada as the payee and reference your account number, which is your PGA of Canada ID number.   

 

If you need more information, please contact Darcy at the National Office or Alfie Lau at the PGA of BC office.  

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