As I write this post a few weeks out from the conference in Niagara Falls, I can’t help but reflect on the recent award announcements and how well BC is continually represented across all categories. While I look forward to congratulating each of them in person at the conference, providing a little bit more recognition through this provincial update seems the least I can do.  

Happy New Year from Saskatchewan! Things have been quiet in the province with some unique weather patterns. Things have been a bit of a roller coaster ride, -40C, windy for a few days then up around zero for a few days. We have had lots of snow cover throughout most of the province, and I don’t see any cause for concern on turfgrass health in the springtime.

Some Content you will Find in This issue:

• The Canadian Golf Course Management Conference
• Online Auction
• Member Moves

22 Days until the Canadian In Niagara Falls

We are excited to welcome delegates and exhibitors to the Canadian Golf Course Management Conference and Trade Show in partnership with the OGSA February 25 - 27 at the Fallsview Casino in Niagara Falls. The conference committee has an outstanding line-up of speakers and networking events. Here is some conference and trade show information to help you schedule your time at The Canadian:

• Save yourself and your club money and participate in the online auction while supporting the OGSA and CGSA. To see a list of items donated to date click here
• Meet with new and existing suppliers during the trade show on Wednesday, February 26. Click here for a list of all exhibitors
• Networking events include the Awards lunch and Assistants Networking event and the Opening SociALL at the Niagara Power Generating Station on Tuesday, February 25; and the Wednesday party when sessions end
• Equipment Technicians can enjoy a full conference program directed to them including a facility tour at the Legends on the Niagara Golf Course
• New this year is the Women's Networking breakfast on Thursday morning

As we find ourselves in February 2025, it is an opportune time to remind our members to verify that we have accurate membership details on your behalf, specifically concerning your Membership Mailing Addresses.

We advise you to Login to your membership account (your email address serves as the username, followed by your password) and select My Profile located on the right side under Member Menu. In My Profile, you can review and modify your information, verify and update your addresses, upload or change your profile photo, alter your password, and check My Account for any outstanding invoices.

The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) is honoured to be celebrating our 2024 award winners during The Canadian 2025 Golf Course Management Conference in Niagara Falls, Ontario from February 25-27, 2025.

This year’s awards ceremony, generously sponsored by Envu, will take place on Tuesday, February 25^th during the first day of the conference. We will be recognizing:

·    CGSA/Envu Superintendent of the Year Winner - Reid Solodan, AGS, Superintendent, Canmore Golf & Curling Club

·    CGSA John B. Steel Winner- Jim McGarvey, AGS Emeritus

·    CGSA/Toro Assistant Superintendent of the Year Award Winner - Sean Leach, Associate Superintendent, Point Grey Golf & Country Club

·    CGSA/Toro Gordon Witteveen Award Winner - Sean Brillinger, AGS, Superintendent, Heron Point Golf Links

·    CGSA/Rain Bird Environmental Achievement Award Winner – Robin Sadler, MS, AGS, Master Superintendent, Mickelson National Golf Club

·    CGSA/Prairie Turf Equipment - Equipment Technician of the Year Award Winner - Bev Lichty, Head Equipment Technician from Cordova Bay Golf Course

To read more about the winners, please click here.

MORE THAN TURF PHOTO CONTEST

Here are some recent submissions for the 2025 More Than Turf Photo Contest. Submit your photos - maybe wildlife, course scenery, landscapes or hobbies. Send photos to cgsa@golfsupers.com.

Embracing self-discovery allows you to build a deeper understanding of who you are, what you value and what drives you. Every experience, weather joyful or challenging, is an opportunity to learn about yourself. Every experience holds the potential to reveal new insights about your strengths, weaknesses, passions and beliefs.

PLEASE SEE SOME OF THE ADDED PERKS FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2025

Log into your memberperks account to check out all the ways you and your family can have fun and save!! February Specials Below!

FEBRUARY SPECIALS

·      February Contest 

·      February Valentines Day

Share Account with Family - How To



Note you will only be able to download the app if you are signed up to receive this member benefit. For more information, please contact Lori Micucci.

The University of Guelph's Superintendent In Residence 2025

The Superintendent in Residence (SIR) program is a unique program where an experienced industry professional is invited to spend a few days on campus with Associate Diploma in Turfgrass Management and Turf Managers Short Course students. In addition to spending time with the students, the SIR is invited to give a public lecture covering their career path and an additional topic of their choosing.