Weather wise it has been a warm winter so far in Manitoba although with this warmer weather has also come some concerns about ice formation. Some courses were removing or debating whether to remove ice in November and once again we will see what spring brings for course conditions. COVID-19 restrictions continue to keep clubhouses closed throughout the province except for those that are serving take-out food. Many courses are still seeing lots of traffic as members/golfers use their facilities for walking, snowshoeing, or cross-country skiing. |
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The Canadian Goes Virtual March 2 - 4, 2021 |
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Registration now open for the Canadian Golf Course Management Conference. The first 200 registrants will receive a conference kit. We are excited to present some exceptional speakers, many continuing education credits, awards presentations and a top notch trade show. Here is the schedule of events so far: Schedule of Events. Continuing Education Credits here.
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Trade Show Live March 2 - 4, 2021 |
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Book your booth now for the 2021 Canadian Golf Course Management Conference Virtual Trade Show. Over five hours of live networking and 24-hour booth access. If you are a supplier and can offer solutions to the challenges of today's golf course managers, this is where you will want to be! To book your space click here. |
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Award Deadlines Extended until January 15 |
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The CGSA uses a variety of award programs to recognize the achievements of its members in the conduct of their duties as professional golf course managers. Several of these award programs are sponsored in whole or in part by industry partners and for this we are very appreciative. The support of these companies allows us to provide a tangible component to the recognition these individuals receive as award recipients.
NOMINATE OR APPLY FOR ONE OF THESE GREAT CGSA AWARDS
Thank you to our 2020 Award *Sponsors!
*click on the logo below for sponsor websites
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ProRated Membership is Back |
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Do you have a staff member that is not a CGSA member? Now is a great time to sign them up as a member! Starting in January, the CGSA membership dues are prorated for new members. If they join the CGSA now they will pay 1/2 price for their membership dues and as a new member they will also save $50 on their All-Access conference registration.
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2021 Annual General Meeting March 10 |
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The Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held online on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 beginning at 2:00 pm Eastern Standard Time.
ONLY "VOTING MEMBERS" IN GOOD STANDING (Superintendent, Golf Course Management and Life) HAVE SPEAKING PRIVILEGES. All members in good standing are invited to attend.
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CGSA and Bayer Announce Continued Partnership |
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The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) and Bayer Environmental Science Canada (Bayer) are pleased to announce their continued partnership for 2021. Bayer is the presenting sponsor of the awards ceremony during The 2021 Canadian Golf Course Management Conference and is the exclusive sponsor of the CGSA/Bayer Superintendent of the Year award. |
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Congratulations to D'Arcy Ranch turn intern Shannon Perry on receiving the Alberta Golf Superintendents Association turf grass student scholarship. The scholarship is awarded annually to a turf student who demonstraes leadership qualities, high scholastic capabilities, and outstanding character. |
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Please join the CGSA in welcoming the following new members and/or members who re-joined recently.
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Annabelle David, Beloeil QC
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Pat Differ, Abbotsford, BC
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Jonathan Fletcher, Beaverton, ON
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Simon Hansen, Edmonton, AB
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Jeff Hoffart, Edmonton, AB
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Mike Jackson, Unionville, ON
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Mike Paulini, Laval, QC
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Steve Sibbald, Burlington, ON
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Joel Thur, Calgary, AB
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Please join the CGSA in congratulating the following member(s) for receiving or renewing their designations:
Accredited Golf Superintendent (AGS) Designation
- Congratulations to T-Jay Creamer, AGS, Superintendent at the Olympic View Golf Club. T-Jay’s designation is upgraded from AAGS to the AGS as he moves into the Superintendent position
Renewal of the Accredited Golf Superintendent (AGS) Designation
- Aldo Bortolon, AGS, Superintendent, Lookout Point Golf & Country Club
For more information on how you can achieve your designation, please click here. To learn how you can track your CEC’s, click here or contact Lori at ext. 27 at the CGSA office.
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Women in Turfgrass Management's Mentor Program Conference
Will be held on February 8, 2021 online. The program will include various speakers highlighting Women in Turfgrass Management and details on the Mentorship Program.
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Find out how much you can save and enter to win $5,000. NFP is partnering with CGSA to offer discounted home and auto insurance to members and their employees. Get a quote before April 1 and be entered to win 1 of 30 $5,000 cash prizes.
For more details contact: Lori Micucci, Manager, Member Services |
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Mark Your Calendars for the Syngenta Super Series |
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Save these dates! January 26th, February 9th, and February 23rd. Syngenta is teaming up with third party experts and Ivey Business School to help you take your game to the next level in 2021 with a series of webinars this winter. |
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Syngenta appoints Scott White as SPS Marketing Lead
Syngenta was pleased to announce the appointment of Scott White to the role of SPS Marketing Lead for Canada. In his new role, Scott will be responsible for supporting all marketing activities within the SPS Canada portfolio.
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The new 2021 Wellness & Webinar Calendar is out. Please click here for a copy. Dates to remember in January are:
Non-smoking week - January 17th - 23rd
Bell Let's Talk Day - January 28th
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For our members who have upgraded their benefit options to either Premium or the Ultimate level, here are more savings for you in January 2021 through memberperks.
Some added perks for January are:
There are 3,000 discounts across Canada for you and your family members to take advantage. To learn more about this benefit, please contact Lori Micucci, ext. 27 or lmicucci@golfsupers.com.
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Consider Placing Your Ad here
Advertising in GreenMatter will allow your company to reach industry professionals directly. It is issued monthly to over 900 CGSA members.
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CONTACT US
Jeff Calderwood, Executive Director ex. 24
Lori Micucci, Manager, Member Services ex. 27
Kathryn Wood, Chief Operating Officer ex. 23
Barb Manifold, Business Development and Trade Show ex. 25
PH: 1-800-387-1056, Fax: 416-626-1958
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