As I sit and write this report on the newly christened Truth and Reconciliation Day my thoughts go out to any of the families and friends that have been affected by atrocities of the past. I hope you can find some piece of solace today. As a superintendent at a native run golf course I have friends that have experienced firsthand the extreme prejudice bestowed upon the native community during those times and it makes me ill. Happily and hopefully we are on a different path today. |
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The Canadian Golf Course Management Conference |
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The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) and the Ontario Golf Superintendents’ Association (OGSA) are pleased to announce a joint golf course management conference January 18-20, 2022, at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel, Ontario.
This partnership will see the CGSA’s Canadian Golf Course Management Conference held alongside the OGSA’s Ontario Golf Course Management Conference, uniting, face to face, all levels of golf course management personnel and industry suppliers/supporters from across Canada.
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The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) Announces the 2021 CGSA/Bayer Superintendent of the Year Award Recipient
The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) and Bayer Environmental Science Canada (Bayer) announced Mr. Christopher Dew, AGS from the National Golf Club in Woodbridge, Ontario as the CGSA/Bayer Superintendent of the Year for 2021. It was announced as we celebrated Thank A Golf Course Superintendent Day.
The CGSA/Bayer Superintendent of the Year award recognizes a member of the CGSA who has held the position of golf course superintendent for a minimum of five years and who has distinguished her or himself through dedication to the profession, performance as a golf course superintendent and contributions to their profession and their community.
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On #ThankASuper Day Cameron Kusiek "Couldn't thank this group enough for their efforts this year. Simply could not exist without you." |
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Dave Hunter (r.) and Aaron Hill with plaque received during the Golf Canada Selection Camp.
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Long-time friends and CGSA members enjoyed reuniting at the Fall Field Day East. (pictured left to right are John Scott, AGS; Angelo Capannelli, Eric Ruhs and Dean Baker). |
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Cory Brown holding his PGA Assistants' Championship of Canada plaque. Presented at the Winston Golf Club, Calgary, AB. |
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CGSA's Ken Malcolmson is congratulated by Bayer's Keith Bartlett for being accepted to attend the Green Start Academy. Congratulations Ken. |
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Mike Ridout, GM at Oshawa Golf & Country Club presents Matthew Booth with his plaque during the DCM PGA Women's Championship of Canada. |
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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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Jarritt Alexander, Lacombe, AB
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Matt Andrew, Canmore, AB
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Kyle Arink, Canmore, AB
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Cory Becker, Leduc, AB
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Dan Carney, North Vancouver, BC
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Steven Edwards, Chisholm Twp., ON
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Curt Huenison, Claresholm, AB
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Hayden Lane, Toronto, ON
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Trevor Lorimer, King City, ON
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Phil Windle, Renfrew, ON
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CGSA 2021 Award Programs
Nominate or Apply for One of These Great CGSA Awards!
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The award programs noted below are one of the ways in which the association profiles the work of the golf course professionals. These award programs are sponsored in whole or in part by industry partners and for this we are very grateful.
You are invited to submit nominations and/or applications for the 2021 award programs.
The upcoming deadline date for these awards is: November 30, 2021.
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CGSA'S EMPLOYMENT REFERRAL SERVICE
SuperSearch is a job posting service provided for golf courses. All CGSA members receive job postings either by e-mail or members can login to the “Members Only” area of our website to see the latest listings. Please be sure to keep checking our website for updated postings.
Employers now have the opportunity to circulate their job postings at a minimal charge to approximately 1,000 individuals, overnight. This approach provides an excellent, low-priced opportunity for employers to recruit a qualified golf professional and provides members with a value-added member service. For a copy of the Order Form click here.
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The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) is offering free student membership to students enrolled in a Turfgrass Program approved by the Board of Directors, effective immediately!
What's Included:
· Eligibility for a CGSA student scholarship;
· Access to our SuperSearch service;
· Educational opportunities throughout the year;
· Discount student rate to attend the conference;
· Students can maintain their classification for one year after graduating and;
· All the essential member benefits.
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NGCOA Canada in partnership with the CGSA negotiates volume related discounts, rebates, and value-added services under the Golfmax Purchasing Program for our members. Members usually recover their entire membership dues through the savings of just one supplier. There are presently 17 suppliers in the CGSA program.
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More memberperks in October 2021
For our members who have upgraded their benefit options to either Premium or the Ultimate level, there are more savings for you in October 2021 through memberperks.
This program provides discounts from leading retailers and brand name companies, meaning thousands of personal savings options for you and your family.
Your access to 1850+ online retailers and over 25,000 locations in North America. Our list of brand partners is continuously growing and changing, presenting new and exciting opportunities to save.
To see the added perks for October 2021 or for further information, please check the CGSA website by clicking here.
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Dates to Remember in October 2021
• Health Literacy Month
• Mental Illness Awareness Week – October 3-9
• World Mental Health Day – October 10
For a copy of the Fall 2021 Newsletter, please click HERE
For further upcoming information, keep checking the CGSA website for updates by clicking here.
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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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