ESI Industries is the Canadian division of leading pole and steel-structure manufacturer Eternal Sun, offering a number of effective applications for golf facilities.

Chances are that if you can imagine a pole structure, ESI can build and design it for you. ESI’s experienced engineering team provides innovative solutions to a wide variety of customer requests and needs.

ESI’s poles are built to last for generations and the company is dedicated to quality and durability in every design. All poles are created by gifted designers and engineers, resulting in unique structures that are both aesthetically pleasing and structurally sound.

The company’s customizable smart poles can suit the needs of any golf operation, with lighting, HD video for security and on-course monitoring, digital advertising, electric-vehicle chargers and much more being among the available amenities.

ESI Industries is a Silver-level Preferred Partner of the Association and the Presenting Sponsor of the PGA of BC Spring Education Seminar. PGA of BC members and facilities are eligible for preferred pricing; visit the Member Benefits & Corporate Discounts page to learn more (login required).

Click below to visit ESI Industries online or click here to learn more about the company.

Last week, the PGA of BC regretfully announced that the Association’s Tournament of Champions, Assistants’ Championship and Seniors’ Championship will not be contested in 2020 due to ongoing concerns related to COVID-19.

The Tournament of Champions presented by PING Canada & Tee-On Golf Systems Inc. was scheduled for May 25 at Nanaimo Golf Club, while the Assistants’ & Seniors’ Championships presented by Natera Sport & Arbor Memorial Inc. were slated for June 3-4 at Talking Rock Golf Course.

The PGA of BC Board of Directors arrived at this decision after extensive consideration of the direction provided by regional and provincial health authorities, of further measures required to make golf a permissible activity amid current circumstances, and in consultation with host facilities and championship sponsors.

“Cancelling championships is an unprecedented measure within the PGA of BC’s history, but these are unprecedented circumstances,” said Executive Director Donald Miyazaki. “We thank our Preferred Partners sponsoring these events for working with us to address to these challenging occurrences. All have been supportive as we make these difficult decisions and we look forward to building on our partnerships as they continue to support our Association.

“We know this is disappointing news for our affected competitors and host facilities as well, and we thank them for their understanding.”

Please click below for more information on these cancellations and the factors considered in the decisions.

The PGA of BC is pleased to announce that exhibitor registration is now open for the Association's 2020 Buying Show, which returns to Richmond Olympic Oval on Oct. 14-15.

This event represents the largest annual gathering of PGA of BC members at British Columbia's premier golf-merchandise buying show. Exhibitor registration for this year's Buying Show is now open, with early registration concluding on July 3 and general registration ending Sept. 11 . We are proud to continue to offer booth rates that are among the most affordable in Canada, with special pricing available to Preferred Partners and Sponsors of the Association.

 

Although it is difficult to predict the impacts related to COVID-19 that may persist by the scheduled dates of this year’s Buying Show, please be assured that the PGA of BC is closely monitoring the guidance and regulations set forth by regional and provincial health authorities in assessing the safety and viability of this event. Should it be determined that the 2020 Buying Show exceeds the parameters of permissible gatherings outlined by relevant authorities, or that it cannot otherwise be conducted in a manner that is safe for all participants, registered exhibitors will receive a full refund of their registration fees. 

Click below to access the Buying Show event page to see full details, or click here to access the exhibitor registration form.

Earlier today, the PGA of Canada announced its decision to cancel the 2020 DCM PGA Women's Championship of Canada due to COVID-19.

The event was scheduled for June 8-10 at Oshawa Golf & Curling Club in Ontario.

“As always, our top priority remains the health and safety of our players, staff and volunteers," said Adam LeBrun, PGA of Canada managing director of championships. "We are evaluating several options to provide our female members with the opportunity to compete later in the season when it is safe and responsible to do so."

Click below for more information on this cancellation. Announcements regarding further PGA of Canada championships in 2020 will be made closer to event dates.

Mark Valliere 's application to the PGA of Canada has been approved and he becomes an Apprentice Professional at Crown Isle Resort & Golf Community

Sergio Barba Moreno 's application to the PGA of Canada has been approved and he becomes an Apprentice Professional at GolfTEC South Surrey

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Although the PGA of BC's Careers board is visible only to member Professionals, anyone is welcome to submit a golf-industry job to be included among the listing of available opportunities.

The PGA of BC's Career Posting Guidelines are now publicly available on the Association website under the "Membership" tab, and can also be accessed by clicking below. All career opportunities posted to our Careers board is also forwarded to the national office to be included on the corresponding national job listings.

If your facility or company has an open position that you wish to advertise to our members across the province, please review the terms and criteria detailed in the guidelines and submit your posting to PGA of BC Membership & Events Manager Doug Titterington at [email protected].