PGA of BC PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
RUSSIAN STANDARD VODKA
Russian Standard Vodka is the world's No. 1 Russian premium vodka, manufactured in a place where vodka is a national treasure shared with family and friends for the special moments in life. 

Every bottle of Russian Standard Vodka is lovingly created, distilled and bottled in the company's state-of-the-art distillery in St. Petersburg. Russian Standard is crafted with only the finest Russian ingredients, using the principles for vodka established in 1894 by famed Russian scientist Dmitri Mendeleev for Russia's czars.

Russian Standard Vodka is a Bronze-level Preferred Partner of the PGA of BC. Learn more about the company's family of premium spirits at Russian Standard's website by clicking below, or contact Kye Melchert, Provincial Manager for British Columbia, at [email protected].
THANK YOU FOR COMPLETING COMPENSATION & BENEFITS SURVEY
The PGA of BC Administration Team would like to thank all members who completed the 2020 Compensation & Benefits survey.

The data collected from this year's survey will be shared with the PGA of Canada and made available to the entirety of the membership in the months ahead. This information is a vital resource in determining industry standards, assisting Golf Professionals in their contract and wage negotiations, while also providing employers with crucial information when determining appropriate compensation levels for open positions and new hires. Keep an eye on future issues of E-News for details on when this information has been compiled.
 
Should you have any questions, concerns or additional information you'd like to share, please do not hesitate to contact PGA of BC Communications & Marketing Manager Eric MacKenzie, PGA of BC Employment Committee Chair Cindy Soukoroff or PGA of Canada Employment Manager Jeff Fry.
IDEAS & VOLUNTEERS WELCOMED FOR 2021 EDUCATION EVENTS
Although the golf season has come to a close in many parts of the province, the Association's education events through the winter and early spring are fast approaching. 

Through the PGA of BC's Spring Education Seminar and Education Series events, we are committed to providing a forum for members to expand their knowledge on important topics by learning from experts in their field -- in golf operations, instruction, business, management and more. 

We encourage members interested in sharing their expertise with their colleagues to put their names forward as an Education Series presenter. Six out of the nine presentations conducted during the 2020 Education Series were made by PGA of BC Professionals, and we strive to have our members involved in educating their fellow Professionals wherever possible. Please feel welcome to submit a proposal to speak on a specified topic or area of knowledge, and to work with the PGA of BC administration team to narrow your focus for a presentation to your peers.

Given the uncertainty around whether our educational gatherings can proceed in their traditional format due to public-health circumstances, we welcome proposals and topic ideas that can be presented both virtually and in person.

If there is a particular topic you'd like to see covered, or a certain speaker whose expertise you feel would be of benefit to our Professionals, suggestions are always welcomed to ensure these educational opportunities are serving you best. Please contact Membership & Events Manager Doug Titterington at [email protected] with any pitches or suggestions.
PGA of CANADA, ECCO LAUNCH MEMBER RECOGNITION INITIATIVE
As one of the busiest golf seasons in recent memory draws to a close, the PGA of Canada has partnered with Ecco Golf to reward hard-working member Professionals across the country.

Members are encouraged to say #ThanksForSteppingUp by nominating a fellow Professional to congratulate them on a job well done in 2020.

Through the program, 18 pairs of shoes -- two in each zone -- will be awarded to members across Canada in recognition of their efforts this season.

To nominate a PGA of BC Professional, please click below and complete the nomination form before the Nov. 25 deadline. Selected recipients will be announced the week of Nov. 30.
CONSIDER RUNNING FOR POSITION ON PGA of BC BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The PGA of BC Board of Directors encourages all qualified members to consider putting their name forward for a board position term that will commence in 2021. 
 
There will be four (4) openings on the board becoming available via election in the new year. The individuals filling those positions will be determined by a membership vote taking place in late January.

Regional quotas will be confirmed closer to the formal voting period, but at least one director elected in 2021 must be a Vancouver Island representative.

All positions are two-year terms. Candidates must be Class "A" Professionals in order to be considered.
 
Click below to learn more about the requirements, expectations and duties of board members.
A formal call for applications will be released in early January.
CLASSIFIEDS
Available: US Kids Golf bags

The administration team has received a donation of four US Kids Golf bags that we are pleased to offer at no cost to interested members who can make use of them at their facilities or for their students.

All four are the Ultralight Carry Bag model. Three bags are sized at 29 inches; one sized at 25 inches. All gently used, still in good condition.

The bags are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Pickup at the PGA of BC administration office during regular office hours -- please call ahead at 604-303-6766 to ensure availability -- or contact Communications & Marketing Manager Eric MacKenzie at [email protected] to discuss shipping.
MEMBERS ON THE MOVE
Robert Clarke has transferred from the Alberta Zone and joins Nanaimo Golf Club as an Apprentice Professional
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
FACT OF THE WEEK
Apprentice Professionals are reminded of their requirement to submit their 2020 employment hours to the PGA of Canada by the Dec. 1 deadline. All Apprentice Professionals must log a minimum of 3,000 hours worked in the golf industry in order to obtain Class "A" status.

Recently, all Apprentices were contacted by the national office via email on how to submit their industry hours worked in 2020. If you did not receive this information in your inbox, please ensure your email address on file with the PGA of Canada is up to date.

Should you have any questions regarding submission of hours, please contact PGA of Canada Membership & Education Coordinator Karen Collins at [email protected].
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