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FEBRUARY 6, 2013
BOARD OF DIRECTORS VOTE CLOSES FRIDAY
CONGRATULATIONS PHIL JONAS
BURSARY & SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS ANNOUNCED
LAST CALL FOR SPRING SEMINAR AND SPRING SERIES #4
FAREWELL CHRIS CURRIE
NEW PARTNER: USCHEDULE
PGA OF BC RELEASES CHAMPIONSHIP SCHEDULE
PGA OF CANADA EDUCATION SCHEDULE
VANCOUVER GOLF & TRAVEL SHOW OPPORTUNITIES
CELEBRATION OF LIFE - MICHAEL BUCKLEY
CLASSIFIEDS
MEMBERS ON THE MOVE
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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PARTNER OF THE WEEK: BEERTHIRST
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Beerthirst is an Independent Agent of fine crafted beer. They find great beers from around the world and bring them back to Canada for everyone to enjoy.

It all started when two friends from Vancouver, Hanan and Norm, moved to San Francisco and Oregon and fell in love with the local craft beers from the area. When they moved back to British Columbia, they couldn't find any of the great beers they fell in love with and were quite frustrated. So they decided to take matters into their own hands and went on a quest to bring their favorite beers into Canada.  Years have gone by and now the duo has become a team of five.   

They now represent a wide variety of craft breweries from around the world. They are committed to providing suppliers, retailers, and consumers with the highest level of service.  When they are not importing beers and delivering kegs, they are hosting events or participating in the local craft beer events.  To make a long story short, they're obsessed with craft beer.

  
If you interested in bringing some of their fine craft ales to your facility, contact Rob Angus (Operations Manager) via email rob@beerthirst.com or call 778-863-8583. 

 

 

Click here for purchasing information for the Official Beer of the PGA of British Columbia - the 'One Putt Pilsner'. 

OFFICE CLOSURE - FAMILY DAY
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Please note that due to the holiday, the  PGA of BC Office will be closed Monday, February 11th and reopening Tuesday February 12th at 8:00 AM

MEMBERS: BOARD OF DIRECTORS VOTE CLOSES THIS FRIDAY

Attention members: electronic balloting will close this Friday, February 8th at noon to elect four positions on the PGA of BC Board of Directors. All positions are for Two-Year Terms.    

   Nine Candidates have put their names forward for the positions:

 

   Norman Baufeld, Head Teaching Professional, GolfTEC Vancouver      

   Adam Blair, Head Professional, Talking Rock Golf at Quaaout Lodge 

   Brian Hann*, Class "A" Professional, Cordova Bay Golf Course

   Jonathan Kadin, Head Professional, Gallagher's Canyon Golf & Country Club  
   Bill Kelly
*, Head Professional, Glacier Greens Golf Club

   Steve Liddicoat, Head Professional, Bowen Island Golf Club   

   Colin McCulley*, Class "A" Professional, Victoria Golf Club

   Chad Scott, Head Professional, The Harvest Golf Club     

   Keith Westover, Class "A" Professional

  

   * Indicates candidate from the Vancouver Island Region 

 

To vote, click on the link below, read the biographical information about each candidate, fill out the required information about yourself and submit the ballot. It is highly requested from the Board of Directors that each member vote four separate times to elect their Directors. You may not vote for any candidate more than once.   

  

Please note that in accordance to PGA of BC bylaws, the Board of Directors must consist of two (2) representatives from the Vancouver Island region. Therefore, the candidates with the two highest number of votes from this region will be elected. 


Your PGA of Canada membership number will be verified before your vote is recorded. Please note that ALL PGA of BC membership categories may vote for positions on the Board of Directors. Voter confidentiality will be strictly maintained.

There will be no election for the Assistant's Representative position as there was only one application. Congratulations to Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club Class "A" Professional Myles Johnson for winning by Acclamation.

For any further information about this election, please contact Executive Director, Donald Miyazaki at 604-303-6766 or by email at donald@pgabc.org

CONGRATULATIONS PHIL JONAS



Congratulations to 2012 PGA of BC Teacher of the Year Phil Jonas (pictured on the far right) on shooting a 4-under par 67 in the final round of the European Senior Tour Qualifying School...vaulting up twelve spots on the final day to finish in a tie for fifth and earn full tour status for the 2013 Senior European Tour

Amazing playing Phil and best of luck this year overseas!  Tweet a congratulatory note to Phil @PhilJonas1.

Click here for BC Golf News article about Jonas written by Barry Sharpe.

Click here for Vancouver Sun's article written by Brad Ziemer.

Click here for Global BC Jay Janower's TV segment on Jonas.

RECIPIENTS OF BURSARY & SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCED
Jim Goddard & James Presnail

The Professional Golfers' Association of British Columbia announced earlier this week that Cordova Bay Golf Courses
Head Professional Jim Goddard and Gleneagles Golf Courses Head Professional James Presnail would be the inaugural recipients of the Forestar Golf Community Leadership Bursary and the Jim Gibson Scholarship Awards respectively.

Both Goddard and Presnail will be honoured at the PGA of BC Awards Celebration held on February 18 at Point Grey Golf & Country Club.  Click HERE for the full release.
 
LAST CALL FOR OUR EDUCATION SERIES #4 AND OUR SPRING EDUCATION SEMINAR

The PGA of BC Education Series #4 presented by Jancor Agencies
February 12th (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Location:  The Harvest Golf Club 
Member Price: $29.00 Guest Price: $59.00
(Registration Closes February 8th) 

PRESENTERS:
Gilles Defort
- General Manager/Executive Golf Professional from the Harvest
Speaking on Customer Service in Todays Golf Market to promote profitability and increased customer loyalty.

Peter Matejeck
- Hustream Video

Speaking of Getting your Message Across, Market Strategy, Video Streams

Melonie Dodaro
- Top Dog Social Media

Speaking of Social Media, Making Money and Branding Linked IN, FaceBook, Twitter

MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTER HERE  EVENT FLYER

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Club Car PGA of BC Spring Education Seminar pres. by Golf Trends & Golf Pride
February 18th - 19th

Location: Point Grey Golf & Country Club 
 
Member Price: $59.00 Guest Price: $129.00
 
(Registration Closes February 8th) 


Spring Seminar Banner 
MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTER HERE  EVENT FLYER

Click here for information regarding other upcoming PGA of BC Educational Events. 
FAREWELL CHRIS CURRIE
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The PGA of British Columbia will be bidding adieu to Communications & Membership Services Manager Chris Currie as he has accepted the position of Golf Sales Manager at the Westin Bear Mountain Resort & Spa on Vancouver Island.  

The Board of Directors and office team would like to thank Chris for his numerous contributions during his tenure here and wish him much success in his new role!   Chris' last day will be February 22nd. 
NEW PARTNER: USCHEDULE 
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The PGA of BC is thrilled to announce a new partnership with USchedule; a web based scheduling system that allows PGA golf professionals to more efficiently manage their business and much more.

"We are very excited about our new partnership with the PGA of BC. The USchedule team has been working together for years building and supporting the premier scheduling system. We are highly skilled at bringing together all the pieces that will reduce your work load, increase your revenue, and strengthen your customer loyalty. We are on a never ending quest of improving not only the scheduler, but also all the other integrated tools we have developed to help your business prosper. PGA members have the opportunity to schedule a demonstration of our software to see what separates us from the rest.  To schedule your demonstration, or learn more about USchedule, please visit www.uschedule.com.  A partnership with the PGA of British Columbia is a great opportunity for both organizations," says Bryan Dawson, CEO of USchedule.   MORE

All PGA of BC facilities (& members) receive 10% off of USchedule services. USchedule is also now offering PGA of BC members free video lockers for two months as well.

Click here for more information on USchedule specific to our Association.

PGA of BC RELEASES CHAMPIONSHIP SCHEDULE

 

The PGA of BC is pleased to announce the 2013 Tournament Schedule below (event sponsors and Championship poster to be released in the near future).   


March 12-13 
Spring Playing Ability Test    
Belmont GC 
May 27
Tournament of Champions  
The Vancouver Golf Club 
June 3-4
Assistants', Women's, & Seniors'   
Chilliwack Golf Club
July 8-9
Pro-Assistants' Championship 
Gallagher's Canyon G&CC
July 22 
Pro-Junior Championship
Summerland G&CC
Jul 31-Aug 1
Playing Ability Test
Hazelmere Golf & Tennis Club
August 19-20
PGA of BC Championship   
Salmon Arm Golf Club
Sept 30-Oct 1 
Club Professional Championship 
Shaughnessy G&CC

The Association would like to acknowledge and thank the playing privileges extended to our membership by some of our provinces finest golf facilities.
 
PGA OF CANADA EDUCATION SCHEDULE

The PGA of Canada has released the majority of the Education Schedule for 2013: 


Start Date
Registration
Deadline
TCCP Coach of New Competitors (3 days)
Apr-08
Mar-25
TCCP Instructors Intermediate Golfers (3 days)
May-13
Apr-29
TCCP Instructors Beginner Golfers (3 days)
May-21
May-07
TCCP Instructors Intermediate Golfers (3 days)
Aug-24
Aug-09
TCCP Instructors Beginner Golfers (3 days)
Sep-15
Sep-02

All of these seminars will be held at Shaughnessy Golf & Country Club and are exclusive for active PGA of Canada members only.  Please do not delay in registering as a minimum number of attendees is required for the seminar to be held.

For more details, visit the Education section of the PGA of Canada website (login required).

VANCOUVER GOLF & TRAVEL SHOW OPPORTUNITIES

The PGA of BC will be offering a Retail Clearance Centre at the Vancouver Golf & Travel Show March 2nd and 3rd at the Vancouver Convention Centre.  If your facility is interested, click here

The PGA of BC also seeks interest from members wishing to volunteer teaching lessons in the Learning Centre.

Please contact Chris at chris@pgabc.org to sign up or if you have any questions.


 CELEBRATION OF LIFE - MICHAEL KENDALL BUCKLEY
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A celebration of life for past member and long-time golf supporter Michael Kendall Buckley will be held this Saturday at Marine Drive Golf Club  1:30 - 4:30 pm.  Michael passed away December 28th after a short but courageous battle with cancer.

Click HERE for full obituary and Celebration of Life details.

CLASSIFIEDS

FOR SALE:

JC Video System with the Digital Mirror Ultimate software
Arc-20 Ultra-Portable & Rugged System
Retail: $5000US 
2 Years old: $3500 OBO
System Includes:
*  Digital Mirror Ultimate software
*  Sony Laptop
*  Canon digital camcorder
*  17" high bright LED Screen
*  Rolling cart
*  Battery charger (will not overcharge battery)
*  On-board camera mount & tripod
*  12 V/DC computer power supply
*  12hr Marine battery incl.
*  Wireless Mouse / mouse platform
*  Hit sensor

FlightScope Kudu - 3D Doppler Launch Monitor
Retail $8500
2 year old system: $4000 OBO

Note: Both systems together create a powerful tool for the outside teaching environment.
$7000 if you purchase both.

Contact John Aasen (john@3dgolfperformance.ca)


MEMBERS ON THE MOVE

 

Brian O'Keefe has left Shushwap Lake Estates Golf & Country Club and is now Head Professional at Creston Golf Club.

 

Brad Wlasiuk has left the PGA of Canada.

 

Jason Wizniak has left the PGA of Canada.

 

Bruce Tapp has left the PGA of Canada.

 

Geoffrey Magrath has left the PGA of Canada.

 

Jeffrey Zaiser has left the PGA of Canada.

 

Paul Pravica has left the PGA of Canada.

 

Gavin Moran has left the PGA of Canada.

 

Sean Yoon has left the PGA of Canada.

 

Jared Stewart has left the PGA of Canada.

 

Michael Soergel has left the PGA of Canada.

 

Jacob JY Shin has left the PGA of Canada.

 

Tony Park has left the PGA of Canada.

 

Win Le has left the PGA of Canada.

 

Justin Howard has left the PGA of Canada.

 

Ian Carlson has left the PGA of Canada.

 

Lori Randle has left the PGA of Canada.

 

Samantha Kirk has left the PGA of Canada.

 

Mark Roman has transferred to the Alberta Zone and is now a Candidate for Membership at Country Hills Golf Club.

 

NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
 
Golf & Life Skills Coach - The First Tee of Greater Vancouver YMCA

Tournament Director - Golf Channel Am Tour Canada  

Director of Instruction - Arbutus Ridge Golf & Country Club   

Assistant Professional - Mountain View Golf Club    

Assistant Professional - Lakepoint Golf & Country Club  


Assistant Retail Manager - Shaughnessy Golf & Country Club     

Assistant Professional - Bowen Island Golf Club     

Golf Professional - Sun Peaks Resort    

Assistant Professional - Greywolf Golf Course    

Assistant Professional - Mount Paul Golf Course     

Golf Shop Supervisor - Furry Creek Golf & Country Club

Click here to view the full list of career opportunities in the Members Only section on the PGA of BC website.

 

Click here to view careers listed on the PGA of Canada website.

PGA of BC FACT OF THE WEEK

DID YOU KNOW?      

The 2013 Employment Verification Electronic Form is now available by clicking here

This year we are asking ALL of our active members to confirm employment (hours are only pertinent to Apprentice Professionals only). 

Visiting your Golf Facility listing on our website is a method to see which of our Active Members we have attached to your facility. Any changes can be sent to chris@pgabc.org.  

 

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