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From The Editors January 14th, 2020

In this first issue of British Columbia Golf's newsletter for 2020 one of the most intriguing topics as we start off this new decade is the implementation of the World Handicap System. There has and will continue to be, notifications distributed and questions answered on the subject as the general golf population becomes more aware of the new system. For now we have a link below to a simple set of videos to help anyone wanting to understand more about the WHS.

We have a succinct review of golf and how it unfolded in Canada during 2019 for your perusal, along with a reminder about tickets being on sale for the 2020 CP Canadian Women's Open happening at Vancouver's Shaughnessy GC this fall and you can also read about the upcoming 2020 LPGA Tour schedule with its record-breaking purse increase.

As much as it is always exciting to start a new year and in this case a new decade, we are still faced with the fact that human beings remain mortal and as such, unfortunately, we did experience the loss of some great friends in the game of golf in December and out of fully due respect we pay tribute to five individuals who sadly passed away last month. Our condolences go out to all family members and friends who have been affected by the passing of their loved ones.

And As always, if you have any thoughts or suggestions on topics you'd like to see appear going forward in your newsletter please send a message via the "Contact Us" button located on the top right of the BC Golf website home page.

The British Columbia Golf Editors

How Your Handicap Is Calculated Under Golf’s New World Handicap System

The World Handicap System will ensure handicaps are calculated consistently around the world. Find out how it will affect your golf handicap going forward. READ MORE

Looking Back At A Remarkable 2019 In Canadian Golf

As the decade drew to a close, 2019 marked yet another significant year for Canadian golf milestones on and off the course and around the world. READ MORE

The R&A And European Tour To Help Drive New LPGA-LET Joint Venture

The R&A and the men’s European Tour have committed to help the newly formed joint venture between the LPGA and the Ladies European Tour in efforts to significantly grow women’s professional golf. READ MORE

British Columbia Golf Mourns The Passing Of Former Board Member And Contributor Dick Lyle

British Columbia Golf is sad to report the passing of a longtime friend and contributor as former Board member and staff employee, Dick Lyle, passed away on December 29th. READ MORE

LPGA Tour Announces 2020 Schedule With Record-Breaking Purse Levels And Television Coverage

In 2020, for the first time in the history of the LPGA Tour, the world’s best female athletes will compete for a combined prize fund of US$75.1 million. READ MORE

British Columbia Golf Joins In Mourning The Passing Of Marion Andrews

British Columbia Golf was saddened to have learned over the Christmas break of the passing of Victoria's Marion Andrews on December 16th at the age of 95. READ MORE

Golf Sadly Loses Former Royal Colwood President Craig Anderson

British Columbia Golf and the entire golf community were saddened by the loss of Craig Anderson on December 17th as he succumbed to complications from Alzheimer's Disease. READ MORE

Pacific Northwest Golf Community Saddened By Loss Of Dr. Jack Lamey

British Columbia Golf joins the Pacific Northwest Golf Association and the entire golf community in expressing our sadness upon hearing of the loss of Dr. Jack Lamey on December 15th. READ MORE

2020 CP Women’s Open At Vancouver's Shaughnessy - Tickets Now On Sale

Golf Canada, along with title sponsor Canadian Pacific (CP), have announced tickets are now available for the 2020 CP Women’s Open at Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club in Vancouver. READ MORE

Golf Community Saddened By The Loss Of Golf Canada Director Jim Fraser

With profound sadness we share that Jim passed peacefully in his home, surrounded by family, on December 5, 2019 after a courageous trial with ALS. READ MORE