PARTNER SPOTLIGHT - INNOVATIVE FITNESS
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SYNLawn is a silver level preferred partner of the PGA of BC, and the presenting sponsor of the PGA of BC Tournament of Champions. For more information, please  visit their website.
LESS THAN ONE WEEK TO REGISTER FOR SPRING EDUCATION SEMINAR
Members interested in attending this year's Spring Education Seminar are encouraged to do so quickly, as space is filling up fast and registration closes Monday, February 8 at 4 PM.

February 15 Speakers: 
  • Jim McLaughlin (PGA) - Senior Vice-President, Troon Golf (Scottsdale, AZ)
  • Martin Chuck (PGA) - Owner/Director, Tour Striker Golf Academy (Phoenix, AZ)
February 16 Speakers: 
  • Jason Ballard (PGA) - Head Professional, Oak Hill Country Club (Rochester, NY)
  • Wes Purdie - Regional Director, Harry Rosen Inc. (Vancouver, BC)
  • Brent Zepp (PGA) - Head Golf Professional, Chambers Bay GC (University Place, WA)
  • Kevin Church (CPA) - Partner, Minni, Clark & Company (Vancouver, BC)
This year's Spring Seminar will be held at Tsawwassen Springs Golf Course, February 15 - 16, 2016. Registration for members is $59.00 +GST. Non-members are welcome for $159.00 +GST and must be accompanied by a PGA of BC member. All members will receive 16 PDP points for attending. 

For complete presentation and speaker details, and to register by Monday, February 8,  please click here.
NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
The Annual General Meeting of the PGA of BC will be held on Monday, February 15 at 4:00 PM at Tsawwassen Springs Golf Course.

Please note that the dress code for this event is business formal. Members requiring a copy of the Association's audited financial statements in advance of the meeting are asked to contact the PGA of BC office. 

Please click here to view a formal notice of AGM.
YOU'RE INVITED: RETIREMENT PARTY FOR RICK SOUTAR
On February 15, 2016, friends of Rick Soutar invite you to celebrate the his career with dinner and cocktails at Shaughnessy Golf & Country Club.
 
Tickets for the event are $100 each, which includes dinner and a communal gift for Rick. For more information, and to RSVP, please click here.
COMPLIMENTARY ACCESS TO VANCOUVER GOLF & TRAVEL SHOW
The Vancouver Golf & Travel Show is pleased to permit all card carrying members of the PGA of BC complimentary access to the Show in 2016. 

The 2016 Vancouver Golf and Travel Show will take place February 13-14 at the Pacific National Exhibition. For more information, please click here.
THANK YOU
A huge thank you goes out to our excellent lineup of speakers at today's Education Series #2 at Victoria Golf Club. Thanks to Kevin MacDonald, Derek Orr, Scott Kolb, and Winston Michell for presenting, as well as thanks to Victoria Golf Club and staff for hosting a great day.
MEMBERS ON THE MOVE 
PRESENTED BY BC MOVERS 

Sean Park has left Morgan Creek Golf Course.

Vince Trama has transferred from the Ontario Zone and becomes a Candidate  for Membership at Tsawwassen Springs Golf.

Axle Riley has completed the PACE Program and becomes a Class A Professional at Highland Pacific Golf.

Matt Matheson will leave Olympic View Golf Club and become Head Professional at Golden Golf Club (as of February 21).

Jeff Palmer has left Olympic View Golf Club and becomes General Manager at Ardmore Golf Course.

Aaron Hall has left Olympic View Golf Club.

Bill Duncan has left the PGA of Canada.

Brendan Kuysters has left the PGA of Canada.

Callum Robinson has left the PGA of Canada.

Jeff Wills has left the PGA of Canada.

Jess Martin has left the PGA of Canada.

Jimmy An has left the PGA of Canada.

Ryan MacLean has left the PGA of Canada.

Scott Ellen has left the PGA of Canada.

Keith Jackson has left the PGA of Canada.

Cassidy Hritzuk has left the PGA of Canada.

Doug Herron has left the PGA of Canada.

Gerald Hadwin has left the PGA of Canada.

Jamie Macintosh has left the PGA of Canada.

Keith Gibson has left the PGA of Canada.

Levi Arcega has left the PGA of Canada.

Michael Chmilar has left the PGA of Canada.

Thomas Vold has left the PGA of Canada.

Norm Jarvis has left the PGA of Canada.
NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES  
Assistant Professional - Sunset Ranch Golf & Country Club

Assistant Professional - Summerland Golf & Country Club

Assistant Professional/CFM - Wildstone Golf Course

Assistant Professional - Fairwinds Golf Club

Assistant Professional/Shop Manager - Mission Golf & Country Club

Outside Services Manager - Point Grey Golf & Country Club

Director of Instruction - Olympic View Golf Course

Click here to view all career opportunities listed on the PGA of BC website (Members Only)

Click here to view career opportunities listed on the PGA of Canada website
FACT OF THE WEEK
The PGA of BC's preferred partner, Innovative Fitness, is offering free personal training to all members during the month of February. This offer includes one (1) consultation and three (3) personal training sessions (value over $350) that must be redeemed during February of 2016. 

This offer is available to all members at all nine locations across the province. To find a location near you, please click here.