PARTNER SPOTLIGHT - BRITISH COLUMBIA SOCIETY OF ORTHODONTISTS 
Since 1963, the British Columbia Society of Orthodontists (BCSO) have been dedicated to promoting the highest standards of excellence in orthodontic education and quality of patient care.
 
An orthodontist is a specialist in straightening teeth and aligning jaws. They have advanced training in orthodontics and spend 100% of their time helping patients achieve healthier smiles and better self-esteem by identifying, preventing and treating bad bites (malocclusions).
A proud contributing partner of Canucks Junior Golf Week, BCSO supported PGA of BC Professionals in hosting 700+ kids through the provincial-wide program in 2016.

To find an Orthodontist nearest you or to visit their website, please click here.
BERNAKEVITCH & ZIBRIK POST TOP 10 FINISHES IN BERMUDA      
Congratulations to Lindsay Bernakevitch & Dave Zibrik on their recent success at the 2016 PGA Club Professional Championship of Canada.
 
Taking place in difficult windy conditions at Port Royal Golf Club in Southampton, Bermuda, the PGA Club Professional Championship of Canada concluded last week where the event saw Lindsay Bernakevitch (Victoria Golf Club) finish in a tie for fourth place (+6) earning him $2,650.00, and Dave Zibrik (Point Grey Golf & Country Club) finishing just two strokes back in sixth place, earning $2,155.00. For their Top 15 finishes, the pair earn direct exemptions to compete in the 2017 event.

The Event was won by Arizona's Craig Hocknull (Outback Golf Academy & Golf Show), who posted an impressive four-under-par 209, claiming a five-shot victory and the $8,000.00 first place cheque.

Please click here for more details and full field scoring. 
 
EDUCATION PLATFORM - OPEN CALLING FOR SPEAKERS & SUGGESTIONS   
As the PGA of British Columbia finalizes its education platform for 2017, the Administration is seeking input from members wishing to express interest in presenting at a future PGA of BC Education event.
 
Interested members are asked to submit a formal proposal to the Membership & Events Manager Russell MacKay at russell@pgabc.org. The proposal should include your topic title, summary, estimated duration of presentation and a brief biography.

The PGA of British Columbia is also seeking suggestions from members with regards to future education topics and speakers for both the Education Series events and Spring Education Seminar.

PGA OF BC PARTNER FEEDBACK & REFERRAL PROGRAM   
PGA of British Columbia would like to hear from members with regards to feedback on current and prospective partnership opportunities with the Association. 

PGA of BC Business Development Manager Grant Gray has been working hard in securing several new preferred partners in the last few months. In order to continue delivering the highest service standard and increasing benefits for PGA of BC Members and Member Facilities, Grant would like feedback in areas in which members feel partnership opportunities exist.

Moreover, the PGA of BC has a Partner Referral Program, which could result in financial benefits to members and member facilities for all new partner introductions. Please contact Grant for more details at grant@pgabc.org.

Be sure to stay up to date with all our partners and the many member benefits they offer by frequenting the Partners Section or log in to the Member Benefits Section.
 
MEMBERS ON THE MOVE 

Danny Long has left Marine Drive Golf Club and joins Tsawwassen Springs as the Head Professional

Justin Evans has completed the PACE Program and becomes a Class A Professional at University Golf Club.
Travis Busch has completed the PACE Program and becomes a Class A Professional at Pheasant Glen Golf Resort.
Lee Campbell has resigned from the PGA of Canada

NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES  

Assistant Golf Shop Manager - Morgan Creek Golf Course

Teaching Professional (3 Position Available) - Eaglequest Golf - Coquitlam & Coyote Creek

Assistant Professional - Gallagher's Canyon Golf & Country Club

Assistant Professional - The Okanagan Golf Club

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 
Did you know that over 75% of members currently inside the 2016 PGA of BC Top 100 earned a significant number of points (up to 16 points) by simply attending the 2016 Spring Education Seminar at Tsawwassen Springs Golf Course? Save the date for the 2017 Spring Education Seminar - February 20-21 in the Metro Vancouver area. More details regarding location and speakers will be announced in the coming weeks.