PARTNER SPOTLIGHT - TRAINWEST MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING 
Vancouver-based Trainwest Management & Consulting provides sales training and development to teams across the province. Their approach is backed by Sandler Training - the global leader in sales training.
 
Trainwest offers both public and private sales training sessions, as well as leadership development, business development, and management consulting services. Empower your team with Trainwest today!

Once again, the Work BC Job Grant is available for all privately run companies and small businesses in British Columbia, which will cover up $10,000 or 2/3 of the Training Costs per employee.

The Applications for January - March 2017 have now opened. The Work B.C. Job Grant gives all small business in British Columbia the opportunity to apply for Sales, Management & Customer Service Training. For more information on the Government Training Grant through Trainwest Management & Consulting, please click here. 
 
RETAIL OPPORTUNITY AT THE 2017 VANCOUVER GOLF & TRAVEL SHOW
The PGA of British Columbia is seeking any interested facilities to take part in the PGA of BC Retail Centre at the 2017 Vancouver Golf & Travel Show, February 18-19 at the Pacific National Exhibition.

This opportunity allows for facilities to bring various Golf Shop inventory items they wish to sell to the 7,000 annual attendees of the Show. Requirements for this opportunity is low and space will be limited. For more information or to register your facility for the 2017 Retail Centre, please contact Donald Miyazaki, at donald@pgabc.org or 604.303.6766.

Booth space for the Show is still available. Please visit the Show's website by clicking here or contact John Tipping at john@cascadiaevents.com to register your booth today.    
 
PGA OF CANADA BURSARY APPLICATION OPEN 
Up to twenty (20) $500 PGA of Canada Foundation Bursaries are available for members this year.
If you've taken any professional development seminars or workshops within the 2016 year, you may be eligible for one of these Awards.

Please click here for the 2016 application form. Certain restrictions apply, please review the 'Bursary Policies' section for further details. Should you have any questions, please contact Brittany Mullin at brittany@pgaofcanada.com or 519-853-5450 x222. 

2017 PGA OF BC PLAYING ABILITY TEST EVENT APPLICATION 
The PGA of British Columbia is in the process of developing its Playing Ability Test Schedule and is providing a call for events that wish to be considered for the 2017 schedule.
 
Events in consideration must meet the following guidelines:
  • take place in British Columbia
  • event be a minimum of 36 holes of medal play
  • play off tee markers in which there is a registered course rating
  • Must have a Golf Canada Certified Level III Rules Official present at all times
For more information, please contact Membership & Events Manager Russell MacKay at russell@pgabc.org or 604.303.6766.

REMEMBRANCE DAY OFFICE CLOSURE
Please note that in observance of Remembrance Day, the PGA of British Columbia Administration Office will be closed on Friday November 11th. Regular office hours will resume at 8:00am on Monday November 14th. 
 
CLASSIFIEDS
For Lease or Lease to Purchase
Beban Park Golf Course & Driving Range, centrally located in Nanaimo, BC is an 11-hole Pitch & Putt Golf course with a 30 stall driving range and short game practice area. The facility provides great potential for a Golf Academy, Golf Retail and Club Repair. 

The lease or lease to purchase opportunity also includes: 
  • All maintenance equipment
  • 1,600 sq ft clubhouse with furnishings
For more information, please contact Harvey Hurd at 250.756.0108 or info@bebanparkgolf.ca.
 
MEMBERS ON THE MOVE
 
Steve Chapman has left GolfTEC South Surrey and becomes a Teaching Professional at Rob Houlding Golf Academy

Cory Robinson has resigned from the PGA of Canada

Derek Britton has resigned from the PGA of Canada

Keito Ueki has resigned from the PGA of Canada

NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES  

Head Professional - Osoyoos Golf Club

Golf Shop Manager - Talking Rock Golf Resort

Assistant Professional - Marine Drive Golf Club

Head Professional - Golden 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 
In January 2017, the PGA of British Columbia will once again hold elections for eligible members wishing to serve on the PGA of BC Board. Up to six positions on the Board may be eligible for election in which some regional representation may be required.

Interested candidates for these positions are requested to start considerations of their nomination. More details will be released in January.  Please contact Donald Miyazaki donald@pgabc.org should you have any questions.