Regional and Executive Director Reports |
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Winter has finally arrived in Quebec and Montreal area. Christmas 2020 was special, like the rest of the year. All the snow melted and we beat the record temperatures at 12 degrees celsius.
We had a perfect fall for golf, the golfers were happy to play later than usual at most public and private golf courses. Last fall was also perfect to start and complete renovation projects.
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Executive Director Report |
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CGSA Conference Goes Virtual: More sessions! Lower Cost! Dynamic Trade Show! Higher Attendance!
Don’t miss the 2021 Canadian Golf Course Management Conference & Trade Show, just 24 days from now. This event has never been more affordable and accessible no matter where you are located!
The CGSA has leveraged the advantages of presenting this year’s Conference virtually to deliver you the most content ever. We have more sessions and more speakers, including exceptional industry leaders such as Dr Latin, Dr. Rossi, Dr. Koch, Dr. Hsiang, Dr. Baumann, Dr. Nikolai and many more. Don’t miss this great opportunity to learn, acquire your CECs, network with your peers and research the newest product launches.
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Earn Continuing Education Credits at The Canadian |
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The Canadian Live offers over 17 hours of education excluvisely sponsored by Syngenta from some of the best in the industy. Earn up to 12 continuing education or IPM credits (CECs by province) plus GCSAA and CGSA credits. Attend the 3 day virtual Canadian from the convenience of your home or office. Here is the event schedule: Schedule of Events. Continuing Education Credits here.
Registration also includes access to the Trade Show Live, Awards Ceremonies sponsored by Bayer, Industry Presentations, Equipment Technicians Program with new shop tours, Superintendent/Assistant Panel, Silent Auction and more.
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Trade Show Live March 2 - 4, 2021 |
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CGSA's virtual trade show and conference platform is a made in Canada solution that is very user friendly, providing in person contact with delegates and opportunities to highlight your products and services. Save the costs of travel and accomodation with no move-in challenges. To visit the virtual website click here. |
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Gordon Witteveen Award Winner |
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CGSA and The Toro Company are pleased to announce Reid Solodan, AGS of the Canmore Golf & Curling Club as the Gordon Witteveen Award winner for 2020. Reid was selected for his GreenMaster article "Vermicomposting 101". For more details of the award click here.
Selection committees from across the country are busy reviewing more 2020 recipients that will be announced soon for the:
Thank you to our 2020 Award *Sponsors!
*click on the logo below for sponsor websites
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ProRated Membership is Back |
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Do you have a staff member that is not a CGSA member? Now is a great time to sign them up as a member! Starting in January, the CGSA membership dues are prorated for new members. If they join the CGSA now they will pay 1/2 price for their membership dues and as a new member they will also save $50 on their All-Access conference registration.
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2021 Annual General Meeting March 10 |
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The Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held online on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 beginning at 2:00 pm Eastern Standard Time.
ONLY "VOTING MEMBERS" IN GOOD STANDING (Superintendent, Golf Course Management and Life) HAVE SPEAKING PRIVILEGES. All members in good standing are invited to attend.
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Time to Order Staff Uniforms? |
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Time to order staff uniforms. Choose Cutter & Buck for all your uniform essentials and receive CGSA prices. See the new flyer by clicking here and contact Jamie Trowbridge at Jamie.Trowbridge@cutterbuck.com to place your order.
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Government of Canada Announcement -
Regulation of phosphite/phospohorus acid materials
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New regulatory requirements will be required October 26, 2023.
The review was conducted by the CFIA (Canadian Food Inspection Agency); and have determined that phosphite materials, when sold on their own, do not meet the definition of a plant nutrient.
Adding that phosphites also do not meet the definition of a ‘supplement’ as they do not improve the physical condition of the soil or aid plant growth. Due to the fungicidal mode of action these products will fall under the Pest Control Products Act administered by the Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA).
The result of the review is that the PMRA will have regulatory oversight for phosphite products under the Pest Control Products Act (PCPA). Once the PMRA determines that the product is compliant with the PCPA a phosphite product that is combined with soluble plant available nutrient (K or CA) may be registered under the Fertilizers Act.
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Please join the CGSA in welcoming the following new members and/or members who re-joined recently.
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Jeff Hoffart, Edmonton, AB
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Geoffrey Griffin, Port Sydney, ON
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Devyn Pohar, Guelph, ON
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Fedja Muzur, North Vancouver, BC
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Jeff Lefebvre, Sherwood Park, AB
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Bev Lichty, Victoria, BC
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Duncan McIlhone, Cambridge, ON
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Kirk Hertzog, Chilliwack, BC
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Please join the CGSA in congratulating the following member(s) for receiving or renewing their designations:
Master Superintendent® Designation
- Congratulations to Brad Eshpeter, MS, from RedTail Landing Golf Course who just became CGSA’s latest Master Superintendent. Brad received his Accredited Golf Superintendent (AGS) designation back in 2017 and he has been a member of the CGSA since 1992
Renewal of the Accredited Golf Superintendent (AGS) Designation
- Jim Flett, AGS, Superintendent, Muskoka Lakes Golf & C.C.
- Ken MacKenzie, AGS, Superintendent, Canyon Meadows Golf & C.C.
- Mark Piccolo, AGS, Superintendent, Galt Country Club
For more information on how you can achieve your designation, please click here. To learn how you can track your CEC’s, click here.
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Earn a Golfmax and/or opportunity buy rebate on your next Toro equipment purchase! Take advantage of a 2% Cash Rebate with our New Toro Opportunity Buy for CGSA members.
For more details contact: CGSA at 1-800-387-1056.
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Syngenta are pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew Legg to the role of Turf Specialist - Ontario. Matthew will be responsible for managing golf course selling and technical activities, as well as retail account management for the entire province. |
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BASF Receives Health Canada PMRA Registration |
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BASF Canada Agricultural Solutions (BASF) recently received registration of the active ingredient Xemium® from Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA). With this registration, BASF introduces Xzemplar® fungicide – a new solution to address dollar spot on fairways, tees and greens. |
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Quali-Pro Turf Health Expands Retailer Network |
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Golf course superintendents and turf managers will now have more choice in where they purchase their Quali-Pro turf protection products with the addition of two retailer networks to the company’s distribution partners. BrettYoung, based in Winnipeg, Man., will now be offering the complete line of Quali-Pro products through its Regional Account Managers in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Ontario.
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Ferti Technologies Announces Exclusive Distribution Agreement |
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Ferti Technologies/ Nutrite is proud to announce its exclusive POLYON® distribution agreement with Harrell’s for all of Eastern Canada (Ontario-Québec-Maritimes). Founded in 1987, Ferti Technologies/ Nutrite is a manufacturer of specialty fertilizers serving a diverse client base. Ferti Technologies/ Nutrite is dedicated to creating new standards of excellence in the turf industry, delivering high-value products and unsurpassed service worldwide, in a sustainable approach, that is mindful of the environmental and societal impact of our business.
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FEBRUARY Dates to Remember:
- Psychology Month
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Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week – February 1-7
- February 10 Helping Students To Thrive During The “New Normal”
The pandemic, as well as other national events, have left college and university students with numerous challenges, and not living the carefree life they may have expected. We will discuss how you can help your student to get the most out of their educational and social experience, despite the challenges.
HELPFUL TIPS:
- Now more than ever, every action counts. This year, with COVID-19 affecting every aspect of our lives, Canadians are feeling the impact of the pandemic on their mental health. Now more than ever, mental health matters and every action counts. If you or a family member are struggling, help is available.
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Working from Home. Now that many organizations have moved to remote working for many of their employees, it’s important to think about setting your office space up properly. You will want to design a home workspace that promotes good posture and movement to help you prevent neck and back pain as well as eye strain if you work in front of a computer screen for extended periods of time.
WINTER 2021 NEWSLETTER:
· The new Winter 2021 Newsletter is out. Please click here for a copy.
For further upcoming information, keep checking the CGSA website for updates by clicking here.
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For our members who have upgraded their benefit options to either Premium or the Ultimate level, here are more savings for you in February 2021 through memberperks.
Some added perks for February are:
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Teleflora - Save 25% on all Teleflora Bouquets. Just in time for Valentine’s Day.
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Reitmans - Save an extra 10 % off all instore and online.
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Transform App - Save 50% off a 1 Year Subscription.
There are 3,000 discounts across Canada for you and your family members to take advantage. To learn more about this benefit, please contact CGSA at 1-800-387-1056.
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Consider Placing Your Ad here
Advertising in GreenMatter will allow your company to reach industry professionals directly. It is issued monthly to over 900 CGSA members.
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CONTACT US
Jeff Calderwood, Executive Director ex. 24
Lori Micucci, Manager, Member Services ex. 27
Kathryn Wood, Chief Operating Officer ex. 23
Barb Manifold, Business Development and Trade Show ex. 25
PH: 1-800-387-1056, Fax: 416-626-1958
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