Everyone will be happy that November is over. Cold Temperatures, snow, rain and of course ice were causing lots of problems as everyone put their courses to bed. Throughout Alberta guys are trying new methods and different techniques to keep their greens free of ice. From new insulators with ice shields, to no cover at all. Let’s hope everyone has great results for their property.
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As I look out the window snowflakes are falling and are forecasted for the next 3 days. Golf courses are buttoned down for the winter and most courses are finished for the season or doing tree work and or finishing up projects. Everything went as planned this fall, well not really. The first snowstorm of 20 cm came on November 11 and made everyone scramble to close their courses faster and earlier
than planned
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Blaine Fagnou (left) presents Bruce Klaassen, AGS with the J. Drew Smith award, Member of the Year 2019, recognizing his dedication and contribution to the turgrass industry.
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Target Specialty Products' Gregor Kowalski is presented the Governer General's award for his massive contributions to the turfgrass industry. Pictured with BC Lieutenant Governor
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Wade Peckham, AGS (right) was honoured with the AGSA Distinguished Service Award, presented by Mike Johnson. Congratulations Wade.
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Mr. December. CGSA member Michael Putrus' Dog Juneau is featured in the GCSAA Dog Days of Golf Calendar.
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Congratulations to Brian Youell, MS, AGS and team at Uplands for being selected as the Mackenzie Tour Players' Choice for Tournament of the Year.
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Nick Parry, 27 year employee at Cordova Bay enjoys the Fall clean-up.
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Please join the CGSA in welcoming the following new members and/or members who re-joined recently.
- PAT BEREZOWSKI, THUNDER BAY ON
- MARK DEACTIS, BRACEBRIDGE ON
- CONNOR HAMILTON, GUELPH ON
- KYLE HAND, GUELPH ON
- GORAN MITREVSKI, TORONTO ON
- KEVIN MORRISON, SLAVE LAKE AB
- DAVE PATERSON, RICHMOND HILL ON
- CHRISTOHPER SCOTT, ILE-BIZARD QC
- BRIAN SKINNER, THUNDER BAY ON
- DANIEL SLIASAS, ST. CATHARINES ON
- GEOFF STRELOW, CALGARY AB
- DON WALINGA, LIVELY ON
- BEN WHITE, ETOBICOKE ON
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Thinking of Writing the CGSA
Master Superintendent Exam
or
Accredited Golf Superintendent Exam
You still have time to write the exams and be recognized for achieving your designation at the 2020
The Canadian
Golf Course Management Conference in Ottawa Ontario.
To meet the approval process, you must submit your application to Lori Micucci no later than
January 10, 2020.
This will give staff enough time to review your application, approve it and get the exam to your proctor.
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It's a cinch to win with CGSA's Recruit a Member Campaign. This a great opportunity for you to help us build a stronger voice for CGSA within the superintendent community.
Recruit a new or returning member that fits within the criteria (in the link) by
December 21, 2019
and as a thank you CGSA will provide you with an upgrade to the Premium member benefit package.
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Compensation Survey Circulated
Help your association make this survey a valuable tool for all superintendent members. The survey should take 15 - 20 minutes to complete and will ensure a valuable resource for future reference.
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Do you Need Support? HumanaCare is Available
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We all face personal problems and pressures in our daily lives. HumanaCare’s support and counselling is now available to assist in finding ways to deal with these life challenges. CGSA & HumanaCare partnered recently to provide a Member Assistance Program. To find out more about this service please click
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 December through
memberperks
for CGSA. There are some great savings for you and your family just in time for Christmas shopping!
DECEMBER
:
DECEMBER 16TH ONLY
There are 3000 discounts across Canada for you and your family members to take advantage of. To learn more about this benefit, please contact Lori Micucci, ext. 27 or
lmicucci@golfsupers.com.
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Register Today for The 2020 Canadian Golf Course Management Conference Ottawa, Ontario from March 1 - 5, 2020
We are very pleased to be partnering with the Ottawa Valley Turfgrass Association to present this event featuring over 20 hours of educational presentations, the largest turf management trade show in Canada and the opportunity to network with colleagues from across the country.
Here is a
current schedule
of events. We begin on Sunday, March 1 with Specialized Learning Workshops. We have the Opening Ceremonies and Keynote presentation with global futurist Jim Carroll and continue into full education programming on Monday, March 2.
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Save 2% with BrettYoung
Take advantage of 2% savings off invoice on professional turf products through
Brett Young as a part of the Golfmax Purchasing Program.
Brett Young is a leader in wholesale forage and turf, professional turf and reclamation, seed and crop inputs in Canada and around the world. They are passionate about delivering the products that help keep your business profitable while backing them up with knowledge and experience.
For more information, please contact your Brett Young representative for a full listing of the products and services available.
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CGSA and BrettYoung
The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) and BrettYoung are pleased to announce their renewed partnership agreement that will see BrettYoung remain a bronze sponsor of The Canadian Golf Course Management Conference (CGCMC) Opening SociALL.
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CGSA and Toro Announce Continued Partnership
The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) and The Toro Company are pleased to announce Toro’s continued exclusive sponsorship of the CGSA/Toro Assistant Superintendent of the Year Award.
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Silent Auction Donation Request
Help the Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) Silent Auction by donating while receiving an opportunity to promote your product or service to over 500 golf industry delegates. CGSA is the national association committed to excellence in golf course management and environmental responsibility through the continuing professional development of its 1000 plus member.
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The staff and CGSA Board of Directors wish you a Merry Christmas and enjoyable holiday season.
Note: the CGSA office will be closed the afternoon of December 24 and will re-open on January 3. The full staff team will be back in the office on January 6.
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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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