November can often be a volatile month in Ontario varying from snowstorms, high winds to shorts weather. Fortunately, the weather was golf friendly for the first three weeks of the month. Golfers were given an extra bonus as temperatures neared 20 degrees on particular days. The pleasant weather also permitted Superintendents to apply their winter applications under favouarable conditions. There was a return to normal conditions in the later part of the month with snowsqualls, lake effect snow and high winds. |
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Early Rate Extended for The Canadian |
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We've extended the early registration rate for The Canadian Golf Course Management Conference until December 15. If you made sure to register by November 30 we will enter your name into a draw for complimentary accommodations at the iconic Fairmont Hotel Vancouver.
We're planning a robust education program that you have come to expect from The Canadian as well as the opportunity to reconnect with suppliers in person at the trade show. Some confirmed speakers include USGA's Cory Isom; Derek Settle, Chicago District Golf Association; Dr. Frank Rossi; Greg Moore, Plant Food; Dr. Thomas Nikolai and Trent Manning, Ansley & Settindown Creek Golf Clubs.
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Be Sure and Book Your Booth at the Canadian Golf Course Management Trade Show on February 23.
Take advantage of the opportunity to share and learn from each other, create or expand your network from across the country. Booth registration includes access to education sessions, the Opening SociALL on Wednesday, February 22 and the trade show lunch.
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Brian Youell, MS, 2022 John B. Steel Recipient |
CGSA is pleased to announce Brian Youell, MS, Uplands Golf Club as the John B. Steel Distinguished Service Award recipient for 2022. Congratulations Brian!
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Mr. November. Meet Matthew Booth's Dog, Whiskey who works at the Oshawa Golf & Country Club. |
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Congratulations to Larry Olson, superintendent at the Balfour Golf Club in BC has been named the Syngenta Superintendent of the Year by the BCGSA. To read more click here
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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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Renae Beegle, Orrville, OH
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Jackson Bontje, Chilliwack, BC
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Chris Bozanin, Aurora, ON
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Connor Brown, Guelph, ON
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Bobby Cook, Ottawa, ON
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Doug Hubble, Guelph, ON
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Cory McLellan, West Kelowna, BC
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Brian Milani, Thunder Bay, ON
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Russ New, Osoyoos, BC
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Cody Osborne, West Kelowna, BC
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Doug Speranza, Abbotsford, BC
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If you have recently moved, please send us your details to include in the next edition of GreenMatter. |
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CGSA and BCGSA Announce New Partnership |
The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) and the British Columbia Golf Superintendents Association (BCGSA) have agreed on a management contract that will see the CGSA conduct the administration of the BCGSA.
CGSA will begin administrative services effective January 1, 2023 under the direction of the BCGSA Board of Directors. Each association will maintain their autonomy as independent organizations however will share resources such as administrative talent and the CGSA’s new Association Management System. This agreement also sees the addition to CGSA’s staff complement and is pleased to announce the hiring of Miranda Robinson as BCGSA Manager and CGSA Communications Manager. Full announcement here. |
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Compensation and Benefit Survey Extended to December 9 |
The Golf Maintenance Department Compensation and Benefits Survey in partnership with 7 regiona/provincial superintendent associations is being extended until December 9. This will allow for more comprehensive results for your profession. Surveys were sent to all members and regions from survey@golfsupers.com. Please contact Kathryn Wood with any questions. |
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Syngenta Renews Gold Partnership |
The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) and Syngenta Canada Inc. (Syngenta) are pleased to announce that Syngenta has renewed their Gold Sponsorship agreement and will continue to be the Exclusive Sponsor of the Education Program at The Canadian 2023 Golf Course Management Conference (CGCMC). Syngenta will also host the 2023 Fall Field Day Awards Dinner. |
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CGSA and BrettYoung Annouce Renewed Partnership |
The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) and BrettYoung are pleased to announce their renewed partnership agreement that will see BrettYoung continue as a bronze sponsor of The Canadian Golf Course Management Conference (CGCMC) Opening SociALL. |
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CGSA Members save 2% on the purchase or lease of Toro's Workman GTX Lifted and Bullseye Rotaquake 630. |
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More memberperks in December
Log into your memberperks account to check out all the ways you and your family can have fun and save this fall!
Note you will only be able to download the app if you are signed up to receive this member benefit. For more information, please contact Lori Micucci.
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As a Premium or Ultimate member of the Canadian Golf Superintendents Association, you have access to HumanaCare’s Member Assistance Program providing free, confidential support and counselling for individuals and their families experiencing work-life challenges. |
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IPM Council of Canada Appoints New Executive Director
The IPM Council of Canada announced today that long-time environmental policy and operations specialist Wendy Burgess will succeed retiring Executive Director Teri Yamada to lead the Council into the future. Read the full announcement.
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GTI Launches Podcast
GTI launches its podcast called Canadian Turf Talks and it's available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Visit Podcast for details.
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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, Manager, Communications and Administration ex. 25
PH: 1-800-387-1056, Fax: 416-626-1958
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