Spring has been slow to arrive in Ontario this year. As cool and wet conditions were the norm for most of March particularly in Southern Ontario. In Northern Ontario, there is still snow cover with the melt occurring slowly. Golf courses in Ontario have overwintered well with limited reports of ice or hydration damage. Snow mold pressure seems to be the topic of conversation amongst superintendents coming out of winter as pressure was high and many are seeing more of it in their untreated areas.
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As the seasons change from winter to spring and we are all starting to gear up for another season, change can be found all around us. Obviously, myself writing this note as my first official duty as BC Director of the CGSA is change. I look forward to representing the province within our national association. I am passionate about the positive direction that both the BCGSA and CGSA are trending and look forward to providing my thoughts to help continue this momentum. I wish to thank Ken Bruneski for his service on the CGSA board as the previous BC Director. Ken is taking over as the Oakcreek rep on Vancouver Island and our close proximity will allow me to lean on his previous experience in the role.
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Membership Renewal Invoices Issued |
Membership renewal emails were sent out this week. In order to renew your 2023-2024 membership(s) simply login and click "RENEW NOW”. As an extra bonus, if you renew your dues by May 31st, 2023, your name will go into a draw to win an all-access registration to the 2024 conference in Montreal (Note: your CGSA dues must be paid by this date to qualify). If you have any questions please contact Lori Micucci at Lori.
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CGSA Staff and Members Recognized |
Turf & Rec honoured eight deserving women in the Canadan turf and grounds maintenance industry who have displayed hard work, leadership, innovation and mentoring abilities. Congratulations to CGSA's newest staff member, Miranda Robinson for being recognized. To see the full list of honourees visit the link below.
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National Tournament Schedule |
We are happy to announce the return to our National Tournament championship schedule for 2023. We will also be posting Member Profiles and Plaque Presentation Photos here.
To see the listing of championships that are currently confirmed, please click here.
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CGSA National Award Winners Recognized at The Canadian |
Recognizing our profession’s high achievers, innovators, and those who contribute their time and effort to the profession is an important component of the CGSA’s mandate. Celebrating the many achievements of the industry, and those who make the contributions, brings recognition and respect to the industry of golf course turf management. The Canadian Golf Course Management Conference Awards Lunch is an outstanding opportunity to celebrate peers and colleagues.
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Please join the CGSA in welcoming the following new members and/or members who re-joined recently.
- Jeffrey Alexander, Nottawa, ON
- Benjamin Bell, Waterloo, ON
- Bryce Dezan, Magog, QC
- Tom Donaldson, Vernon, BC
- Lance Holowaty, Winnipeg, MB
- Cam Kehler, Regina, SK
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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's Accredited Members |
Please join the CGSA in congratulating the following member(s) for receiving or renewing their designations:
RENEWAL OF THE ACCREDITED GOLF SUPERINTENDENT (AGS) DESIGNATION
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Braydon Gilbert, AGS, Superintendent at St. Charles Country Club has recertified his AGS designation for another five (5) years.
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Dustin Zdan, AGS, Superintendent at Blackhawk Golf Club has recertified his AGS designation for another five (5) years.
For more information on how you can achieve and track your designation, please click here or contact Lori at ext. 27 at the CGSA office.
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CGSA’s Standing Committees are the lifeblood of our organization. The input of our members in a number of critical areas of the CGSA mandate helps to shape the very programs and services that the CGSA provides on a daily basis and provides an exciting opportunity to meet people from across the country and get first hand, and in many cases, advanced knowledge of the issues and situations affecting golf course management in Canada.
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Canadian Golf Maintenance Department Compensation Study |
CGSA recently distributed the most comprehensive Canadian Golf Maintenance Department Compensation Study to Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent Members. The study was done for the first time in conjunction with several regional associations; BCGSA, Alberta GSA, STA, MGSA, OVTA, QGSA and Atlantic GSA. This allowed a much larger reach to superintendents to participate and receive valued feedback. |
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Live Learning Centre Opportunities for Continuing Education Credits |
On demand learning opportunities are now available for continuing education credits (CECs) through its Live Learning Centre (LLC). Sessions from the 2023 Canadian Golf Course Management Conference, approved for CECs from across Canada, are available for viewing through the centre with the same content as what was presented during the live event and carries the same CEC value as previously approved. |
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More memberperks
APRIL SPECIALS
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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CGSA's Member Assistance Program
As a member of the CGSA, you now have the option to add HumanaCare’s Member and Family Assistance Program to your membership renewal for the low cost of $40. It provides free confidentail support and counselling for individuals and their families experiencing work-life challenges.
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Syngenta Professional Solutions Canada Announcement
Tech Lead - Canada
Syngenta is excited to announce a significant role change for Matthew Legg of Syngenta. Effective May 1, 2023, Matthew will be transitioning from his current role as Turf Specialist, to the position of Technical Lead for Canada. Matthew has been an invaluable member of our team since joining Syngenta in 2021, bringing with him a wealth of experience and expertise in the turf industry. Prior to joining Syngenta, Matthew has had an impressive career, serving as the Director of Grounds at Oakdale Golf Club and as an Assistant Superintendent at Weston Golf and Country Club.
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CONTACT US
Jeff Calderwood, Chief Executive Officer ex. 24
Lori Micucci, Manager, Member Services ex. 27
Kathryn Wood, Chief Operating Officer ex. 23
Barb Manifold, Events and Administration ex. 25
Miranda Robinson, Communications, mrobinson@golfsupers.com
PH: 1-800-387-1056, Fax: 416-626-1958
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