PGA of BC

E-NEWS

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Impact Canopy Canada understands its customers' need for superior and innovative solutions to effectively promote their brand. That's why they make it their business to provide customers with a range of solutions to showcase their corporate message and attract prospects in seconds. The PGA of BC is thrilled to continue our relationship with Impact Canopy Canada after recently extending this fruitful partnership.

Impact Canopy Canada has a long history of manufacturing and distributing all qualities and styles of Instant Canopies, Instant Canopy Accessories and Baseline Marquees.

Impact customers can expect available inventory, an available rental fleet and expert sales and service advice. The Association proudly uses tents, flags, field boards, table coverings and other PGA of BC-branded accessories produced by Impact Canopy at all events, giving each of our tournaments and gatherings a sharp and professional look.



Impact Canopy Canada is a Bronze-level Preferred Partner of the PGA of BC. See our Member Benefits & Corporate Discounts page (website login required) to view exclusive pricing available to PGA of BC members on many items.

The PGA of BC encourages members to purchase their tickets for the 2024 PGA of BC Awards Celebration presented by TRIBAL, taking place October 29 at 7:00pm PT at the River Rock Casino Resort in Richmond. Doors open at 6:00pm PT.

Tickets are limited, and we urge members to purchase their ticket as soon as possible to reserve their attendance. Members wishing to attend the event can purchase their tickets by clicking the link sent to all members via email earlier today. If you did not receive an email containing a link to purchase tickets, please reach out to Communications & Marketing Manager Graham Abraham at graham@pgabc.org. Multiple tickets can be bought by utilizing the quantity drop down on the left side of the transaction page.

The PGA of BC Awards Celebration presented by TRIBAL is an annual tradition and opportunity to recognize the individuals and golf facilities that are leaders in our Association. This year’s event will include beverages and hors d'oeuvres, as well as an enhanced awards presentation. We look forward to welcoming members of the Association, sponsors, and media personalities to the event to celebrate the achievements of professionals and facilities from across British Columbia.

For more information, please contact Business Development Manager Dan Czerwenka at dan@pgabc.org.

The PGA of BC is seeking volunteers for the upcoming PGA of BC Fall Trade Show, held October 29-30 at the River Rock Casino Resort.

Volunteers will assist in several ways: Registration; helping exhibitors move in an out of the theatre; acting as an usher to guide attendees to the show floor; and offering assistance and support to exhibitors throughout the Show.

PGA of BC members who volunteer at the 2024 Fall Trade Show will be awarded one Professional Development Program (PDP) point per hour. We thank all volunteers in advance for their dedication to and support of the Association and its initiatives.

For more information and to sign-up as a volunteer, please contact Business Development Manager Dan Czerwenka at dan@pgabc.org.

The PGA of BC has been made aware that scam phishing emails have been circulating, purporting to represent the Fall Trade Show. These emails state that recipients can acquire the Visitors/Attendees list. The Association confirms that no entity outside of the PGA of BC Office Team has access to a list of attendees, and that the emails circulating are a scam. We advise all members who receive these emails to ignore and delete them.

Communications related to the PGA of BC Fall Trade Show and all other Association events and initiatives will always come from an @pgabc.org or @pgaofbc.ccsend.com address. If you are ever unsure whether an Association-related communication is legitimate, please reach out to the PGA of BC Office Team for confirmation.

Thank you very much for your understanding.

The Association reminds members to pay their membership dues by November 1 or sign up for the payment plan by October 24 to avoid late penalties.

Please click here for your 2025 Annual Dues invoice.

Please click here for more information on how to sign up for a Payment Plan.

For all inquiries, please reach out to PGA of Canada Managing Director of Membership & Support Services Darcy Kral at darcy@pgaofcanada.com.

Information via the PGA of Canada

The Warren Crosbie Community Leader of the Year Award, introduced in 2020 and named after PGA of Canada Past President and Life Member Warren Crosbie, is presented annually to a member of the association who has demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities and gone above and beyond to make a meaningful and lasting impact within their community with an emphasis on ED&I initiatives to grow the game for everyone.

The submission deadline is November 12, 2024. To access the nomination form, please click here.

The PGA of BC has introduced a new honour to our Awards Celebration for 2024: the Dawn Coe-Jones Female Player of the Year presented by TRIBAL.

Following deliberations from the association's Tournament Committee and recently approved by the Board of Directors, the Female Player of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding female player among the ranks of the Association, influenced by the PGA of BC's Order of Merit and participation in national championships.

Born in Campbell River, Dawn Coe-Jones was one of the most accomplished golfers to ever emerge from British Columbia. Coe-Jones' achievements include three LPGA Tour wins, back-to-back BC Amateur titles, the 1983 Canadian Women's Amateur, NCAA All-American honours, and induction into the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame and BC Sports Hall of Fame. Coe-Jones passed away in 2016 from chondrosarcoma, a form of bone cancer.

The four BC Regional Tours have wrapped up their 2024 seasons. Congratulations to the following professionals for their victory in their region's Tour Championship:

Lower Mainland G&G Tour: Bryn Parry (Seymour Creek Golf Centre) and Khan Lee (GreenTee Country Club

Vancouver Island Club Pro Tour: Brad Liptrot

Westland Insurance Interior PGA Tour: Mark Kitts (Shadow Ridge Golf Club)

Kootenay Pro Tour: Trevor Simkins (Bootleg Gap Golf)

The Regional Tour Roundup will return to the PGA of BC E-News next Spring.

UBC Thunderbirds

Women's Coaching Staff: Chris MacDonald, Jeff Buder, Tim Wilson, Tyler McNeil, Taylor Kim

Men's Coaching Staff: Chris MacDonald, Jeff Buder, Tim Wilson, Tyler McNeil, Patrick Lago, Keir Smith

The UBC Women's Golf Team won the Canada West Championships at the Okanagan Golf Club (Bear Course) on October 7 & 8, with a cumulative team score of -16 to win by 34 shots. Elizabeth Labbe took the individual crown, lighting up the course with a tournament-low 66(-7) on Tuesday to finish with a two-round total of 138 (-8)

The UBC Men's Golf Team finished in second place at the Canada West Championships at the Okanagan Golf Club (Bear Course), shooting a team score of 7-under. The Thunderbirds were paced by Mackenzie Bickell, who closed the tournament at 4-under to finish tied for third place on the individual leaderboard.

To read a full recap of the event via Jake McGrail, UBC Communications, please click here.

Simon Fraser University Red Leafs

Coaching Staff: Krysta Schaus, Matt Cella, Kim Senecal, Scott Kerr, Timothy Rattan

The SFU Women's Golf Team competed in the West Texas A&M Regional Preview at La Paloma Golf Club in Amarillo, Texas September 30-October 1. The Red Leafs earned an eighth place finish, with Izzy Ferguson taking ninth place on the individual leaderboard to lead the team. Host university West Texas A&M won the event.

The SFU Men's Golf Team competed in the Western Washington Invitational at Bellingham Golf & Country Club on September 30 & October 1. The team finished in second place overall, with Colorado Christian University taking the victory. The Red Leafs were paced by Brendan O'Brien and Danny Im, who tied for thirteenth place on the individual leaderboard.

UVic Vikes

Coaching Staff: Justin Clews, David Rands

The UVic Women's Golf Team competed in the Canada West Championships at the Okanagan Golf Club (Bear Course) on October 7 & 8. The Vikes earned a spot on the podium, closing the championship in third place overall. Cindy Koira was the Vikes' leader, carding rounds of 74-69 to finish in individual third place.

The UVic Men's Golf Team competed in the Canada West Championships at the Okanagan Golf Club (Bear Course), finishing in fourth place. Jagre Knight was fifth on the individual leaderboard at 3-under.

To read a full recap via Alexis Chevalier, Vikes Sports Information, please click here.

UBC Okanagan Heat

Coaching Staff: Clay Stothers, Mackenzie Barrie, Brandon Raine

The UBCO Women's Golf Team took a silver medal as runners-up at the Canada West Championships this week. Closing the two-round championship with a team score of 18-over par, the Heat were propelled by Bess Chan, who finished at even-par to lead the team and earn sixth place among individuals.

The UBCO Men's Golf Team took their program's first ever Canada West Championships title in dominant fashion, posting a combined score of 24-under to win by 17 strokes. Ryan Gillis (-9) won the individual title, while Thomas Lemay (-7) finished as runner-up and Andrew Rouble (-4) tied for third.

Full recaps via Jamie Howieson:

Women's | Men's

University of the Fraser Valley Cascades



Coaching Staff: Connor O'Dell, Kathy Stecyk, Sean Douglas

The UFV Women's Golf Team competed in the Canada West Championships, where they finished in third place. Morgan Best led the way for the Cascades, shooting one-over par to tie for seventh place among individuals.

The UFV Men's Golf Team earned a fifth-place result in the Canada West Championships. Eli Greene was the top performer for UFV, closing his tournament at 2-over and tie for 16th place on the individual leaderboard.

If you would like to place an advertisement in the Classifieds section, please contact Marketing & Communications Manager Graham Abraham at graham@pgabc.org to place a listing.

MEMBERS ON THE MOVE

Jordan Lu's application to the PGA of Canada has been approved and he becomes an Apprentice Professional at Elite Golf Club

Cam Fergusson has successfully completed the National Training Academy and becomes a Class "A" Professional at Salt Spring Island Golf & Country Club

For all Members on the Move information, please click HERE.

Golf Club Fitter & Builder - haywoodgolf

Manager of Operations - Merritt Golf & Country Club

Assistant/Associate Golf Professional - Nanaimo Golf Club

Assistant Golf Professional - Storey Creek Golf Club

For any job postings that have been approved and published on the PGA of BC website, the Association will share relevant social media posts to assist your facility in the search for a candidate. We will share one post/story per job posting. Please ensure that you tag the PGA of BC's social media account in any post or story relevant to the posting. To ensure that we share the post/story in a timely matter, please also reach out to Communications & Marketing Manager Graham Abraham at graham@pgabc.org to notify us of the post.

For all job opportunities listed on the PGA of BC website, please click HERE (Log-in required).

For all job opportunities listed on the PGA of Canada website, please click HERE.

October 29-30

PGA of BC Fall Trade Show

River Rock Casino Resort, Richmond, BC

Member Registration

PGA of BC Simulator Series

Various Locations; via Trackman TPS Platform

November 15-29

PGA of BC Simulator Series, Event #1

St. Andrews Links, The Old Course

December 13-27

PGA of BC Simulator Series, Event #2

Royal Melbourne, Composite Course

January 17-31

PGA of BC Simulator Series, Event #3

Pebble Beach Golf Links

December 9-12

PGA Head Professional Championship of Canada presented by Callaway Golf

Mission Resort & Club, Howey-In-The-Hills, Florida

Register Here

CONTACT THE PGA OF BC OFFICE TEAM