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PGA of BC
E-NEWS
JANUARY 22, 2025
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PGA OF BC PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
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FULL LINEUP: 2025 EDUCATION SEMINAR PRESENTED BY TAYLORMADE GOLF CANADA | |
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Monday, February 3, 2025
8:15am: Breakfast
9:00am: Annual General Meeting
Members are encouraged to arrive in time to attend the PGA of BC's Annual General Meeting, which will start at
9:00am. Presentation topics include an overview of recent operational changes, financial overview, an update from the National Office, and a preview of the association's upcoming strategic initiatives.
10:15am: Opening Remarks
10:30am: Alan Oishi, Business Strategist & Facilitator
"Understanding the Growth Journey"
12:00pm: Lunch
1:00pm: Cammi Granato, Canucks Assistant GM & Hockey Hall of Famer &
Ray Ferraro, Broadcaster and longtime NHLer;
Moderated by Dan Murphy, Broadcaster, Author & Podcast Host
"Beyond the Ice: Cammi Granato's and Ray Ferraro's Journeys in Sports Management & Media"
2:45pm: Dr. Katie Lebel, Sports Business Professor, University of Guelph
"Driving Change: Inspiring the Next Generation of Women Golfers"
4:00pm: Social Hour
A chance to share refreshments and network with fellow PGA of BC members, Sponsors, and other Industry Partners.
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Tuesday, February 4, 2025
8:45am: Breakfast
9:30am: Dr. Tyler Standifird, Professor of Biomechanics, Utah Valley University
"Leveraging Ground Reaction Forces: Practical Tools for the Teaching Tee"
11:15am: Angus Reid, Longtime BC Lions Offensive Lineman & Motivational Speaker
"What It Really Takes to Achieve Sustainable Success"
12:30pm: Lunch
1:30pm: Rick Fehr, Two-time PGA Tour winner & Golf Teacher
"Bad Instruction Ruined my Playing Career... And Made Me a Better Coach"
3:00pm: Aileen McManamon, Founder & Managing Partner, 5T Sports Group
"Green is the New Black: Creating Win-Win, Sustainable Scenarios for the Golf Industry"
4:30pm: Closing Remarks
4:45pm: New Member Orientation
All members having joined the association in the past two years are invited to an in-person session designed to answer some of the most common questions that new members have.
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PGA of BC members can register for $169 plus GST, while non-members sponsored by an attending Class "A" Professional can register for $269 plus GST.
MEMBER REGISTRATION
NON-MEMBER REGISTRATION
The deadline to register for the Education Seminar is Monday, January 27, 2025 at 4:00pm PT.
To view the full breakfast and lunch menus, please click here. Please reach out to the Office Team at info@pgabc.org for any specific allergy requests.
We are seeking two volunteers per day to assist with registration. If you are interested in volunteering, please reach out to info@pgabc.org.
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FINAL STANDINGS: 2024 REPLAY GOLF SUPPLIES COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM | |
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The PGA of BC congratulates Ryan Tofani as the winner of the inaugural 2024 Replay Golf Supplies Community Engagement Program.
The Sandpiper Golf Club Head Professional topped the standings in the program’s first season with 43 points, demonstrating his incredible dedication to the Association, his club and his community. Tofani’s participation in Association initiatives, volunteerism, and positive representation of a golf professional through social and traditional media highlighted his community engagement in 2024.
Chilliwack Golf Club’s Dylan Nickel earned second place in the program with 37 point this year. Nickel’s standing was made even more impressive as a first-year professional.
Derek Orr (Iron & Wood Golf Simulators) finished in third place with 33 points, Cindy Soukoroff (St. Eugene Golf Resort & Casino) was fourth with 31 points, and Jeff Palmer (Highland Pacific Golf) was fifth with 25 points.
Please click here to view the full final standings for the 2024 Replay Golf Supplies Community Engagement Program.
For more information and for any media inquiries, please contact Marketing & Communications Manager Graham Abraham at graham@pgabc.org.
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PGA OF BC SIMULATOR SERIES PRESENTED BY CLUB CHAMPION EVENT #3 | |
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The final event in the first season of the Simulator Series presented by Club Champion is underway, with the playing window remaining open until Friday, January 31. Professionals are competing virtually at Quail Hollow Club, host of the 2025 PGA Championship.
REGISTER HERE
Those members who have registered will be sent a link to compete in the event. Competitors can register during the playing window, however we encourage members to sign up as soon as possible.
Matthew Palsenbarg (Point Grey Golf & Country Club) won Event #1, while Bradley Gagnon (Capilano Golf & Country Club) took the victory in the second event.
Event #1 Recap
Event #2 Recap
Palsenbarg leads the overall Simulator Series Order of Merit standings, with Sergio Barba Moreno (Modern Golf (Langley)) in second, and Gagnon and Jonnie Motomochi (Morgan Creek Golf Course) tied for third. To learn more about the Simulator Series presented by Club Champion and to view the current standings, please click here.
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PGA OF CANADA SAFE SPORT REQUIREMENTS DEADLINE JANUARY 31 | |
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The deadline for members to complete the PGA of Canada Safe Sport requirements is January 31, 2025.
The PGA of Canada requires all members to complete the Safe Sport Requirements with a company called ISB Global Services (One Badge). You must either complete your police record check online with them or upload a recent police record check (within the past 3 years).
In addition, you will have to complete Safe Sport Training with the Coaching Association of Canada (1 hour online at no cost to you), the Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders Program (1 hour and a half online for $30 plus tax paid directly to RIS Group), and upload proof of completion into your account with ISB Global.
For more information on how to meet the requirements, click here.
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Did you know the PGA of BC offers a wide range of Member Benefits & Corporate Discounts (log-in required) to those in the Association?
Members are encouraged to make use of these deals as a way of supporting our Preferred Partners, who similarly support Association events and activities throughout the year.
For more information, please contact Business Development Manager Dan Czerwenka at dan@pgabc.org.
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Paragon Junior Clubs For Sale ($5 per club)
- Paragon Junior Clubs
- Ages 5-7 (yellow): 7-irons, 9-irons and 5-hybrids available, approx. 50 of each
- Ages 8-10 (green): 7-irons, 9-irons and 3-woods available, approx. 40 of each
- Ages 11-13 (blue): 7-irons, 9-irons and 5-hybrids available, approx. 40 of each
Please contact Doug Robb at parsports@shaw.ca for all inquiries.
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Paragon Junior Stand Bags For Sale ($10 per bag)
- Paragon Junior Stand Bags
- 20 bags with red stripe; 20 bags with yellow stripe
- Suitable for ages 8-10
Please contact Doug Robb at parsports@shaw.ca for all inquiries.
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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. | |
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SAVE THE DATE
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Until January 31
PGA of BC Simulator Series, Event #3
Quail Hollow Club
Registration and More Info
February 3-4, 2025
PGA of BC Education Seminar presented by TaylorMade Golf Canada
Tsawwassen Springs Golf, Tsawwassen, BC
Member Registration
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