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BCGSA 2025 Professional Development Days

December 3 - 5, 2025

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SHAPING THE FUTURE OF TURF

Join us for three inspiring days of high-level learning, meaningful networking, and career development. 

This isn't just another conference - it's your launchpad for leadership, innovation, and lasting professional growth.  

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EXPLORE • LEARN • ADVANCE

THREE PROGRAMS TO POWER YOUR CAREER

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TURF PROGRAM

Join the following experts for 2 1/2 days packed full of education, industry advancements, strategies and solutions.

Jim Nedin - Jim Nedin Consulting Services

Frank Rossi - Cornell CALS 

Bill Kreuser PhD, BS, MS Turfgrade

Tim Fredericks, CPIC - Fredericks McGuire Ltd.

Ben McGraw PhD Penn State University

Ross Niewola - USGA Agronomy 

Steve Laing & Jarrett Brochez - Environment & Climate Change Canada

Shaun Dhaliwal - Pesticide Compliance Program - Health Canada

Thomas Bastis - PGA Tour Competitions Agronomist

EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN PROGRAM

Support your team's development by bringing Equipment Technicians, Assistants and Interns to these specialist-led turf equipment sessions.

Jim Nedin - Jim Nedin Consulting Services

Currie Frank - Island Tractor & Supply

HORTICULTURE PROGRAM

Invite your Horticulturist to connect with fellow professionals and explore innovative approaches to golf course garden landscapes. 

Andrew Cousins - Terraflora Soilworks

Janis Matson - Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Cassie Gibeau - Honeybee Centre

Kristen Miskelly - Satin Flower Nurseries

Jack Oostenbrink - Fruits and Shoots

Ben McGraw PhD - Penn State University 

INFOMERCIALS

Explore a dynamic lineup of Infomercial presentations from our valued industry suppliers - featuring the latest innovations and technologies.  Show your support by tuning in to every Infomercial.  

  • Aqua Aid Solutions
  • Belchim Canada
  • Hydro Engineering
  • Iconix Waterworks
  • Island Tractor & Supply
  • OASE
  • Plant Food
  • Target Specialty Products

THANK YOU to our AMAZING SPONSORS

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BCGSA SILENT AUCTION

The BCGSA is shifting its silent auction focus to initiatives that give back to our members and the golf course management community. 

This year, the BCGSA’s silent auction is all about giving back—supporting the professionals and programs that keep our industry thriving. We feel it is time to reinvest in our community and strengthen the tools that drive success.

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SEE YOU IN VICTORIA!

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Registration Schedule
Registration Type Registration Opens Registration Closes
Conference Virtual Attendance Member Rate (Offered to BCGSA members & their teams. Includes all education - virtually. ) Oct 6, 2025 Nov 28, 2025
Conference Non-Member Registration (Offered to non-BCGSA members. Includes all education, coffee breaks, lunches & the Networking Reception.) Oct 6, 2025 Nov 28, 2025
Social Package Registration (Offered to partners accompanying BCGSA members. Includes access to the Networking Reception on December 3, 2025. Not intended for golf facility registrants. ) Oct 6, 2025 Nov 28, 2025
3rd and Above - Same Facility Members (Offered to BCGSA member teams with two registered delegates looking to bring additional participants from the same facility. Includes all education, coffee breaks, lunches and the Networking Reception. ) Oct 6, 2025 Nov 28, 2025
Equipment Technician Program (Offered to BCGSA members & their teams. Includes all education, coffee breaks, lunches, and the Networking Reception.) Oct 6, 2025 Nov 28, 2025
Wednesday, December 3 - Day Pass Conference Registration (Offered to BCGSA members & their teams. Includes all education, coffee breaks and lunch on the day attending.) Oct 6, 2025 Nov 28, 2025
Horticulture Program (Offered to BCGSA members & their teams. Includes all education, coffee breaks, lunches, and the Networking Reception.) Oct 6, 2025 Nov 28, 2025
Thursday, December 4 - Day Pass Conference Registration (Offered to BCGSA members & their teams. Includes all education, coffee breaks and lunch on the day attending.) Oct 6, 2025 Nov 28, 2025
Friday, December 5 - Day Pass Conference Registration (Offered to BCGSA members & their teams. Includes all education and coffee breaks on the day attending.) Oct 6, 2025 Nov 28, 2025
Conference Member Registration (Offered to BCGSA members & their teams. Includes all education, coffee breaks, lunches and the Networking Reception. ) Oct 6, 2025 Nov 28, 2025