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September 2023

Long-Standing CGSA member Donald P. Madore is hosting the NextGen Fall Series East Championship, fueled by JOURNIE Rewards, and conducted by Golf Canada at Milby (Club de golf) in Sherbrooke, Quebec from September 22-24 Sep 22, 2023
Eric Ruhs, Superintendent of the Year Sep 20, 2023
Today is Thank a Superintendent Day Sep 12, 2023
Today is International “Thank a Golf Course Superintendent Day”  Sep 12, 2023
"Thank a Golf Course Superintendent Day" is Tomorrow Sep 11, 2023
Scott MacArthur is Hosting the Fortinet Cup Championship at the Country Hills Golf Club in Calgary, AB this Week Sep 8, 2023

August 2023

Thank A Superintendent Day September 12 Aug 30, 2023
CGSA long time member Blair Duggan is hosting the Canadian Women's Senior Championship, presented by BDO, and conducted by Golf Canada at Mill River Golf Club Woodstock, PE from August 30 – September 1, 2023 Aug 30, 2023
CGSA member Andrew Hart is hosting the CPKC Women’s Open conducted by Golf Canada at Shaughnessy Golf & Country Club from August 22-27, 2023 Aug 22, 2023
CGSA member Dustin How, AGS is hosting the CentrePort Canada Rail Park Manitoba Open and conducted by PGA TOUR Canada at Southwood Golf & Country Club in Winnipeg, MB from August 21-27, 2023 Aug 21, 2023
Long Standing CGSA Member Ken MacKenzie, AGS is Hosting the Shaw Charity Classic at Canyon Meadows Golf & Country Club, Calgary, AB from August 18-20 Aug 18, 2023
CGSA member Craig Moody is hosting the Canadian Junior Boys Championship, presented by BDO, and conducted by Golf Canada at North Bay Golf & Country Club Ltd. in North Bay, ON from August 14-17, 2023 Aug 14, 2023
Book Your Booth Now Aug 8, 2023
Long-Standing CGSA member Robert Wright is hosting the 118th Canadian Men's Amateur Championship, presented by BDO, and conducted by Golf Canada at The Pulpit Club in Caledon, Ontario from August 7-10, 2023. Aug 8, 2023
CGSA member Mathew Hamilton is hosting the 109th Canadian Women's Amateur Championship, presented by BDO, and conducted by Golf Canada at Ashburn Golf Club in Halifax, NS from August 1-4, 2023 Aug 1, 2023

July 2023

CGSA Member Scott Brook is Hosting the Osprey Valley Open presented by Votorantim Cimentos - CBM Aggregates at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley Golf Course (Heathlands Course), Caledon, ON from July 27-30 Jul 26, 2023
CGSA long time member Chad Vibert is hosting the Canadian Women's Mid-Amateur Championship, presented by BDO, and conducted by Golf Canada at Mad River Golf Club in Creemore, ON from July 25-27, 2023 Jul 25, 2023
CGSA long time member Andy MaGee is hosting the Canadian Junior Girls Championship, presented by BDO, and conducted by Golf Canada at Hampton Golf Course in Hampton, NB from July 24-27, 2023 Jul 25, 2023
CGSA member Kim Best is hosting the Commissionaires Ottawa Open at Eagle Creek Golf Club in Dunrobin, ON from July 20-23, 2023 Jul 20, 2023
CGSA member Patrice Fredette is hosting the Quebec Open at Golf Chateau-Bromont from July 13-16, 2023 Jul 13, 2023
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June 2023

And the Winner is.... Jun 30, 2023
CGSA member Leandro Avveduti is hosting the PGA Tour Canada ATB Classic at Northern Bear Golf Club in Sherwood Park, AB from June 29-July 2, 2023 Jun 29, 2023
CGSA long time member Blaine Fagnou is hosting the Elk Ridge Saskatchewan Open at Elk Ridge Resort in Waskesiu, SK this week! Jun 22, 2023
CGSA member Steve Percy is hosting the NextGen Prairie Championship, fueled by JOURNIE Reward at Evergreen Golf & Curling Club in Nipawin, SK from June 16-18, 2023. Jun 19, 2023
CGSA long-time member Brian Youell, MS, AGS is hosting the Royal Beach Victoria Open presented by Times Colonist at Uplands Golf Club in Victoria, BC from June 15-18, 2023 Jun 15, 2023
CGSA member Carol Turner is hosting the BetRegal PGA Championship of Canada at Bigwin Island Golf Club in Baysville, ON from June 11-14, 2023 Jun 12, 2023
Presentation to host superintendent of Oakdale Golf & CC @RBCCanadianOpen Patrick Greenman by Vice President John McLinden. Jun 9, 2023
CGSA member Hugh Greene is hosting the NextGen Western Championship, fueled by JOURNIE Rewards at Athabasca Golf & Country Club in Athabasca, AB from June 9-11, 2023. Jun 9, 2023
CGSA member Patrick Greenman is hosting the RBC Canadian Open conducted by Golf Canada at Oakdale Golf and Country Club from June 6-11, 2023. Jun 6, 2023

May 2023

CGSA and Envu Announce Renewed Partnership May 8, 2023
Renewed Strategic Partnership May 4, 2023

April 2023

Fall Field Day Sponsorship Apr 21, 2023
2024 Canadian Golf Course Management Conference Apr 19, 2023
Fall Field Day Registration Open Apr 18, 2023

February 2023

2022 CGSA Scholarship Winners were Announced on February 22nd During The Awards Ceremony Feb 28, 2023
CGSA Announces New Board and AGM Results Feb 24, 2023
CGSA On-Line Store Open for a Limited Time Feb 15, 2023
CGSA Announces Kyle Francis, as the CGSA/Foley Company Equipment Technician of the Year Award Winner for 2022 Feb 6, 2023

January 2023

CGSA Announces Rob Wilke as the 2022 CGSA/Rain Bird Environmental Achievement Award Recipient Jan 31, 2023
CGSA Announces Dain Mikulic as the 2022 CGSA/Toro Assistant Superintendent of the Year Award Winner Jan 25, 2023
2022 Gord Witteveen Recipient Jan 9, 2023

December 2022

Early Rate Extended Dec 3, 2022
CGSA Announces Brian Youell, MS as the CGSA John B. Steel Distinguished Service Award Recipient for 2022 Dec 2, 2022

November 2022

Tomorrow is the Last Day to Apply or Nominate a Member for an Outstanding CGSA Award Nov 29, 2022
CGSA and BCGSA Announce New Partnership Nov 26, 2022
Board of Directors Nominations Being Accepted Nov 26, 2022
Canadian Early Bird Deadline Approaching Nov 23, 2022
CGSA Distributes the Golf Maintenance Department Compensation & Benefits Survey Nov 23, 2022
Syngenta Renews Gold Partnership Nov 21, 2022
CGSA & BrettYoung Announce Renewed Partnership Nov 9, 2022

October 2022

CGCMC Trade Show Selling Quickly Oct 18, 2022
Registration Now Open Oct 13, 2022
CGSA members Jacob Wetzel & Jason Dziabel are hosting the RBC PGA Scramble conducted by the PGA of Canada at Cabot Cape Breton from October 1-5, 2022 Oct 3, 2022

September 2022

Nominate Your Assistant Superintendent for the 2022 CGSA/Toro Assistant Superintendent of the Year Award Sep 29, 2022
CGSA Announces Beacon Hall as Fall Field Day Location for 2023 Sep 28, 2022
CGSA Announces Jim Flett, AGS as the 2022 CGSA/Envu Superintendent of the Year Award Recipient Sep 21, 2022
CGSA long time member Andy MaGee is hosting the NextGen Fall Series East Championship, fueled by JOURNIE Rewards, and conducted by Golf Canada at Hampton Golf Course in Hampton, NB from September 16-18, 2022 Sep 16, 2022
The Fall Field Day - Schedule of Events Sep 15, 2022
CGSA long time member Jason Winter, AGS is hosting the Fortinet Cup Championship and conducted by PGA TOUR Canada at Deer Ridge Golf Club in Kitchener, ON from September 15-18, 2022 Sep 15, 2022
Today is Thank A Superintendent Day Sep 13, 2022
CGSA long time member Chris Andrejicka is hosting the Canadian All Abilities Championship, presented by BDO and conducted by Golf Canada at Essex Golf & Country Club in LaSalle, ON from September 12-14, 2022. Sep 13, 2022
September 13 Thank a Super Day Reminder Sep 9, 2022
CGSA Member David Hunter is Hosting the Team Canada - NextGen Selection Camp at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley Golf North Course, from September 8-11, 2022 Sep 8, 2022
CGSA long time member Heath Koch is hosting the Canadian Men's Senior Championship, presented by BDO at Red Deer Golf & Country Club in Red Deer AB from September 6-9, 2022 Sep 6, 2022
CGSA member Jonathan Peters is hosting the GolfBC Championship that is conducted by the PGA TOUR Canada - Fortinet Cup at Gallagher's Canyon Golf & Country Club until September 4, 2022 Sep 1, 2022

August 2022

CGSA member Craig MacLeod is hosting the Canadian Women's Mid-Amateur & Senior Championship, presented by BDO and conducted by Golf Canada at Breezy Bend Country Club from August 30-September 1, 2022 Aug 30, 2022
Eric Ruhs is Presented with his CGSA National Tournament Plaque by Past President John Scott, AGS Aug 25, 2022
CGSA member Justin Olansky is hosting the PGA Seniors’ Championship of Canada conducted by the PGA of Canada at Connaught Golf Club from August 23-26, 2022 Aug 23, 2022
The CGSA and NGCOA Canada partner with EnvoyGolf and Fresh Golf Solutions to recruit Australian and Canadian Candidates for seasonal exchange hiring program. Aug 23, 2022
Long Time CGSA Member Gregory McFarlane is Hosting the Canadian Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship, presented by BDO at The Thornhill Club, Thornhill, ON from August 23-26, 2022 Aug 23, 2022
Long Time CGSA member Eric Ruhs is hosting the CP Women’s Open conducted by Golf Canada at Ottawa Hunt & Golf Club from August 22-28, 2022. Aug 22, 2022
Congratulations to Doug Campbell, AGS and Superintendent at Riverside Country Club Who is Recognized for 50 Years Work Aug 22, 2022
CGCMC Trade Show - Book Your Booth Now Aug 19, 2022
CGSA member Dustin How, AGS is hosting the Manitoba Open and conducted by PGA TOUR Canada at Southwood Golf & Country Club in Winnipeg, MB from August 18-21, 2022 Aug 18, 2022
The 2022 Fall Field Day is Quickly Approaching! Have you registered yet? And booked your hotel room (deadline for CGSA rate is today)! Aug 18, 2022
International "Thank a Superintendent Day" Coming September 13 to Honour Golf Course Management Professionals Aug 18, 2022
CGSA member Alexander Inglis is hosting the Canadian Junior Boys Championship, presented by BDO and conducted by Golf Canada at Rivershore Golf Links in Kamloops, BC from August 7-10, 2022 Aug 8, 2022
Ken MacKenzie, AGS is Hosting the Shaw Charity Classic at Canyon Meadows Golf & Country Club, Calgary, AB from August 3-7 Aug 3, 2022
CGSA Members Derek Sheffield (Seymour Golf & CC) and Tyler Patroch, AGS (Point Grey Golf & CC) are co- Hosting the Canadian Men's Amateur Championship, presented by BDO hosted by @golfcanada in BC from August 1-4 Aug 3, 2022

July 2022

CGSA Member Delky Dozzi is Hosting the Sotheby’s International Realty Canada Ontario Open at Woodington Lake Golf Course, Tottenham, ON from July 28-31 Jul 28, 2022
CGSA Member Scott Brook is Hosting the Osprey Valley Open presented by Votorantim Cimentos - CBM Aggregates at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley Golf Course (Heathlands Course), Caledon, ON from July 21-24 Jul 21, 2022

June 2022

CGSA member Fred Forshner is hosting the Prince Edward Island Open at the Dundarave Golf Course in Cardinal, PE from June 30-July 3, 2022 Jun 30, 2022
CGSA member Patrice Fredette is hosting ORORO PGA of Canada Women’s Championship at Bromont and conducted by PGA of Canada at Golf Chateau-Bromont in Bromont, QC from June 28 – July 1, 2022 Jun 29, 2022
CGSA member Blaine Fagnou is hosting the Elk Ridge Open at Elk Ridge Resort in Waskesiu, SK this week! Jun 22, 2022
CGSA member Colin Young is hosting the BetRegal PGA Championship of Canada at Beacon Hall Golf Club in Aurora, ON from June 20-24, 2022 Jun 20, 2022
CGSA member Keith Blayney, MS, AGS is hosting the ATB Classic presented by Volvo Edmonton at Edmonton Petroleum Golf & Country Club in Edmonton, AB from June 16-19, 2022 Jun 16, 2022
Plaque Presentation to Ian McQueen during the Canadian Open Jun 10, 2022
Wilf Peters is hosting the NextGen Prairie Championship, fueled by JOURNIE Rewards at The Links at Quarry Oaks in Steinbach, MB from June 10-12, 2022 Jun 10, 2022
CGSA Member Ian McQueen is Hosting the RBC Canadian Open this Week Jun 6, 2022
CGSA member Brian Youell, MS, AGS is hosting the Royal Beach Victoria Open presented by Times Colonist at Uplands Golf Club Jun 2, 2022
CGSA member Jared Hystad is hosting the NextGen Western Championship, fueled by JOURNIE Rewards Jun 2, 2022
CGSA member Patrice Fredette is hosting the Canadian University/College Championship, presented by BDO Jun 1, 2022

May 2022

CGSA Member Access & Tickets for the RBC Canadian Open (A value of $240) May 30, 2022
Nominate a Distinguished Superintendent Today for the CGSA/BAYER Superintendent of the Year Award May 19, 2022
CGSA Member Garth Sjolie is Hosting the NextGen Pacific Championship, fueled by JOURNIE Rewards May 13, 2022
Fall Field Day Registration Now Open May 11, 2022

April 2022

CGSA Expands Staff Team Apr 1, 2022

March 2022

CGSA Announces New Board of Directors Mar 22, 2022

February 2022

CGSA Announces R. Marie Thorne as the First Female CGSA John B. Steel Distinguished Service Award Recipient for 2021 Feb 8, 2022

January 2022

CGSA Announces Keith Lyall as the 2021 CGSA/Rain Bird Environmental Achievement Award Recipient Jan 27, 2022
Today is Bell Let’s Talk Day! Jan 26, 2022
The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) Announces Kevin Hennigar, as the CGSA/Foley Company Equipment Technician of the Year Award Winner for 2021 Jan 20, 2022
CGSA Business Development Manager Referrals Request Jan 19, 2022
Registration Now Open Jan 19, 2022
CGSA/Toro Assistant Superintendent of the Year 2021 Jan 12, 2022

December 2021

CGSA and OGSA Announce Shift to Virtual Conference Dec 22, 2021
CGSA Contributes $5,000 to Turf Research Dec 9, 2021

November 2021

Black Friday Registration Contest Nov 26, 2021
Reminder of Upcoming CGSA Award Deadline Dates in Two Weeks! Nov 16, 2021
Trade Show 50% Sold Nov 10, 2021
The Canadian Confirmed Speakers Nov 9, 2021
Online Auction Donation Request Nov 9, 2021

October 2021

Book Your Booth Now Oct 26, 2021
CGSA Long Standing Honourary Member Jack “Jumping Jack” Proud 1926- 2021 Oct 18, 2021
Registration Open for The Canadian Oct 13, 2021
CGSA and Foley Company Announce Continued Partnership Oct 6, 2021

September 2021

FREE CGSA Student Memberships! Sep 30, 2021
CGSA and OGSA Announce Joint Golf Course Management Conference for January 2022 Sep 29, 2021
The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) Announces Christopher Dew, AGS from the National Golf Club as the 2021 CGSA/Bayer Superintendent of the Year Award Recipient Sep 14, 2021
Today is ThankASuper Day Sep 14, 2021
September 10th - Suicide Prevention Day Sep 10, 2021

July 2021

Support Relief Efforts in British Columbia Jul 22, 2021
Fall Field Days Partnership Opportunities Jul 12, 2021
Inside Track 3 - Covid Recovery - Year Two Jul 6, 2021

June 2021

June 30th CGSA Deadline Dates Jun 29, 2021
CGSA/Bayer Super of the Year Gives Back Jun 21, 2021
Fall Field Days Partnership Opportunities Jun 3, 2021
Registration Open Fall Field Days Jun 3, 2021

May 2021

FINALLY … Great News for Golf in Ontario! Golf to Open Saturday May 22nd! May 20, 2021
Nominate a Distinguished Superintendent Today for the CGSA/BAYER Superintendent of the Year Award May 19, 2021
TeamKubash Requests Support May 19, 2021
Disappointing News During Today's Ontario Government COVID-19 Briefing May 13, 2021
Mental Health Week May 5, 2021

April 2021

CGSA & NGCOA Canada are Pleased to Announce a New Partnership with TurfView by Bayer Apr 30, 2021
CGSA Announces 2021 Fall Field Days Apr 28, 2021
Letter to The Honourable Doug Ford Apr 26, 2021
CGSA is Looking for Volunteers to Serve on Committees Apr 13, 2021

March 2021

CGSA Announces New Board of Directors Mar 10, 2021

February 2021

CGSA Announces the CGSA John B. Steel Distinguished Service Award Recipient for 2020 Feb 25, 2021
Mark Lane is the 2020 CGSA/Rain Bird Environmental Achievement Award Recipient Feb 19, 2021
Canadian Golf Superintendents Association: Job Posting National Sales Manager Feb 18, 2021
Bill Januszewski is the 2020 CGSA/Foley Company Equipment Technician of the Year Award Recipient Feb 17, 2021
Ryan Marangoni ASOTY Feb 8, 2021
Earn CECs at The Canadian Feb 4, 2021

January 2021

CGSA Announces the Gordon Witteveen Award Winner Jan 29, 2021
Benefits of a Virtual Event Jan 29, 2021
CGSA Award Deadline Dates Extended Until Friday, January 15, 2021 Jan 5, 2021

December 2020

CGSA and Bayer Announce Renewed Partnership Dec 15, 2020
Registration for The Canadian Now Open Dec 11, 2020
The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) Announces the 2020 CGSA/Bayer Superintendent of the Year Award Recipient Dec 1, 2020

November 2020

Rain Bird Renews Multi-Year Silver Partnership Nov 10, 2020

October 2020

Toro Renews Multi-Year Platinum Plus Partnership Oct 29, 2020
CGSA and Syngenta Renew Gold Sponsorship Agreement Oct 27, 2020
CGSA/Foley Company Equipment Technician of the Year Award Oct 21, 2020

September 2020

Nominate a Distinguished Superintendent Today! #ThankASuper Sep 25, 2020
CGSA Members Take Note of The Following Dates: Sep 14, 2020
September 10th - Suicide Prevention Day Sep 10, 2020
BrettYoung Fall Booking Program Sep 10, 2020
September 23 Thank A Superintendent Day Sep 9, 2020
CGSA and MGSA Announce New Partnership Sep 1, 2020

August 2020

Recruit a CGSA Member is a Win Win!! Aug 21, 2020
UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH HOSTS ANNUAL TURF MANAGERS’ SHORT COURSE Aug 6, 2020

July 2020

Time to Win! Don't Miss this Opportunity - Join the CGSA Today! Jul 29, 2020
CGSA Introduces Digital Membership Cards Jul 22, 2020
Nominations are Now Being Accepted for the CGSA/Bayer Superintendent of the Year Jul 22, 2020

June 2020

Steps for Members to Renew their 2020-2021 Membership Dues in our New System Jun 3, 2020

May 2020

2020 Canadian Golf Industry Show Postponed May 21, 2020
Golf & Covid-19 Podcast: Keeping Openings Safe Mike Jiggens from Turf and Rec and Darren Kalyniuk, President of CGSA May 20, 2020
Safety Considerations for Opening in a COVID-19 World May 15, 2020

March 2020

Message about COVID-19 Mar 20, 2020
Women in Turfgrass Management Mentor Program Mar 20, 2020
CGSA Announces Ron Allen as the 2019 CGSA/Foley Company Equipment Technician of the Year Winner Mar 20, 2020
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