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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/Bayer 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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