The CGSA/Foley Company Equipment Technician of the Year Award is presented annually to the technician whose nomination is judged to be the best example of an individual who exhibits professionalism, innovation and a team approach to make a significant contribution to a golf facility and the golf community. As the winner of this award, he […]
CGSA Names Recipient Of Assistant Superintendent Of The Year Award
Ben White, assistant superintendent from the Markland Wood Golf Club in Etobicoke, Ont., is the Canadian Golf Superintendents Association/Toro Assistant Superintendent of the Year Award winner for 2019. The CGSA/Toro Assistant Superintendent of the Year award recognizes the specific achievements of a golf course assistant superintendent whose performance and contributions to the success of the […]
Superintendent Required At Smithers Golf And Country Club
The Smithers Golf and Country Club in Smithers, B.C., is seeking a greens and grounds superintendent. Reporting directly to the greens and grounds chairman, the successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance and grounds improvements of the golf course and surrounding property. The greens and grounds superintendent will also be instrumental in the completion […]
CGSA Announces Gordon Witteveen Award Winner
The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) has announced that Graeme Douglas of the St. Eugene Golf Course and Casino Resort in Cranbrook, B.C. is the CGSA Gordon Witteveen Award winner for 2019. The Gordon Witteveen Award, sponsored by The Toro Company, is presented annually by the CGSA to the superintendent or assistant superintendent who has authored the best article […]
City Of Calgary Requires A Greenskeeper
The City of Calgary is currently seeking a greenskeeper who will perform a variety of duties related to golf course operations. Duties Evaluate turf health and general golf course needs. Perform turf maintenance such as mowing greens, fertilizing, irrigating, scouting for pests and applying pesticides, evaluating plant growth and health. Assist in the implementation of […]
Bigwin Island Seeks Turf Grass Intern
Bigwin Island on Lake of Bays in Ontario is seeking a turf grass intern. The ideal candidate will be highly motived with a positive outlook and willingness to learn. Job Duties may include but not limited to: Assist with application of Pesticides and Fertilizers. Help train and direct staff. Small project management. IPM practices and […]
City Of Coquitlam Seeks Leader With Turf Experience For Parks, Recreation And Sport Services
The City of Coquitlam, B.C., is looking for a strategic, forward-thinking leader to join its Parks, Recreation and Culture team in the Sport Services division. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for tasks of a supervisory, technical and administrative nature, concerned with coordinating, developing, planning, assigning and reviewing the work of […]
Fairmont Jasper Park Seeks Grounds Mechanic
The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge in Jasper, Alta., is seeking a grounds mechanic. Responsibilities Reporting to the golf course superintendent/grounds manager and/or the assistant golf course superintendent, responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to the following: Consistently offer professional, engaging and friendly service. Implement and oversee a comprehensive preventive maintenance program, […]
CGSA Announces Location Of 2020 Fall Field Day
The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) has announced that is 2020 Fall Field Day National Championship will be played at Beacon Hall Golf Club in Aurora, Ont., on Tuesday, Sept. 15. The host superintendent for the event is Paul Scenna, Master Superintendent. “CGSA is truly privileged to be able to play this outstanding private course. I’m […]
Winner Of CGSA John B. Steel Distinguished Service Award Named
David Boyd, AGS Emeritus and recently retired superintendent of Heritage Pointe Golf Club in Calgary has been named the Canadian Golf Superintendents Association’s John B. Steel Distinguished Service Award recipient for 2019. The CGSA John B. Steel Award commemorates the CGSA’s first president, who was also the first superintendent to be inducted into the Canadian Golf […]