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PGA of BC PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
DEXIM GOLFWEAR
Dexim Golfwear is a Canadian-owned and operated manufacturer of high-quality women’s golf apparel that is proudly 100-per-cent made in Canada.
Dexim’s colourful and diverse designs in golf dresses, polos and skorts, featuring reliable and comfortable materials, have made them an industry leader.

Dexim was founded in 1989, creating and tailoring garments achieving a mix of performance and style. Its lines are recognizable by their sporty cut, casual and chic, and for keeping ahead of the curve in golf fashion.

Over the years, the Dexim Golfwear collection has proudly distinguished itself from its competitors through the use of high-quality fabrics that are both durable and reliable. Today, Dexim’s offerings are distributed through more than 400 stores, golf shops and other renowned boutiques specializing in sports across Canada.

Dexim Golfwear is a Bronze-level Preferred Partner of the Association and the presenting sponsor of Women’s Golf Week. Please click below to learn more and check out Dexim's collection.
CANUCKS JUNIOR GOLF WEEK FACILITY REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
After a two-year pause as a result of health and safety guidelines, the PGA of British Columbia is proud to announce the return of the popular Canucks Junior Golf Week program for 2022.

This year's date range of July 11-18 allows facilities to choose convenient dates to hold their single-day camps over an eight-day period that runs Monday to Monday. The length and structure of your camp is entirely up to you, although it is recommended you provide sessions lasting 90 minutes or more that give participants a taste of driving, chipping, putting and etiquette.

To register your facility follow the link here. Participant registration is scheduled to open early next month. Please click below for full details on this year's program.
2022 TOURNAMENT CALENDAR KICKS OFF ON MONDAY IN NANAIMO
The PGA of BC Tournament of Champions (TOC) presented by PING Canada takes place on Monday with 35 teams competing at Nanaimo Golf Club.

The 18-hole, best-ball competition, which features PGA of BC Club Professionals (Head, Executive or Head Teaching Professional) partnering with a club champion or other designated amateur from their facility, was held at Mayfair Lakes G&CC in 2021 where Point Grey G&CC Head Professional, Dave Zibrik and amateur, Jeff Dagg claimed victory in a three-way playoff.

Nanaimo Golf Club will be welcoming the TOC for the first time and hosting its first Association championship in 25 years, last holding the PGA of BC Championship in 1997. The A.V. Macan designed course features tall evergreens, majestic willow and maple trees which prove to be a tight test from the tees.
SCOTT KOLB ELECTED AS PGA OF CANADA VICE-PRESIDENT
At the 2022 PGA of Canada Annual General Meeting in Toronto, PGA of BC Class "A" Professional Scott Kolb was elected as the Association's incoming Vice-President.

The former Victoria Golf Club Executive Professional, who operates his own industry firm Fresh Golf Solutions moved into the role after serving two years as Secretary. At the AGM, the Association welcomed the Ottawa Valley Zone's Gord Percy as the 49th President of the PGA of Canada, succeeding the Ontario Zone's Teejay Alderdice.

Tiffany Gordon (Alberta Zone) was elected Secretary, becoming the first female officer in the 111-year history of the PGA of Canada.

Congratulations to all elected members and officers. Please click below for more information.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR PGA OF CANADA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Earlier this week, the PGA of Canada announced that registration has now opened for all five 2022 PGA of Canada National Championships.

Tournaments will be held in four Canadian provinces (Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, & New Brunswick), while the PGA Head Professional Championship of Canada will make its returns to Verrado Golf Club in Arizona after a two-year hiatus.

For more information on these events and the register today, please click on the link below.
MEMBERS ON THE MOVE
Sebastien Turgeon's application to the PGA of Canada has been approved and he joins Richmond Country Club as an Apprentice Professional

Samuel De Sira has transferred from the PGA of Australia and joins The Okanagan Golf Club as a Class "A" Professional

Michael Kennedy has transferred from the Ottawa Valley Zone

Ryan Brown has reinstated with the PGA of Canada and joins Myrtle Point Golf Club as an Apprentice Professional

Kyle Roszmann joins McCleery Golf Course as an Apprentice Professional
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
No new opportunities
PGA of BC PROFESSIONAL SPOTLIGHT -- JORDAN ROURKE
Class "A" Professional, The Vancouver Golf Club

Member Since: 2014

Why did you become a PGA of Canada Professional?
The opportunity to combine my passion for sports and business and the opportunity to pass on my knowledge and passion for the game to others.

What is the most rewarding part about being a member of the PGA of BC?
The most rewarding part for me is the relationships I have developed with my colleagues and members/guests of facilities. If I wasn't a member of the PGA of BC I would not have the opportunity to meet so many influential people.

If you had to share one piece of advice with a new member of our Association, what would it be?
Everyone is willing to share their career and information with you. Don't be afraid to reach out to people who are in a position you want to be in. Get out to industry events, play in events and network. Here in BC we do such a good job of bringing everyone together with our education series and tournaments. Also, seek out places you want to work in advance; my job in Whistler and New Zealand came through me picking a destination and seeking out the job myself instead of waiting for a job posting.

What is a common misconception that golfers make about what your job entails?
There is so much that goes into running a golf facility that we all do behind the scenes to ensure all of our members and guests have a great golf experience. Whether its organizing a tournament, running a camp or clinic, hiring the right staff, creating budgets, there is so much we do so that everyday golfers can come and enjoy their day away from what they do.
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FACT OF THE WEEK
Are you interested in becoming a PGA of Canada Professional, or do you have an employee at your facility with aspirations for a career as a Golf Professional? Applications are now accepted on a year-round basis and remain valid for a full year upon submission.

In order to make an application, an individual must meet the following criteria:
  • Aged 18 years or older
  • Hold a high-school diploma or equivalent education
  • Be currently employed within the golf industry, with a minimum of 400 verifiable hours worked per year prior to Dec. 1
  • A letter of recommendation from a Class "A" Professional and a letter from their golf-industry employer confirming their employment; one letter is sufficient if the employer is a Class "A" member

Once proof-of-age and the required letter(s) have been received by the PGA of Canada, applicants are eligible to register for a Playing Ability Test (PAT) to demonstrate that their on-course skills meet a pre-determined standard based upon their age and gender. The registration fee for an applicant's first PAT attempt is included in the PGA of Canada application fee, which is $325 plus GST. Fees for subsequent PAT attempts are $150 plus GST.

The PGA of BC will conduct three more PATs in 2022, with limited spaces available at each site awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Click here to view remaining PATs on the schedule, or click below for full details on applying to join the PGA of Canada. Any inquiries may be directed to Membership & Events Manager, Doug Titterington at [email protected].
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