Message from your President
As we start a new year with the OGSA, I want to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who contributed to the incredible success of the 2025 Turfgrass Management Conference. It was truly inspiring to see 565 members come together—an energizing start to the year and a true reflection of the strength and engagement of our community.
Looking ahead, your Board is committed to carefully evaluating our growth and ensuring we build the right foundation before continuing to expand. This means strengthening our governance practices, refining our infrastructure, and enriching the programs and services our members rely on. As we grow, we want to grow with intention—solidifying what we have, identifying opportunities for improvement, and creating long‑term stability for the future.
We are fortunate to have a strong and collaborative Board, and together, we will continue to move the OGSA forward with purpose and integrity.
On behalf of the entire OGSA, we look forward to serving our members in 2026 and building on the momentum we have created together.
Our membership consists of golf course superintendents, assistant superintendents, students, educators, golf course suppliers, owners, and architects.
The OGSA was formed in 1924 to benefit superintendents in Ontario by providing its membership with:
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- Industry news & up-to-date information on navigating the challenges facing golf course personnel
- Formal education opportunities & resources
- Networking opportunities & resources to stay connected
- Recognition for their efforts & accomplishments in turfgrass management
The OGSA's dedicated Board of Directors, comprised of Class A Golf Course Superintendents. The Board accomplishes its goals through several services and initiatives:
Participate in several board meetings a year to review the OGSA's quarterly financial reports, and to discuss and act upon industry needs.
- Act as liaisons on several industry committees
- Participate on internal planning committees like the annual Ontario Golf Course Management Conference committee & the Golf Events Committee.
- Oversee the successful completion of our quarterly trade magazine, ONCourse (published in March, June, August, & November)
- Ensure the weekly e-newsletter, Clippings, includes relevant information for members
- Ensure the job board remains available to the entire industry
Active Internal Committees
- Governance Committee
- Nominating Committee
- Scholarship & Awards Committee
- Conference Planning Committee
- Golf Tournaments Committee
- Membership Outreach Committee
- Best Management Practices Committee
- ONCourse
Liaisons for:
- IPM
- OTRF
- We Are Golf
- Water Management
- GCSAA
Executive Committee
Ian McQueen
Immediate Past President
Tel: (416) 231-3393
St. George’s Golf & Country ClubKevin Collier
President
Tel: (519) 657-4153
RiverBend Golf CommunityAndrew Nieder
Vice President
Tel: (705) 789-7113 x 4339
Deerhurst Resort
Courtney White
Executive Director, OGSA
Tel: (226) 770-5303
manager@ogsa.caPaul Snider
Secretary - Treasurer
Tel: (705) 446-5404
Blue Mountain Golf & Country Club
Directors
Brad Hutchinson
Director
Tel: (705) 924-2569
Warkworth Golf ClubKen Tilt
Director
Tel: (905) 877-8784
Club at North HaltonMatt Davidson
Director
Tel: (416) 231-1114 x 261
Islington Golf Club
Greg Brown
Director
Tel: 1 (519) 354-4715
Maple City Country ClubJason Crawford
Director
Tel: (905) 417-2300 x 1001
Eagles Nest Golf Club
