Kevin Collier, OGSA President
RiverBend Golf Community
Message from your President
As the fall season is upon us, preparations are underway for the closing of golf courses across the province. I would like to wish all of you and your teams a successful close to the season and hope you are able to enjoy some well-deserved time with family and friends in the months ahead.
While much of our recent work has focused on a successful season of networking opportunities, and industry recognition, the OGSA Board has also been focused on the future of the association. Our efforts over the past several months have centered on governance, strategic planning, and identifying opportunities that will strengthen the value we provide to members.
By reviewing policies, formalizing governance practices, and developing strategies to support membership growth and engagement, we are laying the groundwork for a stronger, more resilient organization. This work will help ensure the OGSA continues to evolve alongside our profession and remains a trusted resource and advocate for members in the years ahead.
Our membership consists of golf course superintendents, assistant superintendents, technicians, equipment managers, 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 April, 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 Committee
Liaisons for:
- IPM
- NTRF
- 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: (416) 991-8038
Weston Golf & Country Club
