GROUP INSURANCE BENEFITS PROGRAM - NEW

The OGSA is pleased to introduce a new offering that can help play an important role in health, productivity and financial security for you and your family.  We have partnered with Morneau Shepell, the largest Canadian owned benefits consulting firm to implement and manage a plan for our members.  Members of OGSA, who are actively at work, will now have access to benefits with volume-purchasing arrangements and flexibility in plan design that translates to competitive premium rates.  

As an added value, members whose enrolment forms are received before March 2, 2012, will NOT need to submit medical evidence; this will entitle you to $20,000 of basic life & AD&D coverage, health and dental benefits guaranteed.

We encourage you to take advantage of this offer and obtain a no-obligation quote.  Simply complete the attached quotation sheet and send it in or directly contact Morneau Shepell and identify yourself as an OGSA member to get started today. To download a quotation sheet, click here.

Phone:1-800-267-0097  or email:  businesssolutions@morneaushepell.com 

You will receive a quote within 48 hours along with enrolment information.  Your enrolment information must be received by March 2, 2012, in order to take advantage of the open enrolment – no medical evidence required.  Any applications received after this date will be subject to medical approval. 

THE PERSONAL GROUP CAR AND HOME INSURANCE
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GREEN IS BEAUTIFUL MAGAZINE

Green is Beautiful is a member benefit, published solely for our members. We are proud of our publication which is written by the members, for the members, providing articles on topics ranging from course construction, health and safety, human resources, management and horticulture on the course.  It is a 40 page, full colour, 4 season publication designed to meet the needs of all our members. 

EMPLOYMENT REFERRAL SERVICE

This service is available to all of our members as part of their membership benefits. The OGSA mails out or emails announcements of job opportunities as they become available. The expense for this service is paid for by the advertiser. This service is now available on line in our "Members Only" section of our web site.

EDUCATION

OGSA is committed to broadening knowledge through formal education channels and by exchanging experiences and ideas with fellow members. One avenue of achieving this is through the annual Ontario Golf Course Management Conference and Trade Show

SCHOLARSHIPS

TURFGRASS EDUCATION AWARD - open to non-members as well as members

SCHOLARSHIP POLICY STATEMENT:
The OGSA has developed this scholarship program to recognize scholastic accomplishments and potential leadership in the field of Turfgrass management.  Students who have a career goal of being employed in the golf course industry are eligible to apply.  Please see “To Qualify” for full information.

 FUNDING:
Funding ($3,184.00) is available to diploma or degree students upon successful completion of their winter semester.

SELECTION:
Selection for diploma and degree students will be based on academic accomplishments, standings and the content of the application indicating the applicant’s interest in turfgrass management.
Applicants must acquire 70 points out of a possible 100 awarded to OGSA judges to be eligible to win the award.
Applicants can re-apply multiple years providing they still fulfil the criteria, but can only be awarded this scholarship once.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:
November 15^th.

TO QUALIFY:
        1. The applicant must be attending a recognized university of college in Ontario, and
            be enrolled in a turfgrass study course.
        2. The applicant must have completed at the least, their first year in the diploma or
            degree course.
        3. The applicant must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (80%).
        4. The applicant must submit their most recent scholastic transcript showing
             marks in percent format if possible.
        5. The applicant must submit a current resume which shows their name address
            and telephone number, email address, the name of the university/college they are
            attending, their current academic advisor and most recent golf course
            superintendent employer.  (The scholarship committee may contact these
            individuals).
        6. The applicant must complete the following questions and provide the following
            information as part of their essay submission:

a) What stimulated your interest in the Turfgrass profession?

b) Why do you feel you would be a good candidate to receive this award?

c) Please list your extra curricular activities and your hobbies.

d) What are your goals and objectives upon graduation?

Forward your application to:
Scholarship Chair
Ontario Golf Superintendents’ Association
Guelph Turfgrass Institute
328 Victoria Road South
Guelph, Ontario N1L 0H2

Questions can be directed to Sally Ross, 519 767-3341 or 1-877 824-6472 or emailed to ogsa@gti.uoguelph.ca

 

SHORT COURSE AWARD - open to non-members
An award in the amount of $1,272 will be given to the golf course-related student who, upon completion of the program, receives the highest overall mark in the course. This will be disbursed to the student upon notification to the OGSA by the academic advisor of the program. There is no need to apply for this award as it is given automatically.
 

OGSA HERITAGE AWARD (members only) is a $3,184 scholarship which was developed to recognize the scholastic accomplishments of students who are the children or grandchildren of all OGSA members and are studying a curriculum unrelated to Turfgrass Management.
 

HUGH KIRKPATRICK BURSARY (members only) The OGSA in conjunction with the Kirkpatrick family has developed this bursary program to recognize the leadership, commitment and accomplishments of Assistant Superintendent Members of the OGSA. The funding (in 2011 it will be $3,092 from the OGSA and $3,408 from private donor contributions for a total of  $6,500) will be made available annually to an Assistant Superintendent for the purpose of industry related training or education.

For scholarship policies and application forms for the Heritage Award and the Hugh Kirkpatrick Bursary, go to 'members only' section: scholarships (available to OGSA members only).

GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENTS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA

The OGSA is a chartered member of the GCSAA, which offers an abundance of information and opportunities to their members. For information about this association, check out their web site at www.gcsaa.org.

GUELPH TURFGRASS INSTITUTE

The OGSA office is located in the GTI, the hub for turfgrass research in Ontario. Our Association works in conjunction with the GTI so that we can provide our members with the most up-to-date information on turfgrass research and development. For more information about the GTI go to their web site at www.guelphturfgrass.ca

TURF TALK

Located in our "Members Only" section of the website, this on-line discussion forum is open to all members, allowing them to post questions concerning the the golf industry and any problems they may have.

LIBRARY DONATION PROGRAM

In cooperation with the McLaughlin Library at the University of Guelph, OGSA has initiated a program in which they will provide funds for the purchase of turf and golf related books to add to a special Turf Section in the Library. In addition to the funds provided by our Association we encourage our members to contribute to the program, either through book donations or monetary donations.

The library is reciprocating by providing library borrowing privileges to all our members, which will afford them standard borrowing privileges at the University of Guelph, the University of Waterloo, Wilfred Laurier University and the TriUniversity Annex. In addition, the University agrees to provide to any member of the OGSA, at the request of the OGSA, with Interlibrary Loan privileges free of charge by the University.

If you are a member and would like to apply for a card, simply fill out the application form, sign it and fax it to the OGSA office.

Library Member Application Form 

OGSA "WILLIAM SANSOM" AWARD FOR DISTINGUISHED SERVICE

The Ontario Golf Superintendents' Association shall present an award of Distinguished Service, in the name of our first President William Sansom, to an individual or individuals, providing such an individual is properly nominated and subsequently accepted by the Board of Directors. 

MERCHANDISE

We are proud to offer our members line of golf apparel which depict an elite look by combining the elements of unique style and detail with the high standards set for durability and comfort. Luxurious fabrics in vivid colours, paired with innovative designs create a timeless appearance. For ordering information please click on the Merchandise heading.