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Oak Bay, B.C. phasing out gas-powered leaf blowers used by municipal employees

Gas-powered leaf blowers and other related equipment are being phased out for use by municipal staff in Oak Bay, B.C.


Edmonton commits $1 million toward fixing RE/MAX Field’s drainage problems

Edmonton’s RE/MAX Field’s drainage issues will be addressed this year, with the city committing up to $1 million toward fixing the problem.


London city council to deal with recommendation to close golf course

London, Ont.’s River Road Golf Course appears to be on the chopping block once again, and golfers aren’t too happy about it.


Olds College captures two top 10 spots at GIS’ 27th Turf Bowl competition

Two teams of turfgrass students from Olds College in Alberta finished among the top 10 at the 27th annual Collegiate Turf Bowl competition, held virtually this year during the Golf Industry Show.
 
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Ontario Turfgrass Symposium

Feb 16, 2021
Location: Virtual event
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Canadian Golf Course Management Conference

March 2-4, 2021
Location: Virtual event
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GIE+EXPO

Oct 20-22, 2021
Location: Louisville, KY
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