Golf Canada 2016 Annual General Meeting

5:00 p.m. Saturday, February 27, 2016 Prince George Hotel, Halifax, Nova Scotia

MINUTES

Present: Paul McLean Staff: Dawn Anderson Doug Alexander Blair Armitage

Charlie Beaulieu Remi Bouchard Roland Deveau, Q.C. Christine Dengel Leslie Dunning Adam Helmer

Liz Hoffman Karen Hewson Dale Jackson Peter Kirkpatrick Donald MacKay, FCPA Dan Pino Nick Marrone Gavin Roth Pat Thompson Jeff Thompson

Scott Simmons Regrets: Rob MacDonald Voting Members were already registered which included the 2015 Provincial Council Members, the 2015 Governors Council Members, and the 2015 Board of Directors. With the addition of member golf club and Honourary Life Governor proxies, a total of 114 votes were represented. Governors Council Regrets Ted Fletcher Francois Gagnon Gregg Schubert Michael Smith

Provincial Council Regrets: Rob MacDonald Keith Larson Kevin O’Donovan Richard Smith

Also present were the following Honorary Life Governors; Dr. Douglas Brewer, Ms. Diane Dunlop-Hébert, Mr. Jack McDonald and Mr. Tom McCarthy. The Members present were representative of ten Provincial Golf Associations, as follows: Alberta Golf British Columbia Golf Golf Manitoba New Brunswick Golf Association Golf Newfoundland Labrador

Nova Scotia Golf Association Golf Association of Ontario P.E.I. Golf Association Golf Québec Golf Saskatchewan

Also represented were the PGA of Canada, Canadian Golf Hall of Fame, and the Canadian Turfgrass Research Foundation.

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PRESIDENT’S WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER Mr. Paul McLean introduced himself as Golf Canada’s President and Chair of the meeting and, on behalf of the Board of Directors, welcomed the Members, Members of the Board, Members of the Provincial and Governors Councils and other guests to the Annual General Meeting of the Members of Golf Canada. Before calling the meeting to order, he introduced the head table: Mr. Scott Simmons, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of Golf Canada; Ms. Diane Dunlop-Hébert, the 2012 President of Golf Canada and the Chair of the Nominating Committee; and Mr. Roland Deveau, 1st Vice President and President Elect. NOTICE OF MEETING On behalf of the Board, Mr. McLean expressed thanks to those Members who submitted their proxies in advance noting that only Members or their proxies are entitled to vote at this meeting. He stated that, to make efficient use of time, certain members were asked to move and second the proposals that are called for in the Notice of Meeting and that anyone wishing to comment or ask a question at the appropriate time during the meeting, should raise their hand and identify themselves. The Notice of Meeting was delivered to Members and to Member Clubs on December 18, 2015 and copies of the Notice were made available at this meeting. Accordingly, Mr. McLean asked for a motion to dispense with the reading of the Notice of Meeting. Mr. Doug Alexander moved THAT the Notice of Meeting dated December 18, 2015 sent to all Members and Member Clubs of the Association, in accordance with the By-Laws, be taken as read. Seconded by Mr. Charlie Beaulieu.

MOTION CARRIED

QUORUM Mr. Paul McLean noted that he had in front of him the Scrutineer’s report with respect to the number of members represented in person, or by proxy and having reviewed the report declared a quorum is present. The meeting was declared regularly called and properly constituted for the transaction of business. MINUTES OF LAST MEETING Secretary, Mr. Charlie Beaulieu, tabled the minutes of the Annual General Meeting held on February 14, 2015, which were available for inspection by any member. Ms. Dunlop-Hébert moved THAT the minutes of the previous Annual Meeting of the Association, held on February 14, 2015 as circulated, be taken as read and approved. Seconded by Ms. Leslie Dunning.

MOTION CARRIED

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PRESENTATION OF THE AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND DONATIONS Paul McLean stated the Board of Directors had approved the 2015 Annual Financial Statements and Auditors’ Report and placed them before the meeting for consideration. There were no questions relating to the Financial Statements or Auditors’ Report. Mr. Simmons referred to the Annual Report for details, noting that on October 31st, the market value of the investments was at $23.2 million dollars. Despite volatile global investment markets, the portfolio achieved a total return of 4.2% in 2015, compared to 5.9% in 2014. Mr. Simmons report that the Association had a surplus of $26.9 million dollars at October 31st, which has decreased $915 thousand from one year ago, representing the net loss of the Association in 2015, an improvement over the $1.4 million deficit recognized in 2014. He pointed out the following highlights: • The launch of a new membership model was initiated which was a factor in growing membership

revenue by 2% and curtailing the decline in the number of memberships nationally; • The net results of professional championships improved by $1M from 2014; • Administration costs rose by $0.5 million, attributable to one-time restructuring costs and expenses to

support technology development relative to the new membership model and modernization of technology systems.

Mr. Simmons also noted that the Association helped direct to charities $3.4 million in charitable contributions, including, but not limited to: • $1.2M to the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation • $365 thousand for breast cancer research • $210 thousand to our Provincial Associations • $199 thousand to Ronald MacDonald House Charities, and • $132 thousand to student golf athletes in post-secondary education APPOINTMENT OF AUDITORS FOR 2016 Paul McLean noted the next item of business as the appointment of auditors and the authorization of the Audit and Risk Management Committee of the Board to fix their remuneration. Roland Deveau moved THAT the firm of Grant Thornton LLP, Chartered Accountants, be appointed Auditors for the ensuing year and that the Audit and Risk Management Committee of the Board be authorized to fix their remuneration. Seconded by Nick Marrone.

MOTION CARRIED

REPORT OF THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE FOR 2015 Paul McLean asked Ms. Diane Dunlop-Hébert to come forward and present the 2016 Nominating Committee Report. Ms. Dunlop-Hébert noted the report was available for inspection by any member at this meeting and noted the appointments for 2016. New appointees were identified as: Allison Chisholm of New Brunswick was appointed to Golf Canada’s Board as a Provincial Council Chair.

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Ms. Dunlop-Hébert moved THAT the 2016 Nominating Report be accepted as presented. Seconded by Dale Jackson.

MOTION CARRIED

REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT 2015 Mr. McLean spoke briefly noting that he was thankful for the opportunity to have served as President of this great organization and advised that his full report can be found in the 2015 Golf Canada Annual Report. BADGE OF OFFICE PRESENTATION TO THE INCOMING PRESIDENT Mr. McLean stated that as his final official duty as 2015 President, he is honoured to present the Badge of Office to his good friend, Mr. Roland Deveau. He spoke of Mr. Deveau’s achievements before introducing him as Golf Canada’s 113th president. 2016 PRESIDENT’S ACCEPTANCE SPEECH Mr. Deveau thanked Mr. McLean for his introduction and humbly accepted the appointment. He expressed excitement for the coming year and thanked everyone for his or her dedication and support of golf in Canada. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF OUTGOING GOVERNORS AND PROVINCIAL COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES Mr. McLean noted that volunteers are critical to our sport and to this organization by serving on committees, helping to conduct championships and giving their time to help grow golf in this country. He asked that each of those acknowledged come forward to accept a memento of appreciation and to participate in a photo presentation at the conclusion of the meeting. Mr. McLean recognized the following retiring individuals for their valued service: • Provincial Council Chair Rob MacDonald, who sent his regrets for today, served 2 years as Chair and 1

year as Manitoba’s Representative of the Provincial Council. He remains on the Board as a Director at Large;

• Provincial Council Rep Keith Larson, who sent his regrets for today, served 4 years on the Provincial Council as British Columbia’s Representative;

• Provincial Council Rep Kevin O’Donovan, who sent his regrets for today, served 2 years on the Provincial Council as Manitoba’s Representative;

• Provincial Council Rep Richard Smith, who sent his regrets for today, served 3 years on the Provincial Council as Saskatchewan’s Representative stepped down from the Provincial Council but will continue on as Handicap & Course Rating Chair and Nominating Committee Member;

• Provincial Council Rep Christian Osborne served 2 years on the Provincial Council as Ontario’s Representative;

• Governor Allison Chisholm served 9 years as a Governor, retired from the Governors Council. Allison will continue in volunteer positions with Golf Canada in 2016 as Provincial Council Chair (holding a seat on the Board) and on the Human Resources and Handicap and Course Rating Committees;

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• Governor Ted Fletcher, who sent his regrets for today, served 7 years on the Governors Council, 6 years on the Membership Committee and 4 years with the CGHF Selection Committee. Ted indicated he will be retiring from his volunteer roles with Golf Canada in 2016, with the exception of the CGHF Selection Committee, on which he will continue;

• Governor Francois Gagnon, who sent his regrets for today, served 2 years on Governors Council, 2 years on the Rules Committee, and holds level 4 rules certification

• Governor Harvey Goehring served 1 year on the Governors Council, 1 year on the Board of Directors, 4 years on the Provincial Council and 2 years on the Governance Committee;

• Governor Dean Ryan served 9 years as a Governor retired from Governors Council. Dean was formerly the Rules Committee Chair and will continue as a volunteer on the Amateur Competitions Committee;

• Governor Gregg Schubert, who sent his regrets for today, served 1 year on Governors Council, 3 years on the Membership Committee and 1 year with Sport Development;

• Governor Michael Smith, who sent his regrets for today, served 1 year as a Governor, is retiring from the Governors Council. He will continue his volunteer involvement as a committee member on the Audit & Risk and Amateur Competitions Committees.

Mr. McLean also acknowledged the following retiring Committee Members, all of whom sent their regrets: • Chris Dornan served on the Communications Committee since 2013; • Gayle Faulkner served on the Rules & Amateur Status Committee since 2008; • Ralph Franchino served 7 years on the Handicap & Course Rating Committee; • Cliff Grevler served as a Governor for 5 years, retiring in 2014 but continued as a volunteer on the

Membership Committee in 2015; • Bruce Heffer, served 2 years as a Governor, 2 years on the Professional Championships Committee

and over 10 years with both Amateur and Professional Championships; • Michael Loewen served 5 years on the Governance Committee; • Dave Mills served 1 year on the Heritage Services Committee; • Sheryl McKean served 3 years on the Audit & Risk Committee and 1 year on the Governance

Committee. PRESENTATION OF BADGE OF OFFICE TO NEW GOVERNORS AND DIRECTORS Mr. Deveau asked Mr. McLean to assist in the presentation of the Badge of Office for the new Director, Governors and Provincial Council Members. Mr. McLean asked that each of those acknowledged come forward to accept their pin and to participate in a photo presentation at the conclusion of the meeting. Mr. Deveau introduced Allison Chisholm as the 2016 Chair of the Provincial Council and new member of the Board of Directors and the previously noted New Governors Council and Provincial Council members were also acknowledged. New Governors Council Members in 2016 Adam Daifallah, Québec (absent) Kevin O’Donovan, Manitoba (absent) Christian Osborne, Ontario Constant Priondolo, Québec Kelly Roberts, Ontario

New Provincial Council Members in 2016 Allison Chisholm, New Brunswick (New Chair) Barry Petrachenko, British Columbia (absent) Tammy Gibson, Manitoba (absent) Tom Hendershot, New Brunswick (absent) John Gallinger, Ontario Kyle Mulligan, Saskatchewan

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PRESENTATION TO NEWLY ELECTED HONORARY LIFE GOVERNOR, DOUG ALEXANDER Mr. Roland Deveau announced that Mr. Doug Alexander, Golf Canada’s 111th President, serving in 2014, was appointed as an Honorary Life Governor of Golf Canada and presented him with a commemorative plaque to mark the occasion. OTHER BUSINESS There being no further business to discuss Mr. Deveau asked for a motion to declare the 2016 Annual Meeting of Golf Canada terminated. Mr. Jim Clark moved THAT the 2016 Annual Meeting of Golf Canada be terminated. Seconded by Ms. Liz Hoffman.

MOTION CARRIED

Mr. Deveau asked all invited delegates and guests to join in the reception and dinner immediately following.

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ANNUAL DINNER The dinner was held in the Windsor Room at The Prince George Hotel, Halifax, Nova Scotia with Remi Bouchard, Golf Canada Regional Director, Québec, New Brunswick and PEI, as Master of Ceremonies. Roland Deveau extended a welcome to all guests and acknowledged the following individuals: Honorary Life Governors in attendance Doug Alexander, Douglas Brewer, Diane Dunlop-Hébert, Tom McCarthy and Jack McDonald were recognized. NAGA leaders Gary Bernard, CEO, and Constant Priondolo, President of PGA of Canada were also acknowledged as being in attendance. A general welcome was extended to all Provincial Presidents and Executive Directors. International guests Kevin Heaney, ED of the Southern California Golf Association and President of the International Association of Golf Administrators was recognized. A special thank you was extended to Dave Campbell, NSGA Executive Director and Jan Gaudette, NSGA Executive Assistant and Ernie Muise, NSGA President for their assistance during the week. Donald MacKay presented the 2015 Volunteer of the Year Award to Mr. Pat Irwin. Roland Deveau presented the 2016 Distinguished Service Award to Mr. Jim Clark and Mr. John Horton and noted the prior Distinguished Service Award presentations at the Nova Scotia Sports Hall of Fame to Allan (Bunny) Dunlop and Brian MacLeod. Roland Deveau introduced Bruce Rainnie CBC Sports Broadcaster as the evening’s keynote speaker.