THE GREEN

Dear Shaughnessy members,

It is an honour and privilege to accept the role as your current President.

As of this moment, we have 10 years left on our current lease. We are faced with a number of difficult issues to resolve, including how to achieve a balance between maintaining fiscal responsibility, achieving the high standards of the Shaughnessy Experience, and ensuring adequate access to the tee and courts. And, of course, there is the prevailing question: what will happen to the Club past 2032.

Despite these challenges, I have a profound sense of optimism. When I look back on our 110+ year history, I am reminded that our Club began in 1911 on lands located between 33rd and 37th Ave., straddling Oak Street. Since that time, our members have overcome numerous challenges, including moving the course to its current location and eventually building what I believe to be the best golf club in Canada. The Club is at a threshold in its history, and we are laser-focused on finding solutions. Our management, Board and key committees have put in significant time and thought analyzing how to navigate these difficult issues. We believe that there are solutions available.

Given the uniqueness of our current situation, I recognize the need for our current leadership to communicate more frequently with our members. Given the passion of our membership, there is inevitably a variety of questions and opinions. If I were to communicate one thing to you, it would be to say that we do listen and, I will repeat, that we are focused on finding solutions. To improve our communication, we will provide another Member Information Session next year, which will be in addition to providing an update at our annual AGM. We will spend time reviewing our 2032 model, a tool that helps us better understand our expected financial and usage requirements over the next 10 years. We will also provide updates on the potential for solutions past 2032. And as with custom as old as Shaughnessy itself, I look forward to reviewing my inbox of mail with your well-thought-out constructive comments.

I am excited and look forward to the upcoming year and, in particular, the LPGA’s CP Women’s Open, where we will showcase to the world one of the truest tests of golf located on these incredible Musqueam lands.

In closing, I would first like to thank our amazing staff, both in-house and on the course, who truly deserve credit for making the Shaughnessy Experience extraordinary. Their devotion to service and to maintaining our course is what elevates our everyday experience. I would like to thank the volunteers on the various committees who spend countless hours making the Club a better place. I would also like to thank our incredible management team, who we are truly lucky to have. Finally, I would like to thank both Gord Chan and Chris Walwyn, whose devotion to the Club is unquestionable, and through their efforts and accomplishments, they leave Shaughnessy a better place. I would also like to thank Musqueam First Nation, who have provided us the venue for the best golf course in the country.

For those of you I have not yet met, I look forward to seeing you at the Club, and I look forward to yet another amazing year. I wish you and your families a happy holiday, a merry Christmas and a prosperous new year.

Respectfully submitted,

David Plunkett
President

Dear Shaughnessy members,

I want to start by thanking all of the members and guests who attended our annual Golf Shop Wine & Cheese party on Wednesday, November 30th. It was a full house, and it was so great to see everyone to kick off the holiday season. This year, we had a fun “Ugly Christmas Sweater” contest, and below are the top three winners:

If you missed the Wine & Cheese, not to worry, as we are offering great sales in the Golf Shop leading up to Christmas. On behalf of the Professional staff and the Back Shop staff, we would like to wish everyone a wonderful holiday season. If you are in town, we hope to see you around the Club over the winter months, and if you are away, enjoy your vacation; we look forward to seeing you in 2023!

Lastly, please see below for five key changes coming to the Rules of Golf, effective January 2023.

Respectfully submitted,

Ashley Zibrik
Director of Golf

Dear Shaughnessy members,

Thank you to everyone who attended the Wine & Cheese party on November 30th, it made my first Golf Shop Wine & Cheese party a great one. For those of you who missed the event, we will be offering the promotions for the remainder of December. This includes 40% off clothing and 50% off if you purchase three or more pieces of clothing. The sale also includes 30% off golf bags, hats and shoes.

Stay tuned to our Instagram account for the ongoing “Advent Calendar Raffle”, where we are drawing prizes daily, including lessons from the professional team, a Custom-Fit Driver, and wine! Advent Calendar Raffle tickets are still on sale and can be purchased through the Golf Shop Professional Team. Here is the video from Day 1 of the draw, which includes more information on the new event!

Holiday Gift Guide

Looking for the perfect gift?

Check out the Holiday Gift Guide for deals on the best golf gear.

Chris Ward
Retail Manager/Associate Professional

Tennis Pro Shop

• CLEARANCE SALE: 40% to 50% off on select items in the Tennis Pro Shop for a limited time.
• All shoes are 20% to 50% off
• New Winter Nike merchandise has arrived. Come check them out!

Tennis Centre Wine & Cheese

Join your fellow members and the Shaughnessy Tennis Centre staff for a Wine & Cheese Party in the Tennis Centre on Wednesday, December 14th. There is no cost to attend, and registration is not required.

Upcoming Mixer

Quick Reminders

• Mark your calendars: The 2023 Tennis Club Championships will be held February 20th – March 4th, 2023.
• The new Singles Ladders are in full swing and will run until the end of December. New ladders will begin on January 1st.  Please get in touch with me directly if you want to join the next session.
• The ball machine can be booked for use the day-of.
• Members may bring guests to play tennis during non-prime hours. No guests are allowed on the courts between 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM on weekdays and between 9:15 AM – 1:00 PM on weekends. The same guest can only play at the Club once a month.
• Members can book the Indoor Courts for singles and doubles play. The available booking times are between 6:45 AM and 8:30 PM on weekdays and 6:45 AM and 6:00 PM on weekends. You can book a court by calling the Tennis Centre at 604.266.9165 or by calling/texting the booking phone at 236.878.4320.
• Tuesday Men’s Night Tennis – 6:00 PM and 7:30 PM. Sign up weekly.
• Ladies’ Dogwood League runs on Fridays from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, competing against various clubs.

Jerome Fournier
Director of Tennis

Dear Shaughnessy members,

As the holiday season is upon us, the Food & Beverage Team finds ourselves reflecting on the past year, thinking of all the wonderful events that we have put on with our amazing members; thank you for allowing us the opportunity to do what we enjoy.

At this special time of year, we give thanks to all the member volunteers, the Shaughnessy maintenance team and, in particular, Mrs. Lynette Cooper and Mrs. Dotty Kanke for elf’tizing our Clubhouse into a beautiful Christmas wonderland.

We are excited to offer and host a full holiday season of events. Please click here to view the Christmas Guide. To make a reservation or to be added to the waitlist for any of the upcoming events, please click here.

Wishing you peace and prosperity this holiday season and in the new year.

Respectfully submitted,

Kerry Enzie
Director of Food & Beverage