Richmond, BC (March 26, 2014) – The PGA of British Columbia proudly welcomes Pacific Coastal Airlines as its newest Corporate Silver Partner of the Association. With over 65 destinations and superior service, Pacific Coastal is a natural Preferred Partner Airline for travel in British Columbia. Together, we are working on some exciting programs and offers for PGA of BC members. Our members will also have some fantastic opportunities to bring their members and guests on some incredible stay and play golf outings using Pacific Coastal Airlines.
“As the largest provider of regularly scheduled destinations in the province we are able to provide a quick, convenient, and affordable transportation option for professional and amateur golfers who would like to expand the reach of their golfing experience”, says Pacific Coastal Airlines’ Sales and Marketing Director Kevin Boothroyd. “We are eager to work with PGA of BC on some programs to support its members as soon as possible.”
The partnership agreement is for two years, and will give Pacific Coastal some significant branding opportunities and a chance to showcase is commitment to customer service.
“We are thrilled about this new partnership with Pacific Coastal Airlines. Their BC roots coupled with exceptional customer service and corporate vision makes this partnership a great fit for our Association. We look forward to working with their team in creating member travel benefits that will allow our members to go abroad and experience their service” says Grant Gray, Sales Manager at the PGA of British Columbia.
About the PGA of British Columbia
The Professional Golfers' Association of British Columbia is an association comprised of more than 650 golf professionals who work at and operate golf courses, driving ranges and other facilities across the province. Their mandate is to promote and advance the game of golf, serving the needs of both its membership and the golf public through professional and junior golf development programs and high-calibre competitive events. The Zone Office is located in Richmond, BC. For more information, visit www.pgabc.org.
About Pacific Coastal
Pacific Coastal Airlines (PCA) provides regularly scheduled flights, charter, and cargo services to more than sixty-five destinations in B.C., more than any other airline. PCA has been operating for almost forty years and is now the sixth largest airline based on outbound seats (220,262), and third largest airline in take-offs and landings at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
In 2013 the company received the BCSPCA Caring Company of the Year Award for its commitment to sick and injured animals; the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medallion for its support of BC Special Olympics: the Hope Air Philanthropist of the Year (President Quentin Smith); and a number of business excellence awards from local chambers of commerce across the province.