CSGA Welcomes New Technical Director

Welcome Our New Technical Director – Lawrence Woytowich!

The Canadian Senior Games Association (CSGA) is excited to introduce Lawrence Woytowich as our new Technical Director! With over 40 years of leadership and volunteer experience, Lawrence is a passionate advocate for active living and community spirit. We’re thrilled to have him join our team and bring his expertise to the CSGA.

Lawrence’s impressive qualifications include:

Over 40 years of experience as a director on various boards and associations.
Strong skills in management, administration, and public relations.
Extensive experience in arbitration and negotiation.
A talent for resolving challenges fairly while keeping everyone’s best interests in mind.

A Lifelong Learner

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) from the University of Alberta.
Completed management courses at the University of Alberta.
Studied legal and agency courses at the University of Calgary and the University of British Columbia.
Ethics training through Extended University courses.

Decades of Dedication
Lawrence’s volunteer experience is nothing short of extraordinary. Over the past 40 years, he’s worn many hats:

A board director and leader in organizations spanning education, politics, business, and community initiatives.
A dedicated advocate for curling, holding leadership roles with Curl BC, Pacific Coast Master Curling Association, and Glen Meadows Curling Centre.
A key figure in classic car organizations, earning multiple “Volunteer of the Year” honors.
Host Chair for the 2022 BC Senior Games (Curling) and a 14-year Zone Coordinator for the BC Senior Games.
Honored with awards like the Curl BC “Builder of the Year Award,” Sports BC “President’s Award,” and lifetime recognition for his dedication to volunteerism.

Canada 55+ Games Experience
Lawrence has been actively involved in the Canada 55+ Games for years, including:

Participating in Games across the country, from Brockville (2010) to Kamloops (2022).
Leading the charge in organizing and registering 200 BC participants for the 2014 Strathcona County Games—a record-breaking achievement!
Playing a key role in helping BC join the Canada 55+ Games.
Collaborating with the Canada 55+ Board of Directors and the Technical Director for four years.

Currently, Lawrence serves as President of the Pacific Coast Master Curling Association, representing over 2,300 members with the same dedication and energy he’s shown throughout his career.

Looking Ahead

With Lawrence on board, the future of the CSGA is brighter than ever. His passion, leadership, and commitment to community will inspire seniors across Canada to stay active and connected.

Let’s give Lawrence a warm welcome to the CSGA family!