Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to the game you love?
Golf Ontario is now recruiting passionate volunteers for the 2026 season to help us deliver world-class championships and live our mission of ‘Shaping Lives by Connecting People to Positive Golf Experiences.’
Whether you can lend a few hours each month or take on a more regular commitment, your time and enthusiasm make a real difference. Our volunteers are the backbone of more than 100 qualifiers and championships each year, helping ensure that every event runs smoothly and professionally.
Volunteer Roles
Tournament Officials
Tournament Officials assist in administering Golf Ontario Qualifiers and Championships throughout the season. These volunteers play key roles in registration, starting, scoring and monitoring pace of play.
Each tournament is supported by Certified Referees, but Tournament Officials are essential for event execution and player experience.
Assignments typically begin in late March, with efforts made to match volunteers to nearby events to minimize travel. New officials are often paired with experienced volunteers for training and mentorship.
Referees
Certified Referees play a critical role at Golf Ontario Provincial Qualifiers and Championships, as well as at events run by partner organizations such as the PGA of Ontario, Ontario Colleges, and Ontario Universities.
To serve as a Referee, volunteers must have successfully completed at least Level 2 of Golf Canada’s Rules of Golf Education Program and demonstrate a strong understanding of the Rules of Golf.
Referees work closely with fellow officials to apply the rules consistently, make confident decisions under pressure, and ensure fair play across all events.
If you’re interested in becoming a Referee but haven’t yet completed the required training, you can start by applying as a Tournament Volunteer. Active Golf Ontario volunteers are eligible for rules education subsidies to support their certification journey.
From Our Volunteers
“As a volunteer with Golf Ontario, I feel that I am part of a professional organization dedicated to growing the game of golf. Golf Ontario has provided the resources, training, and support necessary to keep us engaged and feeling valued. I love the game, and volunteering with Golf Ontario is an extension of that passion.”
— Theresa, Kralovensky Golf Ontario Volunteer
How to Get Involved
We’re currently welcoming applications from across Ontario, with particular need in the Niagara, London, Waterloo and Simcoe regions.
Application deadline: December 19, 2025
Learn more and apply: www.golfontario.ca/volunteering
Questions? Contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@golfontario.ca
